DODOMA, Oct. 7 -- DODOMA Regional Commissioner (RC), Rosemary Senyamule has called on the private sector to invest in five-star hotels, saying such developments are essential to unlocking the citys potential as a major hub for international conferences.

Despite its status as Tanzanias political capital, Dodoma has yet to host high profile global events, a situation largely attributed to the lack of world-class hospitality infrastructure, including fivestar accommodation.

Speaking over the weekend during a meeting with hotel owners in the region, RC Senyamule said the hospitality sector must grow in step with the governments strategic investments in infrastructure, including the construction of Msalato International Airport.

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