Mapping Africa’s Connections: Roads, Railways, Ports, and Infrastructure Projects
December 28th, 2024

Via an interesting LinkedIn post from JG & Polo Infrastructure, a look at how Africa is experiencing a transformative era of infrastructure development, connecting regions like never before. From transcontinental highways to modern railways, mega ports, and bustling airports, these projects are laying the foundation for economic growth and integration across the continent.

Here’s a snapshot of key infrastructure developments driving Africa’s future:

Roads
– The Trans-African Highway Network (TAH) consists of 9 corridors, including:
• Cairo to Cape Town (TAH-4): Connecting North to Southern Africa.
• Dakar to Lagos (TAH-7): A vital West African coastal route.
• LAPSSET Corridor: Linking Kenya, Ethiopia, and South Sudan.

Railways
– Standard Gauge Railways: From Mombasa to Nairobi, extending into Uganda and Rwanda.
– TAZARA Railway: Connecting Tanzania and Zambia, a historic trade lifeline.
– Nigeria Railway Modernization: Upgrading connectivity between Lagos, Ibadan, and Abuja.

Ports
– Mombasa Port (Kenya) and Dar es Salaam Port (Tanzania): Serving East Africa.
– Lagos Port (Nigeria) and Abidjan Port (Côte d’Ivoire): West Africa’s trade hubs.
– Tangier Med (Morocco): A leader in global transshipment.

Airports
– Addis Ababa Bole International: A growing hub for Ethiopian Airlines.
– OR Tambo International (South Africa): Africa’s busiest airport.
– Cairo International Airport: The gateway to North Africa.

Key Pan-African Projects
– The African Union’s PIDA and AfCFTA initiatives are pushing for greater cross-border integration.
– China’s Belt and Road Initiative is investing heavily in roads, railways, and ports.

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