Uganda to link railway to Tanzania for mineral exports

Uganda plans to connect its new railway line to Tanzania's system, linking mineral-rich regions to Dar es Salaam port. This reduces reliance on Kenya's Mombasa port while cutting transport time and costs for gold, copper, and iron ore exports. The Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) will integrate Uganda's network with Tanzania's, starting at the Tanzania-Uganda border and ending at Mpondwe near DRC. African Development Bank may fund feasibility studies. This regional integration aims to enhance cross-border trade and logistics efficiency.

SOURCE: https://nairametrics.com/2026/02/23/uganda-to-link-new-railway-with-tanzania-and-dar-es-salaam-port/