DAR ES SALAAM, Sept. 25 -- TANZANIA is on the verge of launching the long-awaited Mchuchuma Coal and Liganga Iron Ore projects, marking a major milestone toward realising the countrys Vision 2050 industrialisation goals.

These flagship projects are considered crucial for powering local industries, creating jobs and positioning Tanzania as a leading industrial hub in the region.

Speaking to editors in Dar es Salaam yesterday, Minister of State in the Presidents Office (Planning and Investment), Professor Kitila Mkumbo said the government is finalising a joint venture agreement with Shudao Investment Group Company Ltd. (SDIG), a Chinese stateowned enterprise, to begin implementation of the projects.

Negotiations have been ongoing since J...