Africa-Press – Tanzania. CUBAN Ambassador to Tanzania Mr Yordens Vera has reaffirmed that his country will continue to work to maintain and strengthen its relationship with the Tanzanian government for the benefit of the people of both nations.
Ambassador Vera, accompanied by Cuban Embassy officials, made the remarks during a meeting with Coast Region authorities led by Regional Commissioner Abubakar Kunenge yesterday. The event was part of activities commemorating nine years since the death of Cuba’s founding leader, Comrade Fidel Castro. “The relationship between our two countries was established by our founding leaders, Mwalimu Julius Nyerere and our former President Fidel Castro.
Over the years, we have both benefited from the strong ties that have been built. Today, we are grateful to join you in marking nine years since the passing of our late President Castro,” he said.
He explained that the Coast Region was chosen for the commemoration due to its historical significance in the bilateral relationship.
“Our Embassy decided to come to the Coast Region because Comrade Castro visited this region during his 1977 visit to Tanzania. Additionally, the Cuban government has contributed to building two secondary schools here, Ruvu and Kibiti, out of a total of three schools constructed in the country. We are also supporting the Biolarvicides Plant in Kibaha District,” he said.
Ambassador Vera added that Cuba is ready to engage in dialogue to expand support in areas including medicine, biotechnology, tourism, agriculture and other fields that will benefit Tanzanian citizens.
Earlier, RC Kunenge highlighted the region’s economic and social progress over the four years of leadership under President Samia Suluhu Hassan. He noted improvements in the industrial sector, supported by an investor-friendly environment.
“There are ongoing infrastructure projects, including the 354-kilometre road from Chalinze-Rufiji-Lindi to Mtwara. We have 29 industrial sites suitable for investment, and the Mloka Dam in Rufiji District, when completed, will supply 7.5 million litres of water per day, ensuring year-round water access for residents,” he said.
RC Kunenge also welcomed Cuban investors to explore opportunities in tourism, noting that the region boasts 29 unique attractions, including the Whale Sharks in Mafia Island and Saadani National Park, which borders the Indian Ocean.
At Ruvu Secondary School, Ambassador Vera, accompanied by Kibaha District Commissioner Mr Simon Nickson, interacted with students and teachers, emphasising the importance of education in strengthening ties between the two countries.
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