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An Italian construction firm is leading a massive railway project across southern Africa that could cut shipping times in half and open new trade routes for millions. The 517-kilometer Zambian railway is part of Italy's expanding commitment to African development.
China pledged financing to modernize Vietnam's railway network during an April 2026 state visit, creating faster trade routes and thousands of jobs. The partnership brings high-speed rail and green technology to one of Asia's fastest-growing economies.
Ghana just launched an ambitious railway master plan to link major cities across the country, promising better transport for millions and billions in new investment. The plan focuses on connecting mining regions and cocoa-producing areas to make rail transport profitable and attractive to private investors.