Tanzania, July 3 -- Dar es Salaam. The Tanzania Electric Supply Company (Tanesco) has introduced smart home technology that enables customers to monitor and control household electrical appliances remotely using mobile phones, in a move aimed at reducing electricity bills, improving safety and promoting efficient energy use.

The innovation is among technologies being showcased at the ongoing 50th Dar es Salaam International Trade Fair (DITF), where the utility is demonstrating digital solutions designed to give consumers greater control over electricity use in their homes.

Speaking at the exhibition yesterday, Tanesco Director of Communications and Customer Experience, Ms Irene Gowello, said the smart home solution forms part of the uti...