Samia’s Russia visit gives $1.2 billion uranium project fresh impetus
Minerals minister Anthony Mavunde has expressed confidence that the long-delayed Mkuju River uranium project is moving closer to full-scale implementation following President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s visit to Russia last week. PHOTO | FILE
Moscow. Tanzania’s long-delayed Mkuju River uranium project has received fresh momentum following President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s official visit to Russia, with Minerals minister Anthony Mavunde expressing confidence that the strategic investment is now moving closer to full-scale implementation.
Speaking to The Citizen in Moscow on the sidelines of the President’s visit, Mr Mavunde said discussions between Tanzanian and Russian leaders had reinforced commitments towards advancing the project, which is expected to position Tanzania among Africa’s leading uranium producers.
