
Tanzania's government has begun the process of building a new cargo ship for the Port of Mtwara, Deputy Transport Minister David Kihenzile said, according to Habari Leo. The vessel is expected to improve marine transport services in the Southern Zone. Kihenzile stated that the government is currently seeking a contractor for the shipbuilding project, though no further details on cost or timeline were provided.
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