Tanzanian Prime Minister Dr. Mwigulu Nchemba has mandated that all regional projects must demonstrate value for the money spent. He issued this directive while inspecting the stalled Muhalala Joint Inspection Centre in Singida, a project abandoned by its contractor eight years ago. The government has declared the original construction company bankrupt and is demanding compensation for the significant delays and financial losses.
Dr. Nchemba ordered the arrest of the contractor and the seizure of his passport, calling the failure an act of sabotage. He warned all foreign contractors to respect their agreements with the government, stating that Tanzanian institutions hold ultimate authority. The Prime Minister gave project partners a deadline to confirm their continued involvement, after which the work will be assigned to local firms. He affirmed his commitment to completing the project, which is intended to improve trade efficiency.
Dr. Nchemba ordered the arrest of the contractor and the seizure of his passport, calling the failure an act of sabotage. He warned all foreign contractors to respect their agreements with the government, stating that Tanzanian institutions hold ultimate authority. The Prime Minister gave project partners a deadline to confirm their continued involvement, after which the work will be assigned to local firms. He affirmed his commitment to completing the project, which is intended to improve trade efficiency.
