DAR ES SALAAM, Feb. 9 -- PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan has directed responsible government authorities to ensure that the new Kariakoo Main Market upholds the highest standards of service delivery, with all traders paying taxes transparently, reflecting its status as the countrys key commercial and regional hub.

The six-storey Kariakoo Market in Dar es Salaam is a modern governmentowned commercial facility, constructed alongside the renovation of the old market at a cost of 28bn/-.

The project follows the devastating fire outbreak in July 2021, which destroyed a significant number of businesses.

Speaking during the official launching ceremony of the new market, President Samia described it as a fresh beginning grounded in quality stand...