Tanzania, June 16 -- Dodoma. The government has stepped up investment in the energy sector with the launch of a Sh10.5 billion project to upgrade electricity distribution infrastructure in Kongwa District, Dodoma Region, and surrounding areas, aimed at improving reliability and supporting economic growth.

The project was launched on Tuesday, June 16, 2026, by Minister for Energy, Mr Deogratias Ndejembi, in the Mbande area, Kongwa, where he inaugurated a power switching station and an Automatic Voltage Regulator (AVR).

He said the government continues to prioritise the energy sector due to its central role in driving industrial development, investment, trade, and improved livelihoods.

Mr Ndejembi said major national projects, including ...