TAZARA train

The lounge's turquoise couches felt plastic-y and weren't as soft as my bed. But they were softer than many third-class seats — which was probably why most people I met there said they came from third class.

The restaurant was also often busy.

While some people were ordering food, a lot of people in the restaurant were just sitting and talking. Even though there were fans on the ceilings, I never saw them working.