Dar Es Salaam: Public-Private Partnership Center (PPPC) Executive Director David Kafulila says the resumption of South African Airways (SAA) flights between Tanzania and South Africa will boost growth in the tourism sector and go a long way in boosting Tanzania's economy. He says he will contribute. .
This comes nearly five years after the airline ceased operations in 2020. Strategically located as the gateway to Africa, the Tanzania-South Africa route has significant impacts on tourism, trade, infrastructure and agriculture.
Mr Kafrulla made the remarks in Dar es Salaam at a launch event for the restarted flight, which was officially restarted when the SA plane landed at Julius Nyerere International Airport in the early hours of Wednesday morning.
“The re-establishment of this service is the beginning of not only the return of our shared skies, but also the beginning of a new chapter of economic growth and regional connectivity,” said Kafrulla, adding that South African Airways' return has been resumed. He added that it means more than service. They say it will usher in a new era of collaboration and opportunity.
Kafulila said the new collaboration with South African Airways (SAA) is an important milestone that expands opportunities across key sectors.
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He emphasized that this partnership is likely to lead to increased investment in both existing and new public-private partnership (PPP) projects.
“Leveraging the strategic location and enhanced connectivity offered by SAA will accelerate the launch and development of new PPP initiatives,” Kafulila said.
He also highlighted that the completion of Terminal III will increase Tanzania's airport capacity, allowing it to accommodate more international passengers and meet the growing demand for air travel.
“This modern facility will act as a gateway not just to Tanzania but to the entire East African region. It sets the stage for connectivity, economic growth and enhanced collaboration with partners like South African Airways.” he added.
Kafulila said South Africa's rich experience in building sustainable transport infrastructure through PPPs will unlock new projects aimed at improving road, port and aviation infrastructure and will help Tanzania's economy. He said he supports change.
“Our Vision 2050 is not just about short-term gains,” he said, stressing that SAA's strategic involvement will allow Tanzania to explore new ventures.
South African Airways Director Professor John Romola has confirmed that the airline will operate seven weekly flights from Oliver R Tambo International Airport to Julius Nyerere International Airport.
South Africa's High Commissioner to Tanzania, Ms Noluthando Malepe, expressed delight at the return of SAA and noted the strong historical ties between the two countries as members of the African Union (AU) and the Southern African Development Community (SADC). .
