Trade & Transport Corridors Specialist || M&E Manager @ccttfaorg || Personal Ass. to the Executive Secretary @floryOKANDJU ||Board Chair - ABC Capital Schools.
Mchezo wetu unaofuata tutakuwa nyumbani kuzipambania alama 3️⃣ dhidi ya Fountain Gate🟣 katika dimba la Meja Jenerali Isamuhyo🏟️.
Mashabiki wetu mnajua umuhimu wa mchezo huu hivyo tunawategemea mje kwa wingi kuongeza nguvu kwa wachezaji wetu 💪
#WajengaNchi#KichapoChaKizalendo
On the first day of two day visit in Dodoma for the signing of Women Parliamentary Conference Host Agreement with Tanzania’s National Parliament the team from @FPICGRL lead by Hon Sergio Vaz (President of EXCOM) paid a courtesy call to the Rt Hon Mussa Zungu Speaker of @bunge_tz and Mr Baraka Leonard, the Clerk of the National Assembly. Other accompanied Hon Sergio were Hon Suzana Melo, President of Finance Committee and SG @dmwaps, Isaura Vicente-Program Manager from @FPCIRGL and Ms Antonio Pinto from Angolan Embassy. #WPC2026 #FPICGLR
Siku nyingine ya kuzipambania alama 3️⃣ bila kumchukulia poa mpinzani yoyote aliye mbele yetu tukutane uwanja wa KMC Complex 🏟️ kwa wingi kuzitafuta pointi 3 kwa nguvu zote💪
#WajengaNchi#KichapoChaKizalendo
Honoured to represent the Central Corridor at the Land Linked Zambia 2026 in Lusaka under the theme Beyond Borders: Re-Imagining Africa’s Transport Corridors for Prosperity.
The future of Africa lies in integrated, efficient and green corridors that connect markets, unlock trade, create jobs and transform lives. Zambia’s vision to become a land-linked hub strongly aligns with the Central Corridor shared regional agenda for prosperity.
My Remarks to the participants during the Event Opening Ceremony emphasized stronger partnerships, smarter infrastructure and seamless trade systems, which can build corridors that drive growth across Southern, Eastern and Central Africa.
#LandLinked2026 #BeyondBorders
The three Central Corridor member states of Tanzania, Burundi, and DRC have reaffirmed their commitment to developing an electrified SGR network linking the region, during a Tripartite Ministerial Meeting held in Kinshasa on 31 March 2026.
Convened at the invitation of H.E. Jean-Pierre Bemba Gombo, Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Transport of the DRC, the meeting brought together Ministers, Ambassadors, senior officials, and technical experts from the three countries, alongside the project consultant, with coordination support from CCTTFA.
Participants reviewed and approved the interim report covering railway operations, signaling, telecommunications, and energy components, while emphasizing the need to fast-track the remaining deliverables in line with agreed timelines.
The project was reaffirmed as a key driver of regional economic development, given its potential to unlock opportunities in mining, agriculture, and trade among the partner states.
The Central Corridor Transit Transport Facilitation Agency, with support from TradeMark Africa @TradeMarkAfrica , conducted national validation workshops in Lubumbashi, DRC from 24 to 25 March 2026 for two strategic studies aimed at improving trade facilitation and security along the Southern Route.
The workshops reviewed the reports of:
1. The feasibility study on the deployment of a cashless payment system for transport and transit-related payments; and
2. The feasibility study on surveillance systems to strengthen security at border posts and key hotspots.
The sessions were facilitated by the respective consultancy Team Leaders and brought together key stakeholders from Government, security agencies, municipalities, private sector operators, commercial banks, and mobile money service providers in the DRC.
The validation process ensured alignment with national priorities, strengthened stakeholder ownership, and enhanced the technical robustness of the studies ahead of their finalisation and implementation.
These initiatives complement ongoing government efforts and are expected to enhance efficiency, transparency, and security along the Corridor, in line with CCTTFA’s mandate to facilitate seamless trade and reduce transit costs.
Serikali imekamilisha ujenzi wa Bandari ya Karema iliyopo Mpanda Mkoani Katavi katika Ziwa Tanganyika na kuwezesha uwekezaji kutoka sekta binafsi wa meli 4 za mizigo ambazo zipo katika hatua za mwisho za kukamilika.
