‘TSN Forum enhances Dira 2050’

GEITA: THE Economic Opportunities Forum organised by Tanzania Standard (Newspapers) Limited (TSN) in Geita Region has been lauded as an important platform for connecting citizens with economic opportunities and helping translate the National Development Vision 2050 into practical action. Speaking during the forum held yesterday as part of the ninth Mining Technology Exhibition, Geita District Commissioner, Hashimu Komba, said the initiative was important because it equipped citizens with knowledge about opportunities available in the region.

He said access to information on investment and economic opportunities could help individuals overcome financial challenges, strengthen household economies and ultimately contribute to national economic growth. “What TSN is doing today is a big deal for Geita Region and the nation because the forum is helping Tanzanians understand the various opportunities available in our region,” said Mr who represented the Regional Commissioner, Alexander Mnyeti. He urged participants to pay attention to presentations made by experts, saying the region had opportunities extending beyond mining to agriculture, fishing, livestock, energy and other economic activities. Mr Komba said Geita’s location along Lake Victoria presented opportunities in fisheries, including cage fish farming, while increased access to electricity was supporting the establishment of small industries, gold-processing facilities and other businesses. He also encouraged young people, women and other groups to make use of ...