Tanzania's Dar es Salaam port is preparing to construct its twelfth berth in order to deal with the increasing amounts of cargo passing through the facility.

This development comes as the port continues to face challenges with congestion due to higher volumes of goods coming from various countries in the region.The port serves not only Tanzania but also landlocked nations like Zambia, Malawi, Burundi, Rwanda, and parts of the Democratic Republic of Congo.Many businesses depend on this important maritime hub for importing and exporting different types of cargo including containers and bulk materials.

Port officials have noted that the current eleven berths are under pressure from the rising trade activities, leading to delays for ships and higher costs for traders.The new berth will help to reduce waiting times and improve efficiency in handling cargo.

This project is part of larger efforts by the Tanzanian government to strengthen the country's transport and logistics sector as part of its economic development plans.Experts say that better port facilities will support regional trade and attract more investment to East Africa.The expansion also aims to keep Dar es Salaam competitive with other ports like Mombasa in Kenya.

Although specific costs and completion dates have not been announced yet, such projects usually involve significant work including dredging and installing modern equipment.

This move is expected to bring economic benefits by lowering business costs and boosting Tanzania's position as a key logistics centre in the region.

Overall, the construction reflects the growing trade demands across East and Central Africa and the need for improved infrastructure to support future economic growth.