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Dakar TER phase 2 budget increases to 276 billion FCFA, commercial service delayed to September
via SeneNews2 min read
The cost of the second phase of the Regional Express Train TER project, connecting Dakar to Diamniadio and the Blaise Diagne International Airport AIBD, has increased from an initial estimate of 208 billion FCFA to 276 billion FCFA. Bakary Séga Bathily, Director General of APIX, explained that this rise is primarily due to strategic choices aimed at enhancing the project's economic and social impact, rather than solely construction-related issues. These strategic modifications include the redesign of the AIBD station, the creation of the Sébikotane station, and the implementation of several related infrastructures not initially planned. Bathily stated that these additional investments are intended to strengthen the long-term economic and social benefits of the TER. The commercial launch of TER phase 2, initially set for August 2025, is now anticipated for September. This delay is attributed to financial and operational constraints, including cash flow issues that led to temporary suspension of disbursements and a slowdown in several contracts. Despite these challenges, Bathily affirmed that APIX, the contractors, and all partners remain committed to ensuring the quality of the work and optimal operational conditions.
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