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SG Railway Uganda

7 years

Major Milestone: Uganda & Kenya have today agreed when to complete SGR construction of Naivasha-Malaba and Malaba-Kla #SGRRegional meeting.

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

8 years

The yr is 2020 & this is Kla Railway Station. The current station is gng 2 be remodeled into a multi modal trans hub

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@SGR_Uganda

6 years

Inspired by the national bird of Uganda - The Crested Crane, the proposed SGR Kampala East Station in Namanve will be a symbol of our beauty & serenity as we seek to transform Uganda thru an affordable & reliable transport system. Pre-constrn works are continuing. #SGRDesigns

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@SGR_Uganda

6 years

Current cost of a container from Mombasa to Kampala is at $5,000, we intend to bring that down to $1,500. #SGRProgress

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

6 years

@The_EastAfrican story ‘Uganda rethinks Kenya SGR over funding gaps’ is misleading & has many inaccuracies. It’s a total misrepresentation of the outcomes of the meeting of HEs @KagutaMuseveni @UKenyatta on 19th Dec ‘17 which directed faster implementation of SGR! We’re on course

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@SGR_Uganda

7 years

We join our neigbours, Kenya, in celebrating the launch of the Madaraka Express. Naivasha-Malaba & Malaba-Kla route 2b constructed same time

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

7 years

The second longest River in the world is in Uganda. We are going to build a magnificent 1km long SGR Bridge. #SGRProgress #RiverNile

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

7 years

Here is why Uganda opted for an electric Standard Gauge Railway Versus diesel SGR!

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

6 years

From Busia to Kampala! The SGR team has completed setting up of Survey Control points for SGR. These Control points will ensure that a precise railway connecting from Mombasa to Kla and onwards is built! SGR required updated Survey Control Points not older than 5yrs #SGRProgress

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

6 years

Congratulations to Uganda’s long distance ace Joshua Cheptegei who has won the 5000m gold at the 2018 Commonwealth Games. #GC2018Athletics

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@SGR_Uganda

6 years

So far these pre-construction activities have been completed. @SGR_Uganda is on course. We are applying all the best practices in railway construction to achieve a world class railway, an economic anchor in a new era. #SGRProgress

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

6 years

Valuation of affected persons on the 273km SGR Malaba-Kla Route was done in under 8 months compared to the usual 3-5yrs! We used Ugandan Valuers, Surveyors & Engineers who did the job in the fastest time possible! Saving Govt lots of money & time.

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

7 years

We're committed to developing a Chinese Class 1, electric railway, double stacked containers. Completed on time and on budget. #SGRProgress

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@SGR_Uganda

6 years

216 of those 20ft containers will be carried by one SGR train. More heavy cargo off roads increases road design life thus saving tax payers' money that goes into repairs. We have so far acquired about 100kms to construct SGR Uganda. #SGRProgress

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

6 years

For the planned SGR Super Bridge over the R.Nile in Jinja, there will be no single pillar in water. This is to avoid interrupting the aquatic ecosystem. All processes will be environmentally friendly & resource-efficient thru’out SGR’s life-cycle (100yrs). #WorldEnvironmentDay

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

7 years

60,000 jobs will be created through SGR construction. That's 60,000+ more dignified lives. #LabourDay2017 #LabourDay

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@SGR_Uganda

7 years

Impression of the proposed Nile Super Bridge. 1km long, axle loading 27.5 tones per axle, it will have no pillars in water #SGRProgress

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@SGR_Uganda

6 years

We harmonized with @UNRA_UG and @KCCAUG at Access Road. The intersection at Access Road between JICA flyover, meter Gauge Railway and SGR harmonized. Fly over was elevated higher and SGR will have separate grade crossing #SGR2017Review Pic: Artisitc Impression

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

7 years

Quality furniture in our area offices supplied by @UgandaPrisons . This is part of the agenda to Buy Uganda, Build Uganda #BUBU

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

7 years

Uganda-Kenya today agreed on SGR financing & constrn. We agreed to a synchronized constrn of the railway from Naivasha to Kla in 42 months

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

1 year

The EAC region continues its push to have a modern railway system. This morning the EAC SGR Cluster meeting commenced at Mestil Hotel, Kampala

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@SGR_Uganda

7 years

Goods take 10-14 days from Mombasa to Kla transported at USD 160 per tonne. SGR will drastically reduce the cost & number of days to 1

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

6 years

Uganda sets a high bar on local content for the Chinese contractor picked to build it’s SGR

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

7 years

UG & KY signed a bilateral agreement to synchronize constrn of Naivasha-Malaba & Malaba-Kla to avoid downtime @capitalfmuganda

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

7 years

The SGR train will be 880m long with capacity to carry 280 containers (20ft). This means more goods will be exported and imported faster

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

2 months

#SGR Updates: Land acquisition has entered Jinja. Compensation has commenced. This is the eigth district out of the total 12 districts where the SGR traverses. Negotiations with contractor are also ongoing! Journey has been long but the railway will be built! Let us all support!

