ZANZIBAR, June 12 -- ZANZIBAR President Dr Hussein Mwinyi has reaffirmed his government commitment to accelerating Pembas economic transformation through major infrastructure projects. He cited the ongoing construction of a new airport, seaport and road networks, 70 per cent of which are already completed.

President Mwinyi made the remarks on Wednesday during a meeting with a high-level United Kingdom delegation led by Member of Parliament and the UK Prime Ministers Trade Envoy to East Africa, Ms Kate Osamor at the State House in Zanzibar.

He noted that Pembas delayed economic develop ment has been largely due to the absence of essential infrastructure, which is crucial for unlocking the islands full economic potential.

“Pembas d...