Govt seeks Sh3.5bn more to construct Sino-TZ trade hub

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The government has set aside a total of Sh3.7 billion for purchasing a new pontoon that would operate between Kigamboni and Magogoni in Dar es Salaam.

The investigation against an India national (name withheld), who was arrested attempting to smuggle tanzanite gemstones worth Sh2.5 billion through the Kilimanjaro International Airport (KIA) has taken a new twist after he accused a famous firm of selling him the precious stones.

Stamigold under ownership of the State Mining Corporation (Stamico) produced gold worth Sh1.5 billion in one year after changing ownership from the African Barrick Gold (ABG) mine known as Tulawaka.

The government urgently needs Sh1.5 billion to repair and improve part of the central railway line between Kilosa and Gulwe railway station.

The government is seeking partnerships with the business community to address under-nutrition.

A lawmaker has accused the government of denying Zanzibari investors in the telecommunications sector the right to invest in Tanzania Mainland.