Dar es Salaam, April 24 -- DAR ES SALAAM: USING the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) from Dar es Salaam to Dodoma offers several benefits, including significantly reduced travel time, enhanced efficiency, and increased economic opportunities.

The SGR train service, especially the electric options like the Electric Multiple Unit (EMU), cuts the travel time to under four hours, half the time it takes by road.

This will also translate to faster cargo transport, boosting trade and economic activity between the two cities.

Reduced travel time The SGR significantly reduces travel time compared to traditional road travel, making it a more convenient and efficient option for both passengers and freight.

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