Call for Regional Buses to Park at Magufuli Bus Station to Alleviate Traffic Congestion
Latest Tanzania public admin news · Call for Regional Buses to Park at Magufuli Bus Station… explained · updated Aug 17, 2026 · breaking news · latest updates · explained
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- Dar es Salaam Regional Commissioner Albert Chalamila has directed the formation of a task force to apprehend truck drivers parking in unauthorized areas, particularly on road reserves.
- Chalamila made these remarks on August 17, 2026, during a visit to various locations in Temeke District, where he observed trucks obstructing roads.
- He emphasized that truck owners must provide proper parking facilities within their premises to prevent road blockages.
- Chalamila also inspected a bridge connecting Toangoma and Kibondemaji, which was built by the community but lacks necessary quality, and has called for an assessment for a permanent structure.
- He urged all regional and cross-border buses to park at the Magufuli Bus Station instead of unauthorized areas like Shekilango to alleviate traffic congestion.