Wadi halfa: River navigation between Sudan and Egypt resumed on Tuesday after a six-year suspension, the Nile Valley River Navigation Authority announced.
According to Sudan News Agency, the announcement came during a visit by the Director General of the Authority, Colonel (Naval) Mohamed Adam Abkar, to Wadi Halfa River Port. He was accompanied by a delegation from the Egyptian Ministry of Transportation. In a statement, Colonel Abkar described the resumption of river transport as a 'true link' between the two peoples, stating that it will facilitate citizen movement and enhance economic activity.
Colonel Abkar added that quay works at the port are 75% complete, and the 'Sinai' steamship, which can accommodate passengers of both nationalities, is ready to enter service. This development is expected to support the voluntary return of citizens between the two nations.
The Director General emphasized that the decision to resume river navigation was taken under the direct guidance of the Ministries of Transportation in both countries. He highlighted the continuous coordination between the Sudanese and Egyptian governments in this initiative. Additionally, he affirmed that the reinstatement of river trips would help resolve visa issues and stimulate development in Wadi Halfa and surrounding regions.