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Tanzania courts investors in dental health equipment, pharmaceutical production
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- Tanzania’s strategic location would enable pharmaceutical factories to serve both the domestic market and neighbouring countries, thereby generating employment and contributing to the national economy
Dar es Salaam. The government has called on both local and international investors to set up factories for the production of dental health equipment and pharmaceuticals in the country.
The appeal was made by the Assistant Director of Oral Health Services at the ministry of Health, Dr Baraka Nzobo, who represented Finance Minister Dr Mwigulu Nchemba during the closing of the two-day Tanzania Dental Expo held at Mlimani City over the weekend.
“Through this exhibition, I would like to invite investors in the oral and dental health sector to seize the available opportunities in Tanzania by investing in manufacturing facilities,” said Dr Nzobo.
He noted that Tanzania’s strategic location would enable such factories to serve both the domestic market and neighbouring countries, thereby generating employment and contributing to the national economy.
Dr Nzobo further said the government recognises and supports efforts by health stakeholders to improve service delivery, adding that its participation in the event was a demonstration of that commitment.
On his part, Tanzania Dental Expo Director Dr Ambege Mwakatobe said the exhibition had met its objective of bringing together health professionals, manufacturers, and service providers to exchange knowledge and explore business prospects.
“This exhibition has exposed professionals to modern equipment and innovative ideas that can enable them to venture into self-employment and create jobs for others,” said Dr Mwakatobe.
He urged members of the public to undergo regular dental check-ups in order to monitor their oral health and seek timely medical attention when necessary.
A dental expert from Mwanza, Dr Aloyce John, said the exhibition had motivated professionals to update their knowledge due to the availability of advanced tools and technologies.
“Oral and dental health issues are on the rise in the country, largely due to poor hygiene and unhealthy diets,” he said.
Boaz Nkono, a student at the Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS), said the exhibition had opened his eyes to opportunities beyond traditional employment.
“This event has changed my mindset. I now view self-employment as a viable career option,” he said.
This was the first exhibition of its kind in the country focusing exclusively on dental health.
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