In a country with a limited road network, the country has only 5,033 km of non-interconnected railways that do not have the same standards. Only 858 km of rails were electrified and served the mining region south of Katanga. The rail infrastructure of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has a vital role. At a time when preserving the environment and reducing greenhouse gas emissions are major concerns, electric locomotives are emerging as an efficient and environmentally friendly option compared to other modes of transportation by offering higher efficiency.