The Rural Energy Agency (REA) has set a clear target to deliver electricity to 9,009 villages across mainland Tanzania by 2029, in line with the government’s commitment to universal energy access.
REA Director General, Engineer Hassan Saidy, issued the directive during a staff meeting at REA headquarters in Dodoma on March 30, 2026.
He urged all employees to work efficiently to ensure the success of the HEP II (B) project, which was signed on January 17, 2026.
“The primary responsibility of each staff member is to ensure these villages receive electricity within three years,” Engineer Saidy said, emphasizing accountability and timely execution.
The HEP II (B) initiative is part of ongoing government efforts to expand electricity access to all citizens.
Once completed, together with other ongoing projects, roughly 51,000 villages will be connected to the national grid. About 13,000 villages are expected to be electrified by 2030, in line with the ruling party’s 2025–2030 manifesto.
The project is expected to improve rural livelihoods by expanding electricity access, enhancing social services such as healthcare, education, and water supply, enabling productive use in local businesses, increasing household incomes, and stimulating economic growth in rural communities.
During the meeting, REA staff also elected new leaders for their trade union and social organizations. Swalehe Kiloza was elected Chairman of the TUGHE REA branch, with Engineer Annet Malingumu as Secretary.
Leadership positions for the women’s committee, sports club, and social club were also filled, reflecting active staff participation in workplace governance and community engagement.
Engineer Saidy concluded by calling on all REA employees to remain committed, professional, and accountable, highlighting that efficient service delivery is central to achieving Tanzania’s rural electrification goals.
