Deputy Minister of Energy, Salome Makamba, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to providing reliable, 24-hour electricity across Tanzania, aiming to attract investors and drive economic growth.
Makamba made the remarks today during an inspection of the Zuzu electricity transmission and distribution center in Dodoma. She emphasized that with the significant financial investments made by the government, all power infrastructure must be well managed to ensure uninterrupted electricity supply.
“I urge those entrusted with managing these investments to safeguard the equipment installed at these stations, prevent damage, and work diligently to achieve the government’s goal of reliable electricity,” she said.
The deputy minister noted that despite the rapid growth of Dodoma city, current investments in the energy sector are sufficient to meet today’s demand.
The Zuzu station, established in 1986 with a capacity of 2 megawatts, now generates 86 megawatts—70 in Dodoma and 16 in Kondoa. The facility has the potential to reach 200 megawatts, enough to power the entire Dodoma region.
TANESCO Deputy CEO, Eng. Athanasius Nagali, said the Zuzu station serves as a key hub for electricity distribution both domestically and regionally.
“This station is the hub for power coming from Mtwara, as well as electricity from the Mwalimu Nyerere Dam through Chalinze, which is cooled here before being transmitted to Singida, Mwanza, and even Kenya,” he explained.
Eng. Nagali added that reliable electricity will create opportunities for major investors to expand into various sectors, further boosting the country’s economic development.