Private Firms to Access State Rail Line

Zimbabwe plans to open its State-owned railway network to private operators under a new open access framework aimed at improving efficiency and attracting investment. Deputy Transport Minister Joshua Sacco said the government will retain track ownership while private firms run freight and passenger trains. An independent regulator will oversee access fees, safety, and compliance. The reforms, aligned with SADC’s regional infrastructure agenda, are expected to boost trade connectivity across the North-South Corridor.