Samia orders car pooling for officials to curb rising fuel costs

Author: Bob KarashaniPublished on: April 9, 2026Country: Tanzania
Politics
Samia orders car pooling for officials to curb rising fuel costs

Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan ordered a sharp reduction in vehicle use for government activities, mandating carpooling and bus transport for officials. This directive, announced in Dodoma, aims to address rising fuel costs linked to the Middle East conflict. Fuel prices in Tanzania surged by over 30%, reaching record levels.

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