DAR ES SALAAM, May 11 -- THE government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening the sports sector through increased funding, infrastructure investment and stronger coordination across ministries as Tanzania prepares for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).

Prime Minister Mwigulu Nchemba made the remarks during a national sports awards event on Saturday.

At the event, the Minister for Information, Culture, Arts and Sports, Paul Makonda, presented a commemorative plaque recognising the role of President Samia Suluhu Hassan in the development of sport in the country. T

he award was received on her behalf by the Prime Minister, Mwigulu Nchemba, who accepted it in recognition of the Presidents continued leadership and commitment to adv...