SARA Conference Programme 2022
Day 1
Session 1: Transforming Rail Transportation Through Innovative Logistics Solutions For An Increased Modal Shift
Opening Remarks
Mr. Johny Smith, CEO, TransNamib
Welcome address
Ms. Sizakele Mzimela, SARA President/ TFR CE
Session 2: The Importance of Rail Transportation to Regional Integration and Trade
(Chairperson Ms. Fifi Peters)
Topic 1: Panel of Ministers Discussion
- SADC Ministers of Transport
- UN-ILO support to SADC Railways
Session 3: Railway Infrastructure Development/ Maintenance Projects
(Chairperson Mr. Kudzanayi Bangure, Nepad Business Foundation)
Topic 2:
CEO Think Tank– Projects to Promote Regional Integration
Panel Discussion by Railway CEO’s
Topic 3: Finance – Panel Discussion on Investments on Infrastructure
The panel team:
- Mr Davis Pwele, DBSA
- Mr. Markus Kluczka, Siemens Mobility
- Ms. Nina Yose, IDC
- Mr. Mike Salawou, AFDB
- Ms. Portia Dube, ECIC
- Ms. Tefelo Majoro, GGDA
Session 4: Modern Technology To Increase Rail Efficiency
(Session Chairperson: Mr. Fabian Mutomb, SNCC)
Topic 4: Digitalisation as an enabler for total logistics
- Mr. Kevin Pillay, Siemens Mobility
Topic 5: Panel Discussion
Ports and Intermodal solutions
Panel speakers:
- Mr. Kwazi Mabaso, TPT
- Mr. Bruno Chingandu, TAZARA
- Ms. Kristina Abudo de Klerk, MPDC
- Mr. Gift Mngomezulu, ESR
- Mr. Baboloki Phuthego, BR
- Mr. Xolani Mbambo, Grindrod
Day 2
Pre-Face to Day 2
Eng. Miguel José Matabel, President and Chairman of the Board of Directors, Portos E Caminhos de Ferro de Moçambique (CFM), Mozambique and Vice President SARA
Session 5:
The New Railway Operating Models to improve efficiency and sustainable growth within the rail industry
Setting the scene – New Railway Operating Models (RSA Perspective)
Ms. Portia Derby Group Chief Executive, Transnet Introduces Minister
Minister of Transport and Logistics Zambia Hon. Frank M. Tayali
Topic 6: Panel Discussion
The New Railway Operating Models to improve
efficiency and sustainable growth within the rail industry (Globally)
Chairperson – Bonginkosi Mabaso, TFR
Panel Members
- Dr. Noanne Botha, Thelo DB
- Prof Jan Havenga, Stellenbosch University
- Eng. Bruno Chingandu, TAZARA
- Mr. Antonio Manuel Cabral, CFB
- Mr. Fred Mwila, ZRL
Session 6:
Regional Passenger Rail Prospects As An Affordable Mode Of Transport
(Session Chairperson: Eng. Bruno Chingandu, TAZARA)
Topic 7: Panel Discussion
Latest Technology/Development On Passenger
Rail and Reviving Passenger Rail In SADC
- Mr. Nelson Malefane, PRASA
- Mrs. Iara Popinsky, CFM Mozambique
- Ms. Respina Zinyanduko, NRZ
- Mr. Julio Bango, CFL
- Mr. Hector Danisa, Gibela
- Mr. Bernard Peille, Alstom
Topic 8:
Safety And Security Of Infrastructure And Rolling Stock Presentation
- Dr. Fezile Dantile, Plasser SA
- Mr. Axel Schuppe, Germany Association
Session 7:
Enforcing Rail Safety Standards in the Region
(Session Chairperson: Mr. Nixon Dlamini, ESR)
Topic 9: Panel Discussion
Compliance to safety standards for elimination of train accidents
The Panel Team:
- Mr. Freddie Kgomari, RSR
- Mr. Ottoniel Manuel, Angola
- Mr. Caudido Jone, CFM Mozambique
- Ms. Mandisa Mondi, TFR
Open Discussion Forum
Conference Resolutions/ commitments and roundup of the conference
SARA Executive Director, Babe Botana