Tanzania has signed four Public-Private Partnership (PPP) agreements worth TZS 681.53 billion in the 2024/25 fiscal year to improve public transportation through the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system.
The deals reflect the government’s strategy of leveraging private sector investment to ease the financial burden on the national budget while improving service delivery.
The agreements cover key BRT phases in Dar es Salaam. Phase One includes the Kimara–Kivukoni corridor and branches to Gerezani and Morocco.
Phase Two connects Mbagala to Kivukoni, with branches to Morocco via Chang’ombe and to Gerezani.
These routes are critical for reducing traffic congestion in one of the country’s busiest cities.
Transport experts say the involvement of the private sector is expected to accelerate project implementation and ensure better operational efficiency compared to traditional government-led models.
Increased private investment will also create jobs, stimulate economic activity, and enhance reliability in public transport.
The BRT project is central to Dar es Salaam’s urban mobility plan, targeting faster and more affordable commuting for thousands of residents.
With rapid urbanization, traffic congestion has remained a major challenge, costing both time and resources.
By adopting PPP models, the government aims to make the transport system sustainable and less dependent on public funds.
If successfully implemented, these agreements could serve as a blueprint for future infrastructure projects in other sectors, such as energy and water, further strengthening Tanzania’s commitment to public-private collaboration.