yaani uganda imewapiku..hadi raha jamani.. we kenya are ready to support uganda..hawa wa south hawajielewi mara wako EA mara SADC..yaani ni vichaa kwa ujumla.. 😁 😁 😁 View attachment 3367132
BOT and GOT should make sure Dollar haichezi mbali na 2400 hadi 2500 in next 10years hapo tutanona makubwa wakiweza kuirudisha 2300 then fair sana.
Kwenye currency kinachotuangusha huwa ni imports tunatumia dollar nying sana kulipia services na goods
Na hizi imports ni kwa sababu kubwa kujenga SGR, kulipia services , kuagiza mafuta , kuagiza ndege .
We need to find way to bring the dollars back na Transport and Logistics, Tourism na Gas export ndo zitatubeba miaka ijayo. agricultural na Gold pia haziko mbali ila sio sustainable sana hasa Gold maana zinakuwa mined na kuisha
Huku tukikaza kuwa na industrial parks kama Sino Tan etc
yaani uganda imewapiku..hadi raha jamani.. we kenya are ready to support uganda..hawa wa south hawajielewi mara wako EA mara SADC..yaani ni vichaa kwa ujumla.. 😁 😁 😁 View attachment 3367132
Of all of them I see no difference, just a bunch of poor third world countries. Yaani unapost 2k na Kuna watu wako na 100K na ni kawaida tu kwao they don't brag.
Though I am really impressed with Uganda progress, the day they start exporting OIL is the day them be among the top in the continent.
Uganda is the most like candidate as far as doubling GDP is concerned! But Tanzania will not be left behing if LNG Terminal is to be built that will be a whooping $30 bln worthy of investment! Mind u the Chinese have availed funds for TAZARA rehabilitation!
Tanzania’s $1.4B Railway Upgrade: Partnering with Beijing for Growth
Last updated: March 27, 2025 2:41 pm
By Rash Ahmed
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Tanzania’s $1.4B Railway Upgrade Partnering with Beijing for Growth
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Tanzania is making a bold move to revive its aging railway network, striking a $1.4 billion deal with China Civil Engineering Construction Corporation (CCECC) to modernize and manage the historic Tanzania-Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA) line. The agreement, structured as a 30-year concession, marks one of the most ambitious foreign investments in the country’s transport sector, fueling hopes that the struggling railway can be transformed into a major regional trade artery.
For decades, the TAZARA railway has been more of a nostalgic relic than a functional asset. Originally constructed in the 1970s with Chinese assistance, the 1,860-kilometer line was a Cold War-era symbol of African-Asian cooperation, providing landlocked Zambia with a crucial export route to the Tanzanian port of Dar es Salaam. At the time, it was one of the largest infrastructure projects China had undertaken abroad, meant to help Zambia reduce its reliance on apartheid-era South Africa. But in the decades that followed, poor management, limited investment, and operational inefficiencies eroded the railway’s reliability. Freight volumes dwindled, passenger services became sporadic, and what was once an economic lifeline turned into a struggling, underutilized asset.
Now, Tanzania is hoping for a fresh start. The deal with CCECC aims to restore TAZARA’s lost glory by overhauling its infrastructure, replacing dilapidated tracks, and introducing modern locomotives equipped with advanced technology. One of the key focuses will be upgrading the railway’s outdated signaling and communication systems, allowing for better coordination and safer operations. Officials believe that once fully modernized, the railway will be able to compete with road transport, offering businesses a more reliable and cost-effective way to move goods across borders.
Government officials are touting the project as a major economic boost. “This investment will make Tanzania a key player in regional logistics,” said a senior official from the Ministry of Transport. “A modernized TAZARA means faster trade routes, lower costs, and new opportunities for businesses across East and Southern Africa.”
The railway’s revival is expected to have a ripple effect across multiple industries, particularly agriculture and mining. With a more efficient transport system in place, Tanzanian and Zambian exporters could see significant reductions in logistics costs, making their goods more competitive in international markets. The railway could also attract new investment into Tanzania’s transport sector, positioning the country as a strategic gateway for landlocked neighbors like Malawi and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.
