REGISTER NOW Upcoming NetTalk on December 9th, 6 p.m. CET / 8 p.m. EAT „Railway Infrastructure Projects: SGR and the Renewal of TAZARA - Overview, Opportunities, and Risks“ 

We are excited to invite you to our next NetTalk, where we’ll explore the ambitious railway infrastructure projects reshaping Tanzania and East Africa: the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR), connecting Dar as Salaam and Dodoma in less then 4h and the planned renewal of the TAZARA line. 

Our guest speaker, Dr. Thabit Jacob, a senior expert in Political Economy and Development from the University of Lund, currently conducting fieldwork in Ghana, will provide valuable insights. Join us as we delve into the following questions: 

What is the SGR? How long did it take to build, how much did it cost, and who uses it?
What are the opportunities? How does the SGR contribute to regional integration, business possibilities, and economic growth? 
What are the risks and negative impacts? 
What are the plans for the TAZARA Renewal? 
How are the projects financed? Who will fund future expansions and maintenance? What are the implications for national debt and dependency? 
How will energy reliability and consistent operations be ensured? 
This discussion will provide a comprehensive look at these transformative projects, their promises, and challenges, with insights into their impact on people, businesses, and nations. We will also draw a connection to the railway crisis in Germany. 

We look forward to welcoming you to this engaging session, which will be held in English. 

Moderation: Geofrey Lwila, Tanzania Network e.V.