Dar es Salaam, March 23 -- DAR ES SALAAM: PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan has directed the establishment of a national water grid to guarantee water security and reliability, similar to the national electricity grid.

Speaking during the climax of Water Week 2025 in Dar es Salaam yesterday, where she also launched the National Water Policy 2022, Version 2025, President Samia spoke on the pressing need of establishing a structured water distribution framework.

“Whether the water comes from Lake Victoria or Lake Nyasa, there must be designated centres where water is collected and its distribution is technologically monitored. This will enhance water security, ensure proper management and guarantee availability,” she said.

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