Dar es Salaam, Feb. 7 -- TANZANIA must robustly develop agriculture, industry and services if it is to achieve sustained economic growth and build a strong middle class, according to Minister of State in the Presidents Office (Planning and Investment), Professor Kitila Mkumbo.

He was responding to contributions and recommendations from Members of Parliament during debates on the 25-Year Long-Term Perspective Plan (2026/27– 2050/51), the Fourth FiveYear National Development Plan (2026/27–2030/31) and the proposed National Development Plan for the 2026/27 financial year.

Prof Kitila said all recommendations had been taken on board and would be worked upon by the government.

He thanked MPs for identifying challenges and propos...