Experts from ECOWAS member states, regional organizations, and development partners gathered in Accra, Ghana, on May 9–10, 2024, to review the rail component of the ECOWAS Regional Infrastructure Master Plan (PDIR) and ensure the harmonization of rail infrastructure development across the ECOWAS region.

The meeting also provided an opportunity for discussion not only regarding updates on the progress of various regional rail infrastructure projects but also regarding the financing models that can be used to fund the rail sector plan outlined in the PDIR.