DODOMA, Feb. 5 -- THE government has said it is closely monitoring progress on the long-awaited Kasulu Cement Factory project, urging the investor, TACECO Ltd of Burundi to accelerate implementation after a slow pace in completing key preparatory stages.

Deputy Minister for Industry and Trade Dennis Londo told the National Assembly yesterday that the investor is still conducting a detailed feasibility study to assess the availability of essential raw materials such as clinker, gypsum and pozzolana. However, he acknowledged that the pace has been unsatisfactory.

“The investors progress in carrying out the feasibility study has been slow. The government continues to engage and encourage them to ensure the project moves to implementa...