Tanzania plans new 300-metre berth at Tanga Port to increase its cargo capacity
The Tanzanian government plans to construct a new 300-metre berth at Tanga Port to accommodate rising cargo volumes and boost economic growth. Officials noted that recent infrastructure investments have already led to significant increases in both cargo handling capacity and government revenue.
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Expanding port infrastructure is critical for Tanzania's strategy to improve regional trade connectivity and increase its economic competitiveness in East Africa.
Tanga. The government has announced plans to construct a new 300-metre berth at the Port of Tanga to increase its capacity after a surge in revenue and cargo volumes.
Speaking on Monday, July 13, 2026 in Tanga during an inspection tour of the port’s development progress, Finance Minister, Mr Khamis Mussa Omar said the project would be implemented through collaboration between the government and the Tanzania Ports Authority (TPA) as part of the Sixth Phase Government’s strategy to promote economic growth through transport and energy sectors.
He said the government was continuing with efforts to expand the port to meet rising demand for cargo handling services and position it as a key trade and economic hub.
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