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Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan Urges Revival of Cashew Factory

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Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan Urges Revival of Cashew Factory

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Additionally, President Samia instructed the leaders of Ruvuma Region to ensure that the issue of elephants invading farms in Namtumbo and Tunduru Districts is addressed, enabling citizens to carry out their farming activities safely.

Tanzanian President   Samia Suluhu Hassan has directed the Ministry of Industry and Trade in collaboration with the office of the Treasury Registrar, to take swift action in reviving the cashew processing factory in Tunduru District, Ruvuma Region. The factory, which was privatized but has since ceased operations, had previously provided significant employment opportunities to over 600 women and 200 youth in the area.

President Samia issued the directive recently while addressing the people of Tunduru during a public rally held at the CCM grounds in the district. The revival of the cashew processing factory is expected to boost local employment and contribute to economic growth in Tunduru, where cashew farming is a major livelihood for many households.

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Additionally, President Samia instructed the leaders of Ruvuma Region to ensure that the issue of elephants invading farms in Namtumbo and Tunduru Districts is addressed, enabling citizens to carry out their farming activities safely. She reassured citizens regarding the challenge of elephant invasions, affirming that the government has taken appropriate measures to ensure their safety, including the use of patrol vehicles, and drones to chase the elephants away and strengthening ranger stations.