Government Commitment to Improve Transport Infrastructure for Enhanced Citizen Services
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TLDR
- The rehabilitation of Kigoma Airport has reached 67% completion and is expected to be finished by December 5, 2026.
- The project, valued at 51.4 billion Tanzanian Shillings, aims to enhance air transport services and economic opportunities in the region.
- Transport Minister Prof. Makame Mbarawa reported the progress during a site visit on August 15, 2026, noting an increase in completion from 61% to 67% within a month.
- 80% of the necessary materials for the rehabilitation have already arrived, with the remaining items being aircraft navigation lights expected in two months.
- The contractor has been paid 23 billion Shillings, with an additional payment of 1.23 billion Shillings pending at the Ministry of Finance.