CCM presidential candidate Samia Suluhu Hassan has unveiled an ambitious infrastructure transformation plan to turn Dar es Salaam into a modern, well-connected and congestion-free city.

Speaking at a campaign rally in Dar es Salaam yesterday, Samia said the next five years will see the city undergo a major facelift through strategic investment in roads, flyovers, bridges, and the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system, all aimed at easing movement, improving productivity, and enhancing the city’s image as Tanzania’s commercial hub.
“Dar es Salaam is the gateway to Africa, through its port and airport, and the country’s main economic engine. We must therefore modernise its infrastructure to match its growth and position it for greater opportunities,” she said.

Samia announced that the government will complete the expansion of Mwai Kibaki Road from Morocco to Kawe and from Tegeta to Bunju, projects expected to drastically reduce traffic congestion in the city’s northern corridor.
In addition, the government will construct new flyovers at Mwenge, Morocco, Magomeni, and at the junction of Ali Hassan Mwinyi and United Nations roads to ease traffic flow at key intersections.
“These flyovers will not only save time but also improve the quality of life for thousands of commuters who spend hours in traffic every day,” she explained.
Samia said the government has already approved more than TSh 80 billion for the Ubungo–Kimara road expansion, and similar investments are being channelled into other city routes to improve connectivity between industrial, residential and commercial areas.
Highlighting progress on the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project, Samia said the system had reached 61 per cent completion, with more than 2.1trn/- invested so far.
She revealed that four new operators — Mofat, YG Link, Metrolink City and ENG Company — have been brought on board to expand the fleet and improve services. Once complete, the city’s residents will enjoy a faster, safer and more efficient transport system.

“From January 2026, Dar es Salaam residents will experience a new era of public transport — reliable, affordable and modern,” she said.
Samia added that the government will also facilitate greater participation of the private sector in managing the BRT system, while upgrading bus terminals in Kawe, Tegeta, and Bunju B to support feeder transport and improve passenger convenience.
Samia said the developments are part of a wider effort to improve Dar es Salaam’s competitiveness and attractiveness for investors, while creating jobs and stimulating economic growth.
“A modern transport network means more productivity, less time wasted in traffic, and more opportunities for business,” she emphasised.
She further noted that the infrastructure plan complements ongoing efforts to address flooding and drainage challenges in the city, ensuring roads remain passable even during heavy rains.
Samia said her administration’s vision is to make Dar es Salaam a smart, orderly and sustainable urban centre, one that reflects Tanzania’s economic aspirations and serves as a model for other cities in the region.
“We are not just building roads — we are building the future of this great city,” she declared.
CCM Secretary General Dr Asha-Rose Migiro, praised Samia’s leadership for championing infrastructure projects that have already reshaped the country’s transport landscape, including the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR), port modernisation, and nationwide road improvements.
Dr Migiro called on Dar es Salaam residents to “vote for progress and stability” by re-electing Samia to complete the city’s transformation.
“The journey of change has begun, and we must continue it under her leadership,” she said.
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