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@SGR_Uganda

7 years

We've designed for gentle wide curves, 1.2km long to maintain SGR speed & facilitate movemnt of goods from Mombsa-Kla in 1day #SGRdesign 2/2

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@SGR_Uganda

7 years

The design period of such roads shouldn't be shortened by heavy trucks. We shall enjoy our roads more once SGR is operational Pic: @UNRA_UG

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

7 years

SGR will reduce the cost of transporting goods from Mombasa to Kla from USD 160 per tonne to USD 50 per tonnne & from 10-14 days to 1 day

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@SGR_Uganda

7 years

2nd batch of quality furniture by @ugprisons . More input of local goods/services into delivery of SGR contributes to economic growth #BUBU

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

7 years

Full Time: 1-0. The boys have done it again. Thank you for raising our flag high. Congratulations @UgandaCranes #MujjeTulumbe #UGAEGY

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

7 years

In the press: Our local content policy is that 40% materials be sourced locally and 90% of SGR workers must be Ugandans @newvisionwire

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@SGR_Uganda

7 years

Project Appraisal is an important step in securing SGR financing. Team from China Exim Bank at R.Nile discussing the 1km SGR super bridge

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

6 years

SGR local content policy was approved. For every 10 SGR workers, 9 will be Ugandans and 1 must be an expert (foreigner or otherwise). This will empower our own people financially but more importantly in acquiring important skills.

Daudi Kabanda

@DaudiKabanda

6 years

State minister for works @Gen_wamala uses Lusoga while explaining to the youth in Iganga where the railway will pass to see the @SGR_Uganda project as an opportunity to start up small scale businesses.

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

6 years

SGR Uganda design specs Standard Gauge (1.435 m) Single track 100kph for containerized freight, 120 kph for passengers Trailing load: 4,000,000 Kgs per train Electric traction Double-stack well wagons Double-decker passenger coaches Automatic signaling No level crossing. 1/2

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

7 years

We are going to build a new port at Bukasa - Minister of Works, Hon Monica Azuba addressing the media #ManifestoExecution

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

7 years

Bird's eye view of Nakawa market on #JananiLuwumDay at 5:00pm! Wishing you a restful evening! @Head_SGR @KCCAUG @UNRA_UG @nwscug @PoliceUg

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@SGR_Uganda

7 years

#DidYouKnow : Uganda's SGR is designed for double-stack meaning it will carry twice as many containers, sharply reducing costs per container

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@SGR_Uganda

6 years

H.E @KagutaMuseveni : With the completed SGR railway, transport will cost $8 cents per metric tonne compared to 21 cents per metric tonne on the road #EACSummit

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

7 years

Hon Kasaija: Discussions with Kenyan Govt to synchronize construction of Kla-Malaba SGR with Naivasha-Kisumu-Malaba SGR #UgBudget17

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@SGR_Uganda

7 years

Minister for Works & Transport, Monica Azuba & her Kenyan counterpart @JamesMacharia_ sign a joint communique affirming connection to Malaba

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@SGR_Uganda

7 years

So far, 96% of total land needed in Tororo has been acquired and affected persons compensated. Process to compensate the remaining 4% is on

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

7 years

100kms of land needed for SGR has been acquired & affected persons fully compensated, 60m wide corridor demarcated. Key activities continue.

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

1 year

Government is prioritising developing the Malaba- Kampala Eastern route first. All economic indicators favour this strategic decision

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

8 years

Happy Independence day 🇺🇬 We are committed to deliver an efficient railway system to Ugandans. #UgandaAt54

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

1 year

#SGRClusterMeeting Day 2: Permanent Secretaries from Kenya, South Sudan, Rwanda & Uganda attending the ongoing regional SGR Cluster Meetings at Mestil. Positive strides...Uganda targets commencing construction next financial year.

