DAR ES SALAAM, Sept. 25 -- TEA production is showing renewed promise, driven by the revival of dormant factories and the establishment of new processing plants.

Tea Board of Tanzania (TBT) Director General Ms Beatrice Banzi, expressed optimism following a reported production increase of more than five per cent to 22,000 tonnes in the 2024/25 season compared to 2023/24.

Speaking to the Daily News, Ms Banzi said national production is expected to exceed 30,000 tonnes of made tea in the current fiscal year.

“Several previously inactive factories including the Kilolo Tea Factory, which is now operating under a joint venture with Chinese investors have resumed production. The facility is producing orthodox tea for both domestic consum...