Dondoo;
1. Kila meli moja ina uwezo wa kuchukua tani 2,000 za mzigo (Jumla tani 8,000 kwa mpigo)
2. Meli hizi zitafanya safari kati ya Bandari ya Karema Tanzania na Bandari ya Kalemii nchini DRC
3. Zitawezesha usafirishaji wa zaidi ya Tani Milioni 2 za mizigo kwa mwaka kwenda DRC (Hii itakuwa ni mara ya kwanza kufikia rekodi ya usafirishaji wa kiwango hicho kikubwa cha mzigo)
4. Wawekezaji wa meli hizi pia watajenga Bandari ya Kigoma na bandari ya Kalemii nchini DRC pamoja na kujenga kilometa 500 za barabara ya lami kati ya Kalemii na eneo la madini la Manono ambalo lina mgodi mkubwa zaidi Duniani wa madini aina ya Lithium yanayotumika kutengeneza betri za magari.
5. Uwekezaji huu unatajiwa kuongeza ufanisi wa Bandari ya Dar es Salaam.
#KaziIendelee
While on a working mission in Kinshasa, DRC, today I had the honor of paying a courtesy visit to H.E. Amb. Dr. Deo Mwapinga @dmwaps , Secretary General of the Forum of Parliaments of the International Conference on the Great Lakes Region @FP_ICGLR under @ICGLR.
We held productive discussions on the work of our respective organizations and identified preliminary areas of synergy between @CCTTFA and @ICGLR in promoting regional development particularly as six of the seven Central Corridor member states are also ICGLR members.
We emphasized regional cooperation and infrastructure development as key drivers of economic growth in our member countries.
We look forward to deepening this collaboration.
Le saviez-vous ? Les études de faisabilité et d'ingénierie préliminaire du projet de construction du chemin de fer électrifié à écartement standard Gitega-Bujumbura-Uvira-Kindu(Burundi-RDC) continue par la firme canadienne CPCS-Zutaripour un coût total de USD 3.178.686. Je tiens à exprimer ma profonde gratitude au Gouvernement de la RDC pour son engagement et le paiement depuis avril 2025 de la totalité de sa quote-part s'élevant à Deux Millions Quatre Cent Vingt et Un Mille Cinq Cent Cinquante-Sept Dollars Américains (USD 2.421.557).
#DRC
On behalf of the Central Corridor, I extend our warmest congratulations to the Governments of the United Republic of Tanzania and the Republic of Uganda on the successful signing of the Memorandum of Understanding on the development of a cross-border railway linking western Uganda to Tanzania’s Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) network and the Port of Dar es Salaam. The MoU was signed on Friday 13th March 2026 on the margin of the Tanzania-Uganda Joint Permanent Commission meeting held in Dar es Salaam.
The proposed railway would extend from Isaka in northwestern Tanzania, where the Dar es Salaam–Mwanza SGR terminates, crossing into Uganda at Kikagati before continuing through Mbarara, Bihanga and Kasese to Mpondwe at the DRC border.
This important milestone reflects the strong commitment of both Governments to deepen regional integration, enhance trade facilitation, and strengthen sustainable transport infrastructure across the Central Corridor.
The Central Corridor remains committed to supporting initiatives that advance regional connectivity and unlock new opportunities for trade, investment, and shared prosperity across the region.
The Governments of Tanzania and DRC have reaffirmed their strong commitment to advancing regional integration and trade through the development of modern transport infrastructure.
During the 2nd High-Level Steering Committee Meeting on the implementation of the Transport Infrastructure Development Program for strengthening Trade between the United Republic of Tanzania and the Democratic Republic of Congo held in Kigoma on 18 March 2026, following the Joint Technical Experts Meeting, significant progress was recorded across key sectors including dry ports development, rail infrastructure, maritime transport, roads, and air connectivity.
The meeting also addressed critical challenges and endorsed strategic actions to accelerate implementation, strengthen partnerships, and enhance coordination between the two countries.
The Central Corridor continues to play a central role in facilitating this collaboration and advancing the shared vision of efficient, interconnected transport systems to reduce logistics costs and support economic growth.
The session concluded with site visits to the Port of Kigoma and Kigoma Airport to assess ongoing infrastructure developments.
Democratic Republic of Congo and China have signed a deal to deepen cooperation in the African nation's mining sector, Congo's government said, as global powers jockey for influence in the strategically important minerals powerhouse. https://t.co/0KwaYtXM9r
Yesterday, 12 March 2026, in Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), I had the honour of witnessing the signing of the Concession Contract between the Government of the DRC and Boston Developers Ltd for the development of the 45-hectare DRC Dry Port at Kwala in Tanzania.
