DODOMA, Aug. 5 -- Minister for Natural Resources and Tourism Dr Ashatu Kijaji has said the ambitious target of attracting seven million tourist arrivals this year is achievable, citing improved infrastructure in tourism destinations and the prevailing peace in the country.

Dr Kijaji expressed the optimism at the ongoing 2026 National and International Nane Nane Exhibition at the Dr John Samuel Malecela Grounds in Dodoma, where she told reporters that recent tourist arrival trends indicated that the country could achieve the target.

“Given the current tourist arrival trends and the potential we have as a country, we are going to hit seven million this year. We are ready to welcome tourists,” the Minister said confidently.

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