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Increased Business Opportunities for Local Residents Due to Port Improvements

Latest Tanzania economy news · Increased Business Opportunities for Local Residents Du… explained · updated Aug 19, 2026 · economy news · GDP · investment

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  • The Mtwara Port has seen an increase in cargo volume due to improvements made by the government through the Tanzania Ports Authority (TPA).
  • The port's upgrades include the expansion of berths, allowing larger ships to dock and handle various cargo such as vehicles, construction materials, cement, and agricultural products like cashew nuts.
  • The improvements have reduced transportation costs to neighboring countries including Malawi, Zambia, Zimbabwe, Rwanda, Burundi, the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), and Mozambique.
  • As of now, the Mtwara Port has served 23 ships and 6,390 vehicles since February of this year.
  • A new berth is under construction at Mpangawe Island, which is expected to be completed next year and will enhance the port's capacity to handle more cargo.

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