Tanzania has announced plans to supply natural gas to Uganda and Kenya through a single cross-border pipeline, marking a significant step in regional energy integration.
The initiative is designed to expand access to clean energy across East Africa while deepening economic cooperation between the three nations.
This development follows Tanzania's advancement of a major liquefied natural gas (LNG) project in Lindi, valued at more than 70 trillion shillings.
The project aligns with Tanzania's broader strategy to leverage its estimated natural gas reserves for economic development beyond domestic industrial applications.
By establishing a unified export route, the government aims to reduce regional dependence on charcoal and firewood, addressing both energy security and environmental concerns.
This development follows Tanzania's advancement of a major liquefied natural gas (LNG) project in Lindi, valued at more than 70 trillion shillings.
That project has positioned the East African nation as an emerging player in the global gas market, with the new pipeline plans serving as a complementary domestic and regional distribution strategy.