Africa-Press – Tanzania. THE Tanzanian government has asked Exim Bank of India to intensify efforts to ensure the completion of the strategic 28 towns project worth 1.6tri/-, with particular emphasis on honoring existing agreements between them.
Of the total amount, 400bn/- has been provided by the government of Tanzania, while 1.18tr/- is a concessional loan from the government of India through Exim Bank of India.
The project is expected to benefit more than 5.9 million citizens, with implementation currently at 55 percent completion.
Moreover, the government asked the bank to commence the implementation of the Tinde–Shelui Water Project Phase Two, which aims to address challenges in access to clean and safe water.
The call was made by the Acting Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Water, Dianna Kimario, during a working session to review progress of the Strategic 28 Towns Project held at the Ministry’s offices in Mtumba, Dodoma.
The PS noted that it is important for Exim Bank of India to adhere to the implementation contracts signed with the Ministry.
Elaborating, the Permanent Secretary stressed the need for implementation of the Tinde–Shelui Water Project Phase Two to begin by June 2026, noting that although good progress has been recorded in some towns, additional efforts are required in areas where implementation is still slow.
She emphasized that the timely disbursement of funds and round-the-clock work by contractors are critical to ensuring the project is completed according to the agreed-upon schedule.
Among other things, the meeting also discussed progress on the Tinde–Shelui Water Project Phase Two, which is expected to cost approximately 6.9 billion/-, utilizing funds from the balance of the Tabora–Igunga–Nzega Water Project.
The project involves pipeline installation and construction of water intake points, and is expected to serve more than 180,000 residents of Tinde, Shelui, and neighboring villages.
