The blueprints for cross-border connectivity, freight modernization, and smart transport network expansion across the continent are being drawn this July! 🏗️🛤️🌍
Mark your calendars for Africa Rail 2026, returning for its definitive edition under the foundational theme: “Tracks to Tomorrow.” Taking place at the world-class Sandton Convention Centre in Johannesburg, this premier 2-day B2B mega-event serves as the ultimate catalyst for the growth, investment, and technological development of the African railway industry.
As African nations rapidly scale regional transport corridors to unlock intra-continental trade under the AfCFTA, future-proofing rail logistics is business-critical. Africa Rail 2026 brings together over 4,000+ trade attendees, 800 VIP buyers, and 120+ international exhibitors to eliminate supply chain barriers and drive private capital into major infrastructure projects.
🗓️ Dates: 7th & 8th July 2026
🕘 Timings: 09:00 AM – 17:00 PM SAST
📍 Venue: Sandton Convention Centre, Johannesburg, South Africa
⚠️ Important Entry Policy: Strictly an industry B2B event. Restricted to registered trade professionals only (No one under 21 years permitted).
Key Conference Tracks & Innovation Summits:
🔹 Track 1: Rail Strategy & Investment Leaders Forum – Navigating the transition from road to rail, mobilizing private equity, and aligning network upgrades with national priorities.
🔹 Track 2: Rail Technology & Innovation Summit – Deep dives into predictive maintenance, advanced signaling systems, automated train controls, and IoT condition monitoring.
🔹 The Freight & Logistics Corridor – Streamlining bulk commodity transport, multi-modal efficiency, and dry port integrations
On-Site Highlights: Connect face-to-face with senior representatives from government ministries, national rail operators (including Transnet, Ghana Railways, and Ethiopian Railways), global technology providers, and engineering consultants during dedicated networking hours.
Position your organization at the head of Africa’s infrastructure evolution.
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