Businesses get back to normal in Dodoma

DODOMA: BUSINESSES and transport services have resumed in the capital city, Dodoma, following directives issued by President Samia Suluhu Hassan during her swearing-in ceremony on Monday.

A spot check by the Daily News at Nzuguni, Sabasaba, Majengo, Machinga and Chamwino markets revealed a lively return to economic activity, with lorries unloading goods and vendors setting up their stalls in preparation for customers.

Intercity and upcountry buses were also back on the roads, while fuel stations reopened and resumed normal services.

ALSO READ: Prioritise human rights, businesses urged

“Now I can move around for work. Yesterday, I had a client who wanted her roof renovated and I comfortably went to her place and did the job,” said Mr Augustine Lyamuya, a technician and resident of Nzuguni.

In Chamwino area, people were seen moving freely, while passengers confirmed that bus fares had dropped compared to previous days.

At Maisha Plus Market, a popular spot for porgy fish, traders had resumed full operations.

“Yesterday everyone was anxious, but today things are calm. We’re back to work and we just want peace to continue,” said Mr Joseph Mwang’onda, a fish vendor.