Standard Gauge Railway
Benefits
Globally competitive transport for freight and passengers.
Impact at a Glance
Key figures behind the SGR project.
Direct & indirect jobs
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Lower production cost
0%
Kampala to Nairobi
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Passenger time cut
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Benefits
What the SGR Delivers
Reducing passenger travel time from Kampala to Nairobi by a half (6hours)
Creating more employment opportunities. 150,000 jobs to be created directly and indirectly during construction
Employment creation
Generate 150,000 direct and indirect jobs during construction.
Tourism & export growth
Enhance international market access and expand tourism opportunities.
Freight transport
A dependable, secure and economical bulk transport system.
Urban development
Revitalise cities and towns situated along the railway corridors.
Production cost reduction
Lower manufacturing costs by 30% and strengthen Uganda's competitiveness.
Infrastructure investment
Premium infrastructure to attract significant foreign investment.