Testing Phase of MV Liemba to Enhance Marine Transport Services

TLDR

• Prof Kahyarara made the remarks while concluding his tour of exhibition stalls operated by the Ministry of Transport and its institutions participating in the 2026 Nane Nane Agricultural Exhibition at John Malecela.
• He said MV Liemba had entered the testing phase ahead of resuming operations, a development expected to improve marine transport services along Lake Tanganyika.
• Prof Kahyarara said improved integration of ports, railways and marine transport would enhance the movement of goods while supporting trade, agriculture and economic activities across Tanzania and neighbouring countries.
• Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Transport, Prof Godius Kahyarara, said the initiative would enable traders and farmers to access faster, more efficient and affordable transport services.
• The measures, he said, were part of broader government efforts to strengthen the country’s transport network and enhance Tanzania’s position as a regional transport and trade hub in East and Central Africa.