Tanzania, May 1 -- Dar es Salaam. Tanzania is targeting a major expansion of its telecommunications infrastructure, particularly in rural and commercially less attractive areas, to improve access to mobile and radio communication services.

The initiative is among key priorities in the government's Sh222.6 billion budget for the Ministry of Communication and Information Technology for the 2026/27 financial year.

Presenting the budget in Parliament yesterday, the minister for Communication and Information Technology, Angellah Kairuki, said 94.1 percent of the allocation will be directed towards development expenditure.

"The government is prioritising strategic investments in ICT infrastructure to ensure inclusive connectivity and strengt...