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The history of the railways is steeped in the development of capitalism and imperialism. But it has also been profoundly shaped from the bottom up. Conrad Landin profiles five trailblazers who left their mark on the tracks.

The low-friction, high-capacity technology of railways means the economic and environmental costs of expanding them are worthwhile, argues Gareth Dennis.

Half a century after Tanzania and Zambia built a railway to reduce the latter’s dependence on its white-ruled neighbours, East Africa’s railways are once again on the up. Can new lines help African countries trade with each other – or are they just a beacon of the new imperialism? Priya Sippy reports.

Networks, speed, traction, environment, and the safety of railways.

Initiatives, action, and further reading on railways.

On every continent, the railways are experiencing a renaissance. But what will it take to reshape them in the interests of people? Conrad Landin investigates.

Creator of the acclaimed installation ‘Flying Carpets’.

Tresor; Canti di guerra, di lavoro e d’amore.

Swan Song; A Chiara.

Boulder; Life Ceremony; Crossed off the Map: Travels in Bolivia; Citizens.

Highlights from the 2022 Toronto Festival by Richard Swift.

There was a World Tax Organization? Alex Cobham envisions a global body to clamp down on tax dodging.

Ethical and political dilemmas abound these days. This month: joint ownership.

Crossword Puzzle, Association Words and Wordsearch.

Hope? Illustration by P J Polyp.