Tanzania, June 17 -- Dar es Salaam. A directive requiring all daladalas operating along Kilwa Road to use the Mbagala Rangi Tatu Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) terminal from July 1, 2026, has sparked mixed reactions among commuters and transport stakeholders.

While some welcome the move as a step towards a more efficient transport system, others fear it could increase travel costs and inconvenience passengers.

The directive was announced on Monday by the Director General of the Land Transport Regulatory Authority (Latra), Mr Habibu Suluo, during an inspection of Phase Two of the BRT project and the Kivukoni terminal.

Under the new arrangement, all commuter buses currently operating from the existing Mbagala Rangi Tatu stand will be required t...