DODOMA, July 18 -- On Thursday in Dodoma, the political heart of our nation Tanzania took a bold step into the future with the official launch of the Tanzania Development Vision 2050.

This is not just a ceremonial occasion; it is a moment that demands national reflection, renewed commitment and collective ambition. It is an opportunity for every Tanzanian to ask: Where do we want to be by 2050? And what are we doing today to get there?

Personally, I am filled with great pride and humility to have been part of this historic process. Through my organisation, Twaweza East Africa, we were actively engaged in the research that informed the design of this Vision. Beyond that, I together with a fellow colleague had the honour of directly contr...