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Trans-Kalahari railway moves closer to reality

Back on agenda: TKR will connect to Rasesa railway line PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO
Back on agenda: TKR will connect to Rasesa railway line PIC: MORERI SEJAKGOMO

Trans-Kalahari Railway (TKR) is moving closer to reality, as Botswana and Namibia have recently met and emphasised the need for speedy implementation of the project aimed at promoting trade and tourism.

The project will also create employment and alleviate poverty in both countries.

The Trans-Kalahari railway line will cover 1,500 kilometres from the Mmamabula coalfields in Botswana to Walvis Bay, Namibia.

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