TAZARA Railway, Railway line between Dar es Salaam, Tanzania and Kapiri Mposhi, Zambia.
The TAZARA Railway extends 1,860 kilometers through diverse landscapes, connecting the Indian Ocean port of Dar es Salaam to the Zambian town of Kapiri Mposhi.
China funded and constructed this railway between 1970 and 1975 for 406 million dollars, making it the longest railway project in sub-Saharan Africa at that time.
The railway line creates connections between multiple ethnic groups across Tanzania and Zambia, enabling cultural exchanges and community development along its route.
Two passenger trains operate weekly in both directions, offering first, second, and third-class accommodations with dining services for the multi-day journey.
The railway traverses through the Selous Game Reserve, allowing passengers to observe African wildlife during their journey between Tanzania and Zambia.
Inception: 1976
Official opening: 1976
GPS coordinates: -9.31563,32.76353
Latest update: May 26, 2025 21:39
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