President Dr. Lazarus Chakwera has reaffirmed his commitment to revamp the rail transportation networks which were neglected by the previous administrations.
Chakwera was speaking on Wednesday, at Marka Border Railway Station, when he received the inaugural fuel train carrying 1.2 million petroleum products from Beira, Mozambique.
He said the resumption of the railway line in the country will help to enhance the socio-economic development of the country.
...“Most people were doubting that my administration will revamp the railway line. I am glad today that this railway line is functional,” he added.
Chakwera said last month the train carrying fuel arrived in Lilongwe after suspension of such services for 21 years.
“What I said on September 4, 2020, has come true. Today I am witnessing the arrival of a train at Marka carrying fuel after 41 years,” he said.
On this note, Chakwera asked communities to be patient as his administration is committed to implement long lasting development projects in the country.
Minister of Transport, Jacob Hara said the arrival of the train is a milestone in transport infrastructure development.
He said the railway line project will have a positive impact to rural masses as the price of goods will go down.
Board Chairperson for National Oil Company of Malawi (NOCMA), Colleen Zamba said the arrival of the train will help to improve fuel delivery in the country.
“The cost of importing fuel and other petroleum products will be reduced as railway transport is cheaper compared with road transport,” said Zamba.
Traditional Authority Ndamera praised the current administration for implementing developmental projects in all areas regardless of regions.
