A total of USD 60 million is required to repair over 23 trains of the Addis Ababa Light Rail, officials say. The Addis Ababa Light Rail in Addis Ababa, Ethiopia is the first light rail and rapid transit in eastern and sub-Saharan Africa. The funding for the 31.6-kilometre-long electrified light rail transportation system was provided by the Chinese Exim Bank. The administration of the light rail system has recently been transferred to his Bureau. “Our assessment shows USD 60 million is needed for spare parts,” Mitku said, as quoted by The Reporter.

Source: Ethiopian News January 25, 2023 06:44 UTC