Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan Unveils Transformative Agricultural and Economic Roadmap for Singida Region
In a powerful campaign rally, President Samia Suluhu Hassan outlined an ambitious economic strategy targeting agricultural transformation and rural empowerment in Singida, a region where 95% of the population depends on farming and livestock.
Addressing thousands of farmers and herders, the presidential candidate presented a comprehensive plan designed to elevate agricultural productivity and create sustainable economic opportunities. Key initiatives include establishing affordable equipment rental stations that could reduce farming costs by up to 50%, enabling smallholder farmers to mechanize crop production.
“In my next term, we’ll ensure every farmer and herder reaps fair rewards, turning subsistence into commercial success,” President Hassan emphasized. Her strategy focuses on eliminating exploitative middlemen, enhancing market access, and modernizing agricultural practices.
The proposed agricultural transformation targets critical crops like sunflower, sorghum, and maize, while also addressing livestock sector development. The president committed to comprehensive support, including commercial breeding training, veterinary care, and strategic market linkages.
A groundbreaking commitment involves guaranteeing farmers at least 60% of global market prices and implementing robust measures against crop fraud. The Warehouse Receipt System is expected to benefit over 2.4 million farmers by the end of 2024.
Beyond agriculture, the president’s vision encompasses infrastructure development, including airport upgrades, market construction for street vendors, and exploring green energy potential through wind power projects in Singida’s windy plains.
“Use these economic opportunities wisely,” President Hassan urged local residents. “The government will deliver in the next five years, but you must also harness these plans to lift yourselves up.”
