In a bold move to ease traffic congestion and boost cross-border trade, the government of President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan is on the verge of completing the Chimbuya Parking Hub in Tunduma District, Songwe Region.
Part of the Sixth Phase Government’s ambitious infrastructure agenda, this project is poised to transform the bustling TANZAM highway into a more efficient and accessible trade corridor, unlocking new opportunities for transporters and traders alike.
Costing TZS 1.8 billion and now 90% complete, the Chimbuya Parking Hub goes beyond a traditional parking facility.
Spanning 50 meters in length and 46 meters in width, it features essential amenities such as streetlights stretching over three kilometers, modern restrooms, showers, office space, and a secure perimeter fence.
For the thousands of long-haul truck drivers and traders who rely on this vital route daily, it promises not only convenience but also safety and efficiency.
Years of heavy truck traffic have turned the TANZAM highway into a bottleneck, with long queues often paralyzing the flow of goods and causing frustration for traders and local residents.
The Chimbuya facility is set to change that, providing a dedicated space for trucks to park, reducing congestion, and ensuring smoother transit for all road users. It’s a project that signals relief for a region burdened by persistent delays and logistical challenges.
Minister for Works Innocent Bashungwa recently issued a clear directive, giving TANROADS in Songwe one month to complete the project.
The goal is to have the parking hub operational by the first week of December, a crucial deadline aimed at restoring order to the highway and enhancing the efficiency of cross-border trade.
To further alleviate the problem, the minister instructed TANROADS to deploy three mobile weighbridges in Tunduma to expedite the weighing process.
These weighbridges will work in tandem with the Mpemba weighbridge, notorious for causing long delays, and will ensure faster, more efficient regulation of truck weights.
The Chimbuya Parking Hub represents more than just infrastructure—it is a beacon of hope for traders, transporters, and the community.
It promises faster transit, safer roads, and a vital boost to local businesses that depend on the smooth flow of goods.
As the project nears completion, anticipation is building for the profound impact it will have on regional trade, setting the stage for a more prosperous and efficient future for Tanzania’s transportation network.
By December’s first week, Chimbuya will stand as a testament to the government’s commitment to modernizing infrastructure and driving economic growth