Signing of a Memorandum of Understanding Between the Government of Cameroon, AGL and CAMALCO for the Development of the Edéa–Kribi–Campo Railway Line

Why it Matters

The Edéa–Kribi–Campo railway line is positioned as a strategic link between production areas, the Port of Kribi and Cameroon’s southern regions. By connecting rail infrastructure with port, industrial and logistics assets, the project supports Cameroon’s wider objective of strengthening trade flows, regional development and national competitiveness.

The MoU also has direct relevance for mining logistics, particularly the movement of bauxite from the Minim Martap project. With CAMALCO planning major investment in the mining sector and AGL already active in port and logistics infrastructure, the proposed railway line sits at the intersection of rail development, mineral export capacity and corridor-based industrial growth.

At a Glance

• Agreement signed: 4 June 2026, Yaoundé
• Parties: Government of Cameroon, Africa Global Logistics and CAMALCO
• Project: Development of the Edéa–Kribi–Lolabé–Campo railway line
• Framework: Public-private partnership
• Scope: Update of studies, design, financing, construction, operation and maintenance
• Strategic alignment: Cameroon’s National Development Strategy 2030
• Corridor focus: Production areas, the Port of Kribi and Cameroon’s southern regions
• Mining link: Supports bauxite transport from the Minim Martap deposit
• Minim Martap reserves: Estimated at 144 million tonnes
• CAMALCO investment: USD 446 million planned for the Minim Martap bauxite project
• Target production: 10 million tons of high-quality bauxite per year
• Port relevance: Supports the integrated industrial and logistics zone of the deep-sea Port of Kribi
• AGL footprint: Present in 51 countries, with more than 23,000 employees, including around 3,000 in Cameroon
• CAMALCO role: Cameroonian subsidiary of Canyon Resources Ltd, responsible for developing the Minim Martap bauxite project

The Government of Cameroon, Africa Global Logistics (AGL) and CAMALCO signed, on Thursday, June 4, 2026, at the Starland Hotel in Yaoundé, a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) relating to the development of the Edéa–Kribi–Campo railway line.

Held under the patronage of Jean Ernest Massena Ngallè Bibehe, Minister of Transport, the ceremony gathered several government members, ambassadors, technical and financial partners, Mr. Philippe Labonne, President of AGL, as well as Mr. Rana Pratap Singh representing CAMALCO.

This Memorandum of Understanding marks a decisive step in structuring a public-private partnership covering the update of studies, design, financing, construction, operation and maintenance of this strategic railway infrastructure, listed among the priority projects of Cameroon’s National Development Strategy 2030 (SND30).

A structuring project for national connectivity and regional development

The future Edéa–Kribi–Lolabé–Campo railway line will contribute to strengthening connectivity between production areas, the Port of Kribi and the southern regions of the country. It will facilitate the movement of people, enhance trade and logistics flows, and support the development of new economic hubs.

The project also addresses the growing needs associated with major mining developments, particularly the transportation of bauxite from the Minim Martap deposit, whose reserves are estimated at 144 million tonnes, as well as supporting the integrated industrial and logistics zone of the deep-sea port of Kribi.

“The signing of this Memorandum of Understanding demonstrates the Government’s commitment to equipping Cameroon with modern railway infrastructure aligned with its economic ambitions. This project will strengthen the competitiveness of our economy and support sustainable socio-economic development, particularly in key sectors such as mining, industry and logistics,” said the Minister of Transport.

Partners committed to an integrated logistics development vision

This partnership brings together the Government of Cameroon, which leads the development vision for the national railway network, Africa Global Logistics (AGL), a leading transport and logistics operator, and CAMALCO, a key player in the development of the mining sector in Cameroon.

AGL, a key player in port-rail integration in Cameroon

AGL plays a strategic role in strengthening the competitiveness of the Port of Kribi. As operator and majority shareholder of Kribi Conteneurs Terminal (KCT), as well as KPIZ, the SPV Consortium managing the industrial and logistics zone of the port, the Group actively contributes to the expansion of these critical infrastructures for socio-economic development and regional and international trade.

AGL positions itself as a key player in the integration of multimodal logistics chains and in the efficient development of corridors, which are essential for the development of Africa in general and Cameroon in particular.

“AGL is proud to support the Government of Cameroon in the implementation of this structuring project. Leveraging our railway expertise and our strong presence in port infrastructure, particularly at the Port of Kribi, we contribute to building integrated logistics solutions and high-performance corridors to support the country’s economic transformation,” said Philippe Labonne, President of AGL.

CAMALCO, a strategic investor serving the mining sector

CAMALCO, the Cameroonian subsidiary of the Australian group Canyon Resources, is a major player in the national mining industry. Involved in the development of the Minim Martap bauxite project, the company plans a total investment of USD 446 million, with a target production of 10 million tons of high-quality bauxite per year.

Established in 2018, CAMALCO plays a key role in strengthening Cameroon’s mining capabilities through a combination of technical expertise, substantial investments and logistics partnerships. Its commitment to developing transport infrastructure, particularly through significant investments in rolling stock and logistics equipment, is a major lever to ensure competitiveness and sustainability in the sector.

“This railway project is a critical link to secure and optimise the transportation of resources from the Minim Martap project. It will strengthen the competitiveness of the mining sector while contributing to a structuring partnership with the Government and AGL,” said Rana Pratap Singh.