DODOMA, May 21 -- PRIME Minister Kassim Majaliwa has said that the government is implementing a grand project for the construction of eight major factories for processing honey and other products from the bee sector.

The Premier made the revelation here during celebrations to mark the World Bee Day which was attended by hundreds of Tanzanians from across the country. Tanzania joined the global community in celebrating World Bee Day, with a national event held at Chinangali Park in Dodoma.

The ceremony was officiated by Mr Majaliwa, who emphasised the pivotal role of the beekeeping sector in the nations economy and its potential to contribute significantly to sustainable development.

Under the national theme: “Bee for livelihood, ...