The government has placed urban renewal at the centre of its development priorities for the second phase of the Sixth Administration, aiming to raise property values, improve land use planning and attract stronger investment into Tanzania’s growing cities.
Minister of State in the President’s Office (Planning and Investment), Prof. Kitila Mkumbo, said the initiative will be driven through partnerships between residents and private developers to replace ageing structures with modern high-rise buildings while guaranteeing current occupants residential and commercial floors in the new developments.
Addressing journalists in Dar es Salaam on Monday, Prof. Mkumbo said three areas Vingunguti, Buguruni and Manzese have been earmarked for the first phase.
He noted that formal processes to invite investors will be announced soon, adding that residents will not be displaced but will instead benefit directly from the redevelopment model.
Prof. Mkumbo said the urban transformation agenda is designed to open new economic opportunities, expand job creation and uplift the quality of life in densely populated areas.
“Our ambition is to ensure Dar es Salaam, and later other cities, evolve into well-planned urban centres with modern infrastructure and orderly housing,” he said.
Beyond urban renewal, the minister said the government is also investing in opening new tourism destinations beyond the popular Northern Circuit.
He pointed to Ruaha National Park as one of Tanzania’s most spectacular yet under-promoted attractions with significant potential for growth.
He added that Tanzania’s extensive coastline remains underutilised, despite offering world-class beach tourism prospects.
Prof. Mkumbo said the government will continue strengthening collaboration with both local and international private sector players to increase investment in tourism, construction and infrastructure.
Such partnerships, he noted, are critical to boosting national revenue and expanding employment opportunities for young people.