‘Enhanced business climate lures private sector’
DODOMA: THE government’s continued efforts to create a business friendly environment under the leadership of President Samia Suluhu Hassan have earned growing trust from the private sector, paving the way for innovative empowerment initiatives targeting youth and small-scale entrepreneurs.
This was highlighted recently by Dodoma Regional Commissioner, Ms Rosemary Senyamule, during the official launch of the Gurudumu la Mama Samia campaign held recently at the informal traders’ market grounds along Bahi Road in Dodoma.
The campaign, introduced by local firm ‘Road Master’, provides affordable motorcycle tyres to taxi operators, popularly known as bodaboda, through a flexible credit scheme that enables them to pay in small daily installments.
“The private sector has increasingly gained confidence in the government, largely due to the President’s strong resolve that some responsibilities are best undertaken by private players. For a company to extend credit to bodaboda riders, it must trust that the policy and economic environment will support its recovery,” said Ms Senyamule.
She hailed the initiative as a practical example of how public-private partnerships can uplift youth livelihoods, particularly those who rely on motorcycles and threewheelers (bajaji) to earn a living.
On his part, Dodoma District Commissioner, Mr Jabir Shekimweri, commended Dodoma Urban MP Anthony Mavunde for his continued commitment to supporting young constituents, noting that the tyre credit initiative would enhance safety and sustainability of youth-led transport businesses.
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Dodoma Urban lawmaker Mr Anthony Mavunde explained that the campaign was endorsed by President Samia in recognition of the challenges faced by riders in accessing timely replacements for worn-out tyres.
He added that the initiative not only relieves the financial burden on young operators but also encourages road safety compliance.
“This programme is not only about affordability; it’s about instilling discipline and responsibility among young riders, which will ultimately reduce road accidents,” said Mr Mavunde.
Road Master Director, Mr Fuein Makamba, said the company was inspired by the government’s youth empowerment drive and launched the campaign as a contribution to supporting economic inclusion for young transport operators.
Under the scheme, a rider needing a tyre worth 70,000/- can pay just 10,000/- upfront and take the tyre immediately.
The remaining amount is settled in daily instalments over a 30-day period.
The campaign is expected to benefit bodaboda and bajaji operators across the Dodoma Region, helping them remain mobile, safe, and economically productive.
