Tanzania, April 3 -- Dar es Salaam. The Tanzania Railway Corporation (TRC) has announced the arrival of the first ever Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) trains at the Dar es Salaam port, marking a significant leap forward for the country's Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) project.

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This initial set consists of five electric locomotives and three passenger cars, offering a glimpse into the future of passenger transportation in Tanzania.

These state-of-the-art EMUs, purchased from Hyundai Rotem in South Korea, boast impressive features designed for comfort and convenience.

Each train can accommodate up to 589 passengers, whisking them along at speeds of up to 160 kilometers per hour...