DODOMA, Nov. 17 -- PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan has reaffirmed the domestic private sector as a key driver of Tanzanias economic growth, unveiling a series of reforms aimed at improving the business environment, boosting industrial production, creating youth employment and easing the cost of living.

In her inauguration of the 13th Parliament on Friday, President Samia said the government will continue supporting the private sector by completing the implementation of the Business Environment Improvement Programme (MKUMBI).

She added that the government is preparing to act on recommendations from the Tax System Review Commission to create a more predictable and business-friendly environment for traders.

Highlighting economic stability a...