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Kenya Airport Workers Strike Over Lease

Hundreds of travelers have been stranded at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport following a strike by airport staff. The strike began on Wednesday at midnight, prompted by ongoing disputes over the Kenyan government’s plans to lease the airport to Indian conglomerate Adani Enterprises.
September 11, 2024

Technical Glitch Delays Dodoma-Bound Train Service

The Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) train traveling between Dar es Salaam and Dodoma faced a technical delay on September 10, 2024, marking the second incident since the service’s launch in July. According to a statement by the Tanzania Railways Corporation (TRC), the
September 11, 2024

Majaliwa Orders Enhanced Rail Oversight

Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa has directed the Ministry of Transport to strengthen its oversight of the Tanzania Railways Corporation (TRC), aiming to improve services on the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) and ensure its long-term sustainability. Addressing the conclusion of the 16th parliamentary
September 7, 2024

Train Derailment Injures 70; Investigation Underway

A serious train derailment occurred involving passenger train Y14, which was traveling from Kigoma to multiple destinations including Tabora, Dodoma, Morogoro, Pwani, and Dar es Salaam. The incident took place between Kazuramimba and Uvinza stations at approximately 7:30 PM. The train, operated
August 28, 2024

Vice President Urges Tightened Oversight on School Buses

Vice President Dr. Philip Mpango has called for urgent measures to tighten the regulation of school buses across Tanzania, citing significant concerns over their safety standards and the qualifications of drivers. Speaking during the national road safety week and the 50th anniversary
August 27, 2024

Crackdown on Uninspected Vehicles Starts September

Starting September 1, 2024, Tanzanian authorities will implement a strict crackdown on vehicles that have not undergone mandatory inspections. The announcement was made by Traffic Police Commander Ramadhan Ng’azi during a briefing for the upcoming Road Safety Week, scheduled from August 26
August 23, 2024

TRC Tightens Ticketing Rules to Prevent Fraud

The Tanzania Railways Corporation (TRC) has introduced new measures aimed at tackling ticketing fraud for its Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) electric-powered trains. Effective immediately, passengers must present their National Identification Card (NIDA) when purchasing tickets. The ID will be scanned at both
August 17, 2024

Latra Set to Revolutionize City Transport

The Land Transport Regulatory Authority (Latra) is preparing to launch a revolutionary ride-sharing service by the end of the 2024/25 fiscal year. This service will enable nine to fourteen passengers to share a single vehicle, with bookings made via mobile applications, even
August 14, 2024

New SGR Trains Enhance Connectivity

Tanzania is advancing its railway modernization with the arrival of two new electric multiple-unit (EMU) trains from South Korea, adding to the already operational set introduced in April. These trains, featuring eight wagons each, are set to commence services between Dar Es
July 3, 2024

SGR Train Fares Announced in Tanzania

The Tanzanian government has announced the fare structure for the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) passenger train service, set to commence operations next month. The new train service aims to enhance connectivity between major cities and promote economic growth in the region. Fare
June 29, 2024