Tanzania, Zambia Find Solution to Mineral Transport Woes in Tazara Upgrading

Kitwe — TANZANIA and Zambia have agreed to accelerate the improvement of mineral transport infrastructure to drive growth of the mining sector across Southern Africa.

The commitment was highlighted by Deputy Minister for Minerals, Steven Kiruswa, during the opening of the 13th Zambia International Mining and Energy Conference 2026 held in Kitwe, Zambia.

Dr Kiruswa stated that the upgrade of the TAZARA Railway is expected to provide a long-term solution to reduce transportation costs for copper…