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

7 years

Malaba-Kla SGR will use 50MW of electricity. Pollution itself is essentially zero. Electric trains have lower energy & maintenance costs

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@SGR_Uganda

7 years

At this exact point, a super railway bridge, 35m under water, 42m above water & abt 1km long to be built here! One of the longest in Africa

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

7 years

The design period of such roads shouldn't be shortened by heavy trucks carrying goods. We shall enjoy our roads more once SGR is operational

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

6 years

As per #SGRDesigns , the passenger train will have a restaurant with your favorite menu. You’ll be able to share a romantic evening aboard a classic restaurant train gliding over River Nile, thru the countryside at sunset #ValentinesDay2018 Pic: River Nile in Jinja #SGRProgress

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

3 years

SGR is on track...Financing discussions in advanced stages. UGX20B secured to clear arrears for land acquisition FY2021. Together we keep the push! @c_mwanguhya @DailyMonitor @MoWT_Uganda @Dave_Bugzy @OfwonoOpondo @owakabi1

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@SGR_Uganda

6 years

In the press: HE Kaguta Museveni and HE Uhuru Kenyatta discuss the SGR agenda. This follows various synchronization efforts made by technical teams from both countries. @newvisionwire

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@SGR_Uganda

6 years

Traveling upcountry for holidays will be much easier by train. #SGRDesigns have taken care of comfort at a speed of 120kmh for passenger trains. For now, drive safe | stay safe #SGRProgress Pic: Ring road | Gulu district

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@SGR_Uganda

7 years

Paid: More 229 Affected Persons in Tororo paid in line with our promise to compensate all those affected by SGR.

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

7 years

SGR land acquisition team worked hard everyday to asesss all affected persons from Malaba-Kla in under 8 months. We salute you #LabourDay

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

7 years

SGR is an eco friendly project. The SGR is going to be electric hence no harmful emissions #WorldEnviromentDay

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@SGR_Uganda

7 years

Some of the pre-constrn activities that we have completed and some on-going (5 & 17). This is to ensure we build a quality infrastructure

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

6 years

In @newvisionwire : SGR to improve competitiveness - @Head_SGR

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

7 years

Our survey machines are all over the Eastern Route (Malaba-Kampala) setting new Survey & Control Pts in preps for constrn. The existing CTRL pts, built in the 60s, are outdated! The machines will be stationed in the same spot for 72hrs uninterrupted as we build a precise r/way

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

6 years

HAPPENING NOW: Establishing Survey Controls points with Elevation for SGR in Wairaka, Jinja District where SGR traverses. The benchmark for these points is referenced to mean sea level. This is aimed at constructing a smooth, seamless and precise railway from Mombasa to Kla

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

8 years

Aerial view of where SGR station, 207 acres big, is going to be set up in Tororo.

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@SGR_Uganda

1 year

Uganda on the verge of signing a commercial contract with Turkish firm. Kenya moving to Malaba. Rwanda and S. Sudan showing renewed commitment to interconnection agenda. The SGR is a huge undertaking for this region but worth the effort @MoWT , @UgandaMediaCent @KenyaRailways_

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@SGR_Uganda

7 years

Happy independence Uganda. May our colors always fly high. #UGat55

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@SGR_Uganda

7 years

In the press: In today's @newvisionwire find all the information about Standard Gauge Railway. Cost comparison and technical info @Head_SGR

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@SGR_Uganda

7 years

China Exim Bank Appraisal team & SGR engineers at R.Malaba. @SGR_Kenya will connect with @SGR_Uganda here. A 116m long bridge to be built

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@SGR_Uganda

7 years

Arise and shine Uganda. We wish you a happy week ahead.

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@SGR_Uganda

6 years

Will SGR transform Uganda? They are here asking mama, give them a sign mama #JuliusMalemaChallenge

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@SGR_Uganda

7 years

The main SGR station will sit on approx 208 acres of land in Tororo. It will be the biggest train station in Uganda. #SGRProgress

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@SGR_Uganda

6 years

. @KagutaMuseveni : As I conclude, allow me say it’s now only the @SGR_Uganda remaining to be started. This will not only make transport cheaper but also faster and save time. #SOTNUG18 Video: Proposed 2.47km long SGR bridge over River Mpologoma.

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@SGR_Uganda

7 years

This train was spotted in Jinja leaving behind a cloud of smoke. The new SGR will be electric and won't have any emissions. #SGRProgress

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@SGR_Uganda

7 years

Map: 11 Railway Stations to be set up along the 273km Malaba-Kampala SGR corridor. #SGRProgress

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@SGR_Uganda

6 years

Access road, SGR, Kampala fly over ( @UNRA_UG ), KCCA harmonized @Head_SGR #PRAUSGR #PRAUNite

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@SGR_Uganda

7 years

The power consumption will vary with traffic on the route. It vary from 50MW to 100 MW at full capacity.

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@SGR_Uganda

7 years

SGR Kenya/Uganda is being developed under the auspices of @nciprojects protocol signed by Ky/Rw/Ug/SS. Constrn timelines were synchronized..

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@SGR_Uganda

7 years

We are happy to see #KarumaProgress thanks to @UegclP . SGR will consume 50-100MW of power to be supplied by Karuma.

