MARA/SHINYANGA, June 14 -- THE government has moved closer to restoring regular air services in Shinyanga and Musoma after successful test flights at the two airports, with operations expected to begin as authorities push to unlock new economic opportunities through improved connectivity.

Transport Minister Prof. Makame Mbarawa said Shinyanga Airport will start official operations by September 1 this year, directing agencies involved in the project to complete the remaining works and prepare the facility for use.

The announcement came after a successful landing and take-off test at the airport on Saturday, an exercise aimed at assessing the readiness of the rehabilitated facility before commercial flights begin.

Prof. Mbarawa said the ...