The 2026 Uhuru Torch Race has praised the implementation of a clean water project in Nala Ward, Dodoma City, describing it as a transformative investment valued at TZS 1.604 billion that has significantly improved access to safe water while also supporting industrial development in the area.
Speaking during the launch and inspection of the project on June 1, 2026, the National Leader of the 2026 Uhuru Torch Race, Wazo Mwang’onda, said the project had met required standards and reflected the government’s commitment to improving citizens’ welfare.
“The Uhuru Torch has visited this project, received a detailed report and conducted an inspection. We are satisfied that the project has been completed successfully and that DUWASA has done a commendable job,” said Mwang’onda.
He said the project was designed not only to serve residents facing long-standing water shortages but also to support industrial growth, particularly the Nala Intracom fertilizer factory, which depends on a reliable water supply for production.
“These water services are benefiting both households and industries. This is an important milestone for the economic and social development of this area,” he said.
Mwang’onda added that Nala has strong underground water potential, noting that one borehole can fill a 200,000-litre tank within just three hours.
He commended President Samia Suluhu Hassan for allocating funds that enabled the implementation of the project, saying it has brought lasting relief to residents who previously faced severe water shortages.
He said the President continues to emphasize peace and stability while the government expands delivery of development projects and essential social services across the country.
“The Uhuru Torch is highly impressed with this water project. We urge authorities to continue expanding water distribution so that more residents can access clean and safe water,” he said.
Nala Ward Councillor Leonard Alexander said residents had warmly received the project, noting that it has greatly reduced water challenges in the area.
He explained that before its implementation, residents walked between two and five kilometres in search of water despite living near Dodoma City.
“Currently, between 500 and 1,000 households have already been connected to water services. People can now access water directly from their taps,” he said.
Alexander added that the project has also improved employment opportunities at the fertilizer factory due to reliable water supply and strengthened social well-being in the community.
“Reliable water services have improved the quality of life for families. We sincerely thank President Samia, the Uhuru Torch leadership, district authorities and DUWASA for bringing this service to our people,” he said.
DUWASA Acting Managing Director Benard Rugaui said the project aimed to improve water supply services and increase daily production from 88.94 million litres to 91.2 million litres, representing a 2.5 percent increase.
He said the project, fully funded by the Government of Tanzania, cost TZS 1.604 billion and was implemented from July 1, 2024 to May 31, 2025.
The project serves 5,188 residents in Nala Centre, Segu Juu and Chihoni areas, as well as the Nala Intracom fertilizer factory.
Rugaui said the project has increased water access in Nala Ward from 9 percent to 60 percent, marking a major improvement in service delivery.
He added that DUWASA-served areas in Dodoma District have a population of 851,633 people with a daily water demand of 159.9 million litres.
Major water sources include the Mzakwe Basin producing 61.5 million litres per day, Nzuguni with 10 million litres, Iyumbu with 7.32 million litres, and peripheral boreholes producing 6.2 million litres daily.
Residents of Nala Ward described the project as a life-changing intervention, saying it has reduced time and money previously spent searching for water and ensured a more reliable supply closer to their homes.
