DAR ES SALAAM, July 1 -- ASTRONG linkage between manufacturing, digital technology and other key economic sectors especially agriculture and the blue economy is vital to accelerating economic growth, as Tanzanias population is projected to reach 100 million within the next 10 years.

The envisaged robust integration is expected to enhance productivity, add value across sectors, and unlock the countrys export potential in lucrative markets such as the European Union (EU).

UN Technology Banks Managing Director, Mr Deodat Maharaj, shared a set of strategic priorities for the country to achieve its industrialisation targets under the upcoming National Development Vision 2050, especially in light of rising population.

“For Africa as th...