However, the deal is not without its skeptics. Some analysts caution that Tanzania must ensure the agreement does not lead to excessive financial dependency on China, a concern that has surfaced in similar infrastructure projects across Africa. China’s involvement in African railways, ports, and highways has been met with both praise and criticism, with some governments struggling to manage the long-term financial commitments tied to Chinese-funded projects. While the CCECC agreement is structured as a concession rather than a loan, meaning China will operate and maintain the railway rather than just finance it, some experts argue that Tanzania must maintain oversight to ensure the deal remains beneficial in the long run.
Another challenge lies in maintaining efficiency after the upgrades are completed. Many large-scale railway projects in Africa have struggled to remain profitable due to governance issues, bureaucratic inefficiencies, and mismanagement. If TAZARA is to become a reliable transport corridor, it will require strong operational oversight, well-trained staff, and a clear strategy for long-term sustainability.
Despite these concerns, there is a sense of optimism surrounding the project. TAZARA has long been seen as an underperforming asset with untapped potential, and if the modernization efforts succeed, it could change the economic landscape of the region. The railway’s revival could reduce congestion on roads, lower emissions from freight transport, and provide a safer alternative to trucking, which is often plagued by accidents and delays.
For Tanzania, this is more than just a railway project—it is a statement about the country’s ambitions on the global stage. By investing in its infrastructure and strengthening trade links with its neighbors, Tanzania is signaling its readiness to play a bigger role in regional and international commerce. The coming years will determine whether this partnership with CCECC is the breakthrough that TAZARA has long needed or just another chapter in the railway’s turbulent history.
For now, still, Tanzania is moving full steam ahead, placing its trust—and its tracks—in the hands of China once again.
Tanzania strikes a $1.4B deal with China to modernize the TAZARA railway, aiming to boost regional trade. Will this ambitious project revitalize the aging line?
yaani uganda imewapiku..hadi raha jamani.. we kenya are ready to support uganda..hawa wa south hawajielewi mara wako EA mara SADC..yaani ni vichaa kwa ujumla.. 😁 😁 😁 View attachment 3367132
Hiyo $1272 has been there since 2018, who gives kunyans these statistics?. and I am surprised what it's only Kunyan media very obsessed with such comparison, I think such comparisons makes them comfortable.
Tanzania Aims to Launch $42 Billion LNG Project by End of 2025
Amy Botha by Amy Botha May 7, 2025 Reading Time: 2 mins read
After nearly 15 years of delays, Tanzania is making a renewed push to launch its ambitious $42 billion liquefied natural gas (LNG) export project, with hopes to finalise agreements before the October 2025 presidential elections.
This long-anticipated project, supported by global energy giants Equinor, Shell, and ExxonMobil, represents a cornerstone of President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s foreign investment strategy.
Discovered more than a decade ago, Tanzania’s vast offshore gas reserves remain largely untapped. Previous administrations struggled to strike a balance between fiscal expectations and investor confidence, repeatedly stalling progress. A framework agreement was signed in 2022, raising hopes that development of the proposed 10 million tonnes per year (MMT/Y) LNG terminal in Lindi would finally begin. However, fresh delays emerged in 2023 following proposed changes to the project’s fiscal terms.
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Energy Minister Doto Biteko confirmed that talks with international partners are now focused on resolving three remaining issues: Tanzania’s demand that 3% of the extracted gas be allocated for domestic use, mandatory commitments to local content, and the use of Tanzanian-registered insurance companies.
“If we conclude three outstanding issues, this agreement will be signed in 2025,” Biteko said, underlining President Hassan’s commitment to concluding the deal within her current term.
The project is seen as pivotal not only for Tanzania’s energy exports but also for regional energy security and economic growth. Once operational, the facility could make Tanzania a major LNG supplier to global markets, particularly as European and Asian nations diversify their energy sources.
As global competition for LNG intensifies, Tanzania’s ability to resolve outstanding concerns swiftly and transparently will be crucial to attracting final investment decisions and unlocking the project’s potential.
Tanzania hopes to finalise negotiations and launch its long-delayed $42 billion LNG export project in 2025, partnering with Shell, Equinor, and ExxonMobil.
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