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Tanzania Unveils $85.46 Million Budget to Expand Telecom Infrastructure, Especially in Rural Areas

Tanzania Unveils $85.46 Million Budget to Expand Telecom Infrastructure, Especially in Rural Areas

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Tanzania Unveils $85.46 Million Budget to Expand Telecom Infrastructure, Especially in Rural Areas The funds will prioritize development expenditure, aiming to... 01.05.2026, Sputnik Africa

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Tanzania Unveils $85.46 Million Budget to Expand Telecom Infrastructure, Especially in Rural Areas The funds will prioritize development expenditure, aiming to close connectivity gaps, the minister for communication and information technology, Angellah Kairuki, said during his presentation of the budget for the ministry for the 2026/27 financial year.🟠Current coverage includes 98.6% for 2G and 94.2% for 4G by population. 🟠The plan also supports a national digital addressing system, a CubeSat educational satellite project, cybersecurity upgrades, and ICT start‑ups. 🟠Lawmakers urged faster cross-border connectivity with the DRC and a $38.4 million investment to upgrade national data centers.Subscribe to @sputnik_africa Sputnik Africa | X

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