{"id":414,"date":"2026-01-28T07:24:38","date_gmt":"2026-01-28T07:24:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/tanzaniamonitor.com\/?p=414"},"modified":"2026-01-28T07:24:38","modified_gmt":"2026-01-28T07:24:38","slug":"zanzibar-prioritises-digital-infrastructure-to-support-inclusive-growth","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/tanzaniamonitor.com\/sw\/2026\/01\/28\/zanzibar-prioritises-digital-infrastructure-to-support-inclusive-growth\/","title":{"rendered":"Zanzibar prioritises digital infrastructure to support inclusive growth"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><strong>ZANZIBAR:<\/strong> THE Revolutionary Government of Zanzibar is accelerating the roll out of digital systems to improve public service delivery, strengthen domestic revenue mobilisation and enhance economic governance, aligning with broader regional and global development priorities.<\/p>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/sw.wikipedia.org\/wiki\/Hussein_Ali_Mwinyi\">President Hussein Mwinyi<\/a> said digital transformation has become a cornerstone of Zanzibar\u2019s development strategy, citing its role in improving efficiency, transparency and accountability across public institutions.<\/p>\n<p>Speaking on Monday during a meeting with Tanzania\u2019s Union Minister for Communication and Information Technology, Angellah Kairuki, and senior officials at State House in Zanzibar, Mwinyi said modern digital infrastructure is essential for effective governance and sustainable economic growth.<\/p>\n<p>\u201cDigital systems are no longer optional. They are critical for managing public resources, delivering services and supporting long-term development,\u201d he said.<\/p>\n<p>A key priority highlighted was the planned construction of a data centre in Zanzibar to strengthen data security, improve system reliability and reduce dependence on external infrastructure. The facility is expected to support e-government services and enhance continuity in public administration.<\/p>\n<p>https:\/\/tanzaniamonitor.com\/sw\/how-tanzania-is-turning-infrastructure-into-competitive-advantage-in-east-african-region\/<\/p>\n<p>The president also underscored the need to expand high-speed internet connectivity, particularly in public institutions and underserved communities, noting that reliable access is vital for improving health, education and administrative services, as well as attracting private investment and supporting innovation.<\/p>\n<p>Kairuki said her ministry would continue to work closely with the Zanzibar government to ensure secure, reliable and high-quality communication services that meet national and international standards.<\/p>\n<p>She added that Zanzibar\u2019s digital initiatives are aligned with Tanzania\u2019s wider digital governance agenda and complement global efforts to promote e-government, domestic resource mobilisation and inclusive digital access.<\/p>\n<p>Development partners have increasingly identified digital public infrastructure as a key enabler of service delivery, fiscal sustainability and inclusive growth across Africa, areas Zanzibar is seeking to strengthen as it advances its long-term socio-economic development agenda.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>ZANZIBAR: THE Revolutionary Government of Zanzibar is accelerating the roll out of digital systems to improve public service delivery, strengthen domestic revenue mobilisation and enhance economic governance, aligning with broader regional and global development priorities. 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