Government on the spot over delays in Liganga, Mchuchuma projects

Deputy Minister for Investment, Industries, and Trade, Exaud Kigahe, responds to questions from members of parliament in Dodoma. PHOTO | COURTESY 

What you need to know:

  • China’s Sichuan Hongda Co. Ltd inked a $3 billion deal with Tanzania in September 2011 to mine coal and generate power in Mchuchuma and iron ore in Liganga, but the projects have never materialised due to the government’s failure to reach an agreement with investors