TANZANIA’S Vice President, Dr. Emmanuel Nchimbi, Arrived In Lusaka, Zambia, Today, Wednesday, November 19, 2025, Ahead Of A Major Regional Infrastructure Event. He Is Expected To Represent President Samia Suluhu Hassan At The Cornerstone-Laying Ceremony For The Extensive Renovation Of The TAZARA Railway, Scheduled For Tomorrow, Thursday, November 20, 2025.
At Kenneth Kaunda International Airport, Vice President Nchimbi Was Warmly Received By Zambia’s Minister Of Health, Dr. Elijah Muchima, Tanzania’s Ambassador To Zambia, Lieutenant General Mathew Mkingule, Senior Officials From Both Nations, And Various Cultural Dance Groups Arranged To Honor His Visit. The Reception Highlighted The Strong Bilateral Relations And Historical Ties Between Tanzania And Zambia.
The TAZARA Railway, A Vital Transport Link Connecting Tanzania And Zambia, Is Undergoing A Major Rehabilitation Project Aimed At Modernizing Operations, Improving Efficiency, And Supporting Regional Trade. Vice President Nchimbi’s Presence Underscores Tanzania’s Commitment To This Key Infrastructure Initiative.
Joining Him On The Visit Are Top Tanzanian Officials, Including The Permanent Secretary Of The Ministry Of Transport, Professor Godius Kahyarara, The Director General Of The Tanzania Railways Corporation (TRC), Machibya Masanja, And The Director General Of The Tanzania Shipping Agency Corporation (TASAC), Mohamed Salum. Their Presence Reflects The High-Level Engagement In Regional Transport Development.
The Ceremony Tomorrow Is Expected To Draw Leaders, Business Stakeholders, And Community Representatives, Highlighting The Importance Of Regional Cooperation In Advancing Infrastructure And Economic Growth In East And Southern Africa.
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