The contract was signed by H.E. Jean Pierre Bemba, Vice-Prime Minister and Minister of Transport, Ways of Communication and Opening Up on behalf of the Government of the DRC, and Mr. Nilax Bhatt, CEO of Boston Developers Ltd, marking the official launch of the project’s implementation.
The project will establish a dedicated logistics platform for the DRC within the 502-hectare Kwala Dry Port complex in Kibaha District, Coast Region of Tanzania, about 60 km from the Port of Dar es Salaam.
Once operational, the facility will serve as an inland logistics hub for Congolese cargo, helping reduce congestion at the Port of Dar es Salaam while improving cargo clearance and transportation to the eastern and southern regions of the DRC.
Developed under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP), the project will be financed and operated by Boston Developers Ltd, and represents an important step in strengthening trade and logistics along the Central Corridor.
𝟐𝟓𝐓𝐇 𝐄𝐀𝐂 𝐇𝐄𝐀𝐃𝐒 𝐎𝐅 𝐒𝐓𝐀𝐓𝐄 𝐒𝐔𝐌𝐌𝐈𝐓
📌 The East African Community (EAC) congratulates Amb. Stephen Patrick Mbundi on his appointment as Secretary General (2026–2031).
Amb. Mbundi has extensive experience in regional integration and until his appointment served as the Permanent Secretary, responsible for EAC Affairs, in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation, Republic of Tanzania.
𝑱𝒖𝒎𝒖𝒊𝒚𝒂 𝒚𝒆𝒕𝒖 𝒊𝒌𝒐 𝑰𝒎𝒂𝒓𝒂!
#25thEACSUMMIT
#ProudlyEastAfrican
#EACSUMMIT
@EACJCourt@EA_Bunge@ForeignOfficeKE@mfa_tanzania@RwandaMFA@meaca_ug@Com_mediasRDC@MAEBurundi@SouthSudanGov@MOFASomalia@EACAffairsKenya@SGNduva
Kampuni za magari ya China ambazo zimefungua ofisi rasmi (dealership) hapa Tanzania;
1. Cherry
2. BYD
3. GWM
4. Changan
5. Omoda
6. JAECOO
7. JETOUR
8. MG (Morris Garages)
9. CMC Motors
10. BAIC
11. Foton
12. Haval
China global automotive takeover siyo hadithi tena. Siyo 'footnote'. Ndani ya miaka 10 ijayo tutawaona sana wakitawala mitaa kwenye magari mapya. Rwanda wameshashika sehemu kubwa. Na magari ya China ni kama ya Sci-Fi kwa technology na muonekano.
Exciting news from Zanzibar! 🚨👀
The Fumba Stadium will be one of the venues for AFCON 2027 and I can’t wait to witness the incredible developments taking place there.
A huge salute to President of Zanzibar Dr Hussein Mwinyi and General Secretary Ahmada for their visionary leadership and the tremendous work they’re doing to elevate football on the islands.
Your commitment is turning Zanzibar into a true hub for African football.
AFCON 2027 is shaping up to be something truly special and Zanzibar is ready to host.
#AFCON2027 #Zanzibar2027 #AfricanFootball
According to a latest article from Daily News, The TAZARA Railway Revitalization is building the “industrial spine” of new Africa.
Read more: https://t.co/T4gV7yptbO
📢 CALL FOR CONSULTANCY SERVICES | DEVELOPMENT OF CCTTFA @ccttfaorg STRATEGIC PLAN (2026–2031)
The Central Corridor Transit Transport Facilitation Agency (@ccttfaorg ) Secretariat invites qualified and experienced consulting firms to submit proposals for the development of its Five-Year Strategic Plan (2026–2031).
The assignment aims to support CCTTFA in formulating a robust strategic framework that will guide the Agency’s programmes and operations over the next five years, in line with its evolving mandate and regional transport facilitation objectives.
Key Information:
🔹 Assignment: Development of CCTTFA Strategic Plan (2026–2031)
🔹 RFP Reference: 500186/2024/2025/001/01/2025
🔹 Submission Deadline: 2 March 2026 at 11:00 AM (EAT)
🔹 Submission: [email protected]
📄 Tender documents and detailed Terms of Reference are available here:
👉 https://t.co/XRU6u5kXeW
Qualified firms are encouraged to submit proposals and be part of shaping the strategic direction of the Central Corridor.
#ConsultancyOpportunity #StrategicPlanning #TransportAndLogistics #PublicSectorConsulting #CCTTFA #RegionalIntegration