Dodoma allocates Sh7.1 billion for unfinished projects
Dodoma City Mayor, Prof Davis Mwamfupe
What you need to know:
- For the 2025/26 fiscal year, the council has set a total budget of Sh147 billion, an increase from the Sh143 billion allocated in 2024/25.
Dodoma. The Dodoma City Council has allocated Sh7.1 billion to complete unfinished projects from the previous fiscal year, which are being implemented across all 41 wards in the city.
For the 2025/26 fiscal year, the council has set a total budget of Sh147 billion, an increase from the Sh143 billion allocated in 2024/25.
Speaking on Thursday, January 30, 2025, after the council’s approval of the budget estimates, Dodoma City Mayor, Prof Davis Mwamfupe, explained that many government and community-driven projects initiated last year remained incomplete.
He stated that the allocated Sh7.1 billion would ensure these projects are finalised.
“We recognised that last year’s budget primarily focused on resolving land disputes, with Sh4 billion allocated for compensation and the surveying of over 4,000 plots. While we will continue addressing land issues this year, we are equally committed to completing unfinished projects,” Prof Mwamfupe said.
He added that the Sh147 billion allocated for the 2025/26 fiscal year would allow the council to complete the pending projects in all 41 wards.
He assured citizens that the funds would guarantee the successful completion of these initiatives.
Additionally, 10 percent of the internal revenue, approximately Sh2 billion, will be allocated for loans to women, youth, and people with disabilities, pending the finalisation of the government’s loan procedure.
Chang'ombe Councilor Jumanne Ngede remarked that many projects had been delayed due to funding shortages.
However, he stated that the new allocation would boost citizens’ confidence in the council’s ability to implement the budget.
Kilimani Councilor Neema Mwaluko stressed the importance of monitoring revenue collection to ensure the budget’s success.
She noted that even with a well-planned budget, insufficient revenue could hinder project implementation.
“We will do our part to ensure timely contributions, so we can mobilise the necessary funds for these projects,” Ms Mwaluko said.
