TANGA, Nov. 30 -- Tanga Port yesterday received a 13,000-tonne container vessel, the first to dock directly from Iran, thanks to significant port expansion and improved efficiency.

The towering vessel arrived carrying 463 containers—261 for Tanzania and 182 destined for Malawi, Zambia, Uganda and other SADC countries—loaded with industrial equipment, manufacturing inputs and specialised technology products.

The arrival was coordinated by Seven Seas Shipping Agency, the trailblazing firm spearheading Iran–Tanga maritime operations.

Tanga Regional Commissioner, Dr Batilda Burian, said the efficient operations at Tanga Port are a game changer for youth employment and the regions competitiveness.

“This marks the be...