Kisangani–Ubundu Railway Modernisation

This 115 km rail upgrade is under construction in Democratic Republic of the Congo. The line uses diesel traction and 1067 mm Cape gauge. Government of DRC (Ministry of Transport) and SNCC are deliver News

Kisangani–Ubundu Railway Modernisation is a rail upgrade project in Democratic Republic of the Congo, currently under construction.

This 115 km rail upgrade is under construction in Democratic Republic of the Congo. The line uses diesel traction and 1067 mm Cape gauge. Government of DRC (Ministry of Transport) and SNCC are delivering the project, with KECC (Korea Engineering Consultants Corp) and Masco Énergies as main contractors. Under construction since 2025, the line is scheduled to open in 2028, with an investment of USD 257 m.

Construction began in 2025, with completion expected in 2028.

The project has an estimated investment of $257M.

Country
Democratic Republic of the Congo
Status
Under Construction
Investment
$257M
Expected opening
2028
Length
115 km