DAR ES SALAAM, Aug. 18 -- POLITICAL parties are mobilising massive funds ahead of the October 29 General Election, a move that is already energising the countrys economy.

In the course, the economic ripple goes beyond large-scale campaign spending. Local food vendors experience a surge in sales during rallies, while hotels and guesthouses report higher occupancy as teams move from region to region.

Transport operators also benefit from the increased movement of people and materials and printing and media companies see heightened demand for campaign-related products and advertising space.

Saint Augustine University of Tanzania (SAUT), Business and Entrepreneurship Lecturer Dr Sylvester Jotta said these activities not only generate short...