British East African Railway

The British East African Railway was a colonial-era infrastructure project completed in the early 20th century to connect the interior regions of British East Africa (now Kenya) with the port of Mombasa. It facilitated transportation of goods and people, boosting trade and economic development. Built primarily by British engineers using a combination of local and imported labor, the railway played a significant role in shaping regional infrastructure, promoting settlement, and integrating the colony’s economy. Despite its economic benefits, the construction also had social and environmental impacts, reflecting the broader context of colonial expansion and resource extraction.