RITES Ltd., India’s premier transport infrastructure consultancy, has signed an MoU with the Government of Botswana to jointly develop and modernise the African nation’s railway and transport infrastructure. The collaboration aims to introduce advanced technologies, enhance operational efficiency, and boost local capacity in Botswana’s expanding transport sector.
RITES Ltd., a Navratna Public Sector Enterprise and a leader in transport engineering consultancy, has entered into a strategic partnership with the Government of the Republic of Botswana to propel the nation’s railway and transport infrastructure into a new era of technological advancement and operational excellence.
The MoU, signed in Gurugram on December 19, 2025, envisions deep collaboration across key infrastructure domains, including railways, highways, bridges, airports, and buildings. The agreement was formalised in the presence of Botswana’s Minister of Transport and Infrastructure, Mr. Noah Salakae, and H.E. Bharath Kumar Kuthati, High Commissioner of India to Botswana.
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Comprehensive development focus: RITES will assist in upgrading Botswana’s railway and transport network with a focus on efficiency, safety, and reliability.
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Technical expertise and supply support: The company will provide rolling stock, operational and maintenance support, and modernisation of workshops.
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Capacity-building initiatives: RITES will conduct technical training and knowledge exchange to develop local expertise.
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Advanced technology integration: Deployment of digital systems such as integrated train operations and passenger management solutions.
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Quality assurance framework: RITES to extend third-party inspections, pre-shipment checks, and acceptance testing services.
This collaboration aligns with India’s broader engagement with African nations in infrastructure development, underlining RITES’ expanding global footprint across more than 55 countries.
Sources: National Stock Exchange (NSE), Bombay Stock Exchange (BSE) Corporate Filings, RITES Ltd. Corporate Announcement