Prof Mkumbo unveils 27 Energy priorities in Tanzania’s Development Plan

DODOMA: THE government is set to continue implementing 27 priority projects in energy sector under the 2025/26 National Development Plan, which are at various stages of progress.

These initiatives aim to increase electricity production by 4,915 MW, connect 26 regions to the national grid, expand the grid to 9,351 km, reduce electricity losses to 7.9percent, and raise electricity access to 85percent of the population.

Minister of State in the President’s Office for Planning and Investment, Prof. Kitila Mkumbo, shared these details in Dodoma today, while presenting the state of the economy and outlining the key objectives of the 2025/26 National Development Plan.

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He explained that the energy sector projects are designed to enhance industrial output, foster business development, improve access to social services, and support broader economic activities.

Among the key projects are electricity generation, transmission, and distribution in both urban and rural areas; exploration and development of oil and natural gas in strategic blocks; expanding the use of compressed natural gas (CNG) in vehicles; and broadening the distribution of natural gas.

Additionally, Prof. Mkumbo revealed that in 2025/26, the government will continue to implement seven communication and information technology projects, with a particular focus on six high-priority initiatives.