To boost the informal economy, the President said her government had disbursed over Sh1.42 billion in loans to micro-entrepreneurs, targeting youth and women.
Tunduru. President Samia Suluhu Hassan, the Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) presidential candidate, has reaffirmed her commitment to delivering socio-economic transformation if re-elected in the 2025 General Election, presenting a detailed account of her administration’s achievements and pledges for the future.
Speaking at a campaign rally in Tunduru on Monday, September 22, 2025, President Hassan cited progress in water supply, education, electricity, infrastructure, agriculture and youth empowerment. She said her government had laid firm foundations but acknowledged challenges that remain.
“I have only touched on a few issues today, just a few. But what matters is that the work is being done,” she told the rally.
The President announced that her administration has implemented 31 strategic water projects across the region, increasing access from 23 percent to as high as 75 percent in some areas.
President Samia Suluhu Hassan, the Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) presidential candidate
She said the progress was made possible through government budgets and donor support, though gaps remain in several wards.
“There are still places like Masuguru, Mchoteka, Nalasi, Ligunga, Rahaleo, Bugujali and Majala where access remains limited. To those residents, I say: rest assured, your government is at work,” she said.
Education expansion
President Samia said her government had built eight new secondary schools, 15 dormitories and 253 classrooms, while at the primary level, four new schools and 302 classrooms had been added.
“These projects support our free education policy and are aimed at expanding access while easing congestion in classrooms,” she said.
She also addressed higher education loans, saying that although the scheme was temporarily suspended for restructuring, it was now resuming with better efficiency.
“At the time of suspension, we were disbursing over Sh653 million. Adjustments have been made, and we are ready to continue,” she said.
Youth and small business support
To boost the informal economy, the President said her government had disbursed over Sh1.42 billion in loans to micro-entrepreneurs, targeting youth and women.
She added that the loans were complemented by access to health insurance, describing the combination as vital for resilience among vulnerable populations.
“Our aim is not just to give capital, but to provide holistic support, including health coverage, to enable long-term economic independence,” she said.
Power and industry
On energy, President Samia highlighted the establishment of a new power intake and distribution station with a 116-megawatt capacity, enough to meet residential and industrial demand.
She said reliable electricity would underpin agro-processing, including cashew factories that have been dormant.
“Investors will now find a ready and reliable power supply. That means jobs, growth and transformation,” she declared.
Roads and trade
The President outlined transport projects, including upgrading feeder roads in Mtumbuu, Miseteli and central Tunduru to tarmac level. She also mentioned the Mtwara–Nachingwea–Tunduru–Lindi corridor as a priority route.
“These roads are critical for trade, services and agriculture logistics. We are committed to their swift completion,” she said.
Agriculture focus
Given Tunduru’s dependence on farming, President Samia devoted much of her address to agriculture. She said her government had delivered 10 tractors, subsidised fertiliser and inputs, and expanded irrigation schemes from seven to 21.
“With irrigation, we control our destiny. Farmers can now harvest twice a year,” she told the rally.
A section of Tunduru residents attending the public campaign rally for the Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) in Ruvuma Region on September 22, 2025.
She said the interventions had increased food production from 155,940 tonnes to 251,536 tonnes, covering both staple and cash crops.
Call for trust
President Samia urged Tanzanians to keep faith in CCM’s leadership, stressing that the party’s manifesto commitments were being fulfilled.
“Let us work together. We have come far but the work is not finished. No citizen will be left behind,” she said.
