Integration of Port and Railway Services by Tanzania Ports Authority and Tanzania Railways Corporation

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• Prof Kahyarara made the remarks while concluding his tour of exhibition stalls operated by the Ministry of Transport and its institutions participating in the 2026 Nane Nane Agricultural Exhibition at John Malecela.
• DAR ES SALAAM: THE Tanzanian government has stepped up efforts to ensure that a larger share of cargo handled through Tanzania ports is transported by rail, in a move aimed at improving efficiency and reducing.
• He said the government, through the Tanzania Ports Authority (TPA) and Tanzania Railways Corporation (TRC), was continuing to strengthen the integration of port and railway services to ensure cargo arriving at the ports.
• The measures, he said, were part of broader government efforts to strengthen the country’s transport network and enhance Tanzania’s position as a regional transport and trade hub in East and Central Africa.
• Prof Kahyarara said improved integration of ports, railways and marine transport would enhance the movement of goods while supporting trade, agriculture and economic activities across Tanzania and neighbouring countries.