VP sees good progress in construction of  Ntorya-Madimba gas pipeline project in Mtwara

MTWARA: VICE President Deogratius Ndejembi has inspected the progress of a project to construct a natural gas pipeline from the Ntorya Block to the Madimba Gas Processing Plant in Mtwara Region, at an estimated cost of 119bn/-.

Ndejembi conducted the inspection today, November 13, 2026, during his working visit to the region.

The project involves the installation of a pipeline spanning approximately 34 kilometres. Pipeline laying works have been completed, with final connection works currently underway.

ALSO READ: Over 2,500 households connected to gas pipeline

The pipeline is expected to increase the availability of natural gas for various uses, including electricity generation, industrial activities, transportation and domestic consumption, particularly cooking.

Speaking during the inspection, the Vice-President expressed satisfaction with the project’s implementation progress, noting that it would stimulate economic growth among residents of Mtwara and the country at large.