DAR ES SALAAM, Nov. 12 -- THE Tanzania Trade Development Authority (TanTrade) is translating National Industrial Development Policy and the Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) Development Policy into practical business opportunities by strengthening local production, adding value to domestic products and expanding access to regional and international markets.

The two policies aim to strengthen the capacity of local industries to produce quality and competitive products, maximise the value of locally available resources and create more opportunities for businesses to participate in domestic and international trade.

This was said yesterday by TanTrade Director General, Ephraim Mafuru, who noted that value addition is essential for industr...