Makambako
CCM presidential candidate Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan on Saturday campaigned in Makambako Town, promising to strengthen agricultural markets and boost investment in clean energy.
She said eight grain-buying centers are being opened in Njombe Region to secure reliable markets for maize farmers.
She added that her government is reviewing a proposed wind power project in Makambako, in line with the national clean energy agenda.
Dr. Samia also pledged to establish a one-stop business center in the town, fast-track plans for a dry port, and begin construction of Mwalimu Nyerere University, which will be funded by the government.
She assured residents that their demand for Makambako to be elevated to district status would be considered.
Mufindi
In Mufindi District’s Nyororo area, Dr. Samia said road infrastructure remains a priority, noting progress on the 40.4-kilometre Nyororo–Mtwango road and plans for the 54.5-kilometre Igowelo–Kasanga–Nyigo road.
She confirmed that an X-ray machine has been approved for the district hospital.
She also addressed industrial challenges, saying the government is reassessing claims at Mgololo Paper Mill, while Mufindi Tea Company has secured TZS 2.7 billion from local banks to revive production.
If private investors fail to sustain operations, she said, the government will support cooperatives to take over farms and factories.
Mafinga
At a rally in Mafinga Town, Dr. Samia praised the massive turnout, describing it as proof of the people’s trust in CCM.
She pledged to expand education, health, water, and electricity services.
She outlined plans to establish industrial clusters tied to forestry and agriculture, continue subsidies for seeds and fertilizers, and expand livestock vaccination programmes.
She said Tanzania has already begun exporting maize to neighbouring countries and announced that Mafinga will get a new international-standard bus terminal to enhance trade and transport.
Kalenga
In Kalenga, Iringa Rural District, Dr. Samia pointed to rural electrification, new schools, and improved access to clean water as signs of CCM’s commitment to inclusive development.
She announced that funds have been allocated for the Makumbusho–Kalenga road, with a contractor set to start work soon.
She also highlighted 32 kilometres of new tarmac roads, 191 kilometres of gravel roads, and 34 bridges already completed.
Additional projects include a bridge at Maperamengi village and new dams for water and irrigation.
On her tour of Njombe and Iringa, Dr. Samia urged citizens to back CCM in the October elections, saying the ruling party remains the only political force capable of “building a self-reliant, inclusive, and prosperous Tanzania.”
