Urban and Water Development

As the urbanization is progressing rapidly, the deterioration of the urban environment is an issue to be addressed. Therefore, it is necessary to promote and manage appropriate development such as the improvement and strengthening of urban infrastructure and the prevention of sprawl2. Other issues include traffic congestion in Dar es Salaam.

It is projected that the population will double to 140 million by 2050, and that rapid urbanization will progress. The acceleration of urbanization is particularly marked in the capital city of Dodoma, Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar. The largest city, Dar es Salaam, is expected to have a population of 10 million by 2030.

In cities such as Dar es Salaam, although urban development master plans (MPs) have been formulated, the lack of centralization of policies has caused serious problems, including traffic congestion, underdeveloped infrastructure, expansion of informal settlements and poor sanitation such as sewerage and waste disposal.

In Zanzibar, high non-revenue water rate (63%) and low water meter coverage (12%) are identified as challenges. FYDPIII aims to increase access to safe water from 85% to 95% and improve the sanitary environment, but the implementation of sustainable urban planning, land use optimization, and urban infrastructure development are urgent issues to be addressed.