DAR ES SALAAM, Feb. 3 -- PRIME Minister, Dr Mwigulu Nchemba, today, February 3, 2026, officially launched the use of drones aimed at increasing productivity in the agricultural sector.

The launch took place in Dar es Salaam during the opening of the African Conference on Sustainable Use of Agricultural Tools.

Speaking at the event, Anna Mwangamilo, Director of Agricultural Tools at the Ministry of Agriculture, said the drones have the capacity to spray up to 3.5 acres in just 10 minutes. She added that each drones tank can carry 60 liters of liquids or 60 kilograms of dry substances, such as pesticides.

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Mwangamilo further explained that a single drone can cover an area of eigh...