DAR ES SALAAM, Nov. 28 -- MINISTER for Transport, Professor Makame Mbarawa, has urged the Tanzania Ports Authority (TPA) to increase its technical supervision and on-site oversight of the construction of 15 large-capacity fuel storage tanks, a strategic project aimed at strengthening the countrys fuel security and reducing operational costs.

The government-funded project, worth 703bn/-, will provide 380,000 cubic metres of storage capacity once completed.

Prof Mbarawa said the investment will enable Tanzania to maintain adequate fuel reserves within its borders, ensuring a stable and secure supply.

He issued the call yesterday during an inspection tour of the Kigamboni fuel storage facility in Dar es Salaam, where construction has reac...