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@SGR_Uganda

6 years

We have chosen to go for premium class Railway in Chinese Class 1, Passenger train will move at 120kmh and cargo train at 100kmh @Head_SGR #PRAUSGR #PRAUNite

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@SGR_Uganda

7 years

To our Kenyan family and infrastructure partners @SGR_Kenya , we wish you all the best today as you decide #KenyaDecides

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@SGR_Uganda

5 years

LI JINGJUN (right)- CHEC Rep. and BAGEYA WAISWA, PS-MoWT signing addendum No. 2 after conclusion of negotiations btn GoU & CHEC

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

6 years

Earlier today @Head_SGR explaining some of the features of SGR to the chairperson Of the Infrastructure Committee Of @Parliament_UG Hon. Lillian Nakate who visited SGR exhibition tent. #EACSummit

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@SGR_Uganda

7 years

Thank you all for a great interaction today. Together, let's transform Uganda. #SGRProgress

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@SGR_Uganda

7 years

Do not suffer in silence. Break out and speak to us on #SGRProgress .We're here to share information with you.

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@SGR_Uganda

7 years

The @nciprojects Joint Technical Committee meeting for the devt of the SGR underway in Uganda. Kenya, Rw, Ug, SS in attendance. #SGRProgress

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@SGR_Uganda

7 years

On this #LabourDay , we salute the tireless hardwork & dedication of all labourers towards growth of the Nation. Pic: SGR Right Of Way team

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@SGR_Uganda

8 years

At km 0+000 where SGR Uganda will begin on the Uganda-Kenya border. A 116m bridge to be built here. Nice week.

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8 years

As we celebrate the win, see the beauty @ Mpologoma River where a 1.95km long SGR bridge will be built. #MujjeTulumbe

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

6 years

As EAC countries come together to discuss infrastructure, there’s a renewed focus on delivering growth that is felt in all parts of the region. We are doing this through building an efficient, reliable & high quality railway. #EACIHR #SGRProgress

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@SGR_Uganda

7 years

Under NCIP protocol, we agreed to develop China Class 1 railway. Our class 1 should connect w/Kenya's class 1. Pic: SGR demarcated corridor

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@SGR_Uganda

8 years

Demarcation of SGR corridor continuing in Tororo. We must hand over land free of encumbrances to the contractor.

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@SGR_Uganda

7 years

@KagutaMuseveni : We are preparing to start construction of Standard Gauge Railway #UGBudget17 Pic: A demarcated SGR corridor

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@SGR_Uganda

6 years

Fueled by determination, energy, and strength, the unique potential of women and girls as advocates for a better world is all around us. #IWD2018 #WomensDay Pic: SGR valuers assessing project affected persons along the SGR corridor.

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7 years

..SGR is therefore a timely intervention that Uganda needs if we are to remain competitive in the region. #SGRProgress

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7 years

Journalists at Km 0+000 where a Standard Gauge Railway bridge connecting Uganda and Kenya will be constructed #SGRProgress

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@SGR_Uganda

7 years

The PS @MoWT_Uganda meeting China Exim Bank Appraisal team earlier today. The team is here in relation to negotiations for SGR financing

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@SGR_Uganda

7 years

Join the most popular twitter conversation on #SGRProgress Let's transform Uganda together. You have apart to play!

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@SGR_Uganda

1 year

Priority is developing Malaba- Kampala route. Important to note that all economic indicators favour development of a modern railway with capacity to haul about 20 million tonnes for a rising economy like Uganda in the next 5-10 years. @MoWT_Uganda @GCICUganda @UgandaMediaCent

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@SGR_Uganda

7 years

Tororo: 45 out of 47kms fully compensated. 229 affected persons within the remaining 2kms compensated. Verification and disclosure largely complete for the remaining. Namutumba: Fully compensated Butaleja: Fully compensated Iganga: 40% compensated #SGRProgress

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SG Railway Uganda

@SGR_Uganda

8 years

Light Rail Mass Transit will harness our potential in trade & industry, reduce congestion, wear & tear & pollution

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@SGR_Uganda

7 years

An Easter basket full of hope, joy and warmth is all we wish for you and your loved ones as we transform Uganda together #SGRProgress

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6 years

We also have the Light Rail Mass transit system (Passenger trains for Kampala and surrounding areas). It will be a game changer in as far as traffic jam is concerned. We are sourcing for funding @Head_SGR #PRAUNite #PRAUSGR

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@SGR_Uganda

7 years

SGR Engineers meeting with the @UNBSug technical councils on issue of leapfrogging standards to meet the new technology requirements in the SGR development process #SGRProgress

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