The Minister of Works and Transport, General Katumba Wamala on Friday launched the rehabilitation of the 375-kilometer Tororo- Gulu meter gauge railway line which has been inactive for the last 30 years due to insurgency.

The works to be undertaken by the Chinese Railways and Bridge Corporation worth sh200 billion and financed entirely by the government of Uganda are expected to be delivered within the next two years.

Part of the rehabilitated Malaba- Mukono railway line

Katumba said upon completion, the railway line is expected to reduce the cost of transportation, spur development and create employment opportunities with its corridor.

Tororo LC5 chairman John Okea shakes hands with Gen Katumba after the commissioning ceremony

The Chinese company workers tightening the bolts after the project launch

The railway line will pass through the major towns of Mbale, Kumi, Soroti, Lira and Gulu and will be connected to Gulu logistic hub. It will also be connected to southern Sudan and the Democratic Republic of Congo.

Some of the mobilised equipment on the site

The project starting ground

The URC board chairman with other members addressing guests

Mr Daxin the country manger of chinese road and bridge corporation on the microphone with some of his staff