Tanzania, May 14 -- Dar es Salaam. Cargo transportation through the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) has officially commenced at the Malindi area of the Port of Dar es Salaam following the completion of 99.7 per cent of rail infrastructure works in the zone.

The start of operations from Malindi is expected to improve efficiency, reduce transport costs and shorten delivery times for goods moving between Dar es Salaam and Ihumwa in Dodoma.

The development marks a key milestone in integrating the Port of Dar es Salaam with the country's modern railway network, enabling faster and more reliable movement of cargo to inland regions and neighbouring countries.

Tanzania Railways Corporation (TRC) Head of Public Relations Fred Mwanjala told The Cit...