Dar es Salaam. Authorities have moved swiftly to balance the supply and demand of upcountry passenger buses as holiday travel surges, prompting fare hikes and exposing ticketing loopholes.
The Land Transport Regulatory Authority (Latra) announced on December 3, 2025 that bus operators can now apply for short-term licences to operate additional services on high-demand routes. The move aims to ease congestion during the festive season and boost the availability of buses for travellers heading upcountry.
