Makonda sees progress in 275km pipeline works for 85,468 residents

MWANZA: A project to construct a clean water supply system running from Ukiliguru, Kolomije, and Usagara to the villages of Sumve is being implemented across the Misungwi and Kwimba District Councils in Mwanza Region; it is expected to serve more than 85,468 citizens.

This was said today, October 13, 2026, by the Minister of Information, Arts, Culture, and Sports, Mr Paul Makonda, while visiting the project site in Misungwi District. Makonda is currently in Mwanza Region representing President Samia Suluhu Hassan in the inspection of various development projects.

Mr Makonda said that the Government continues to implement major projects aimed at ensuring citizens have access to water services close to their homes.

He noted that the project is expected to distribute water to various areas including Koromije, Bugomba, and other relevant locations via a pipeline network spanning approximately 275 kilometers.

According to his remarks, the project aims to alleviate the hardships faced by citizens, particularly women who currently spend significant time fetching water from wells or walking long distances to access the service.

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Mr Makonda explained that the construction of water storage and distribution infrastructure is ongoing, while emphasizing the importance of completing the project so that citizens can begin to benefit from the anticipated service.

The manager of the Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Agency (RUWASA), Eng Godfrey Sanga said that the project began on February 21, 2023, and is expected to be completed on December 17, 2027.

He noted that the project is being implemented by Emirates Builders Limited under the supervision of RUWASA, at a cost of 37.55 bn/-  funded by the government.