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Villagers in Namtumbo tasked to venture into forestry value chains

Villagers in Namtumbo tasked to venture into forestry value chains 26 Villagers in Namtumbo tasked to venture into forestry value chains ​​​​​​​TANZANIAN Community Forest Conservation Network (MJUMITA) has challenged Namtumbo villagers in Ruvuma region to form small groups and establish beekeeping project in their respective villages to generate income and preserve nature. MJUMITA Coordinator for Sothern Zone, Benedict Minja speaking to the villagers during capacity building meeting. Photo: Correspondent Gerald Kitabu The community network said that the villagers can do so if they will participate fully in the forestry and value chains development programme (FORVAC). Speaking at a meeting on forest governance with Kilangalanga villagers in Namtumbo District, Ruvma Region recently, MJUMITA’s Coordinator for Sothern Zone, Benedict Minja said the beekeeping projects will supplement agriculture, sustain livelihood and provide food security.

New hope as Songea Airport fixed, handles bigger planes

New hope as Songea Airport fixed, handles bigger planes 02 New hope as Songea Airport fixed, handles bigger planes ​​​​​​​THE refurbishment of Songea airport in Ruvuma Region which includes expansion of the runway has brought new hope to people in the southern part of the country, as the facility is now able to handle bigger planes as compared to the past. Operated by Tanzania Airports Authority (TAA), the facility is located seven kilometers west of Songea Municipality and now has the capacity to handle six “Bombardier’ types of planes at one time. Songea Airport Manager, Jordan Mchami said rehabilitation of the airport includes expansion of the runway from the current 1,625mt to 1,740mt to enable it handles big planes. He said previously the airport was able to handle small planes carrying not more than 13 passengers.

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