“Last year was good as we saw growth in the industry, and we are optimistic that this year will be even better,” he said.

The AGM, which is expected to attract hundreds of stakeholders from the transportation and logistics industry, will provide an opportunity for them to express their challenges and successes to the government. The minister for Works and Transport, Prof Makame Mbarawa, is expected to grace the occasion.

“We welcome all stakeholders to the meeting which would be an opportunity for them to express their challenges and successes to the government,” he stated.

Tatoa represents the interests of lorry owners and operators in Tanzania. The association works to promote the welfare of its members and improve the overall transportation and logistics industry in the country.

Recently, the road transporters requested that the government amend the Finance Act because they claim it increased their tax burden.