A Tanzanian government delegation, led by Dr. Kimata Malekela, recently visited Egypt to explore the country's experience in building its new administrative capital. The delegation, which represented the Tanzania Building Agency (TBA), was received by Khaled Abbas, Chairman and Managing Director of the Egyptian Administrative Capital for Urban Development (ACUD). The visit aimed to strengthen cooperation and knowledge sharing between the two countries in the field of urban development.
During their week-long visit, the Tanzanian delegation participated in a specialized workshop that covered various aspects of urban development, including urban planning, infrastructure management, electricity and energy, and information technology. The workshop provided a platform for the Egyptian side to share its experiences and expertise in building the new capital, including its infrastructure, utilities, and technology. The delegation also made field visits to key projects, power plants, and control centers to gain practical insights.
Khaled Abbas emphasized that the workshop was part of ACUD's efforts to share its experiences with African countries. He noted that Egypt's experience in building the new capital was a comprehensive one, encompassing not only the construction of a modern city but also the management of infrastructure, utilities, and digital transformation. Abbas expressed his company's willingness to support Tanzania's efforts in developing and managing its new capital, Dodoma.
The Tanzanian delegation expressed its appreciation for the Egyptian experience, particularly in the areas of urban planning, infrastructure, and technology. Dr. Malekela highlighted the importance of the visit in enabling his country to learn from Egypt's successes and challenges. He also expressed his hope for a future cooperation agreement that would facilitate the exchange of expertise, training, and knowledge transfer.
The visit is part of ACUD's efforts to expand its international cooperation and share Egyptian expertise in modern city development and management. The company has previously signed memoranda of understanding with several countries, including Zambia, Zimbabwe, Madagascar, South Korea, and China. This cooperation is expected to contribute to the development of urban areas in Tanzania and other African countries.
The Egyptian Administrative Capital for Urban Development has been working to share its expertise with other countries, particularly in Africa. The company's efforts are in line with Egypt's strategy to promote South-South cooperation and strengthen ties with African countries. The visit by the Tanzanian delegation is a testament to the growing cooperation between Egypt and Tanzania in the field of urban development.
The two countries are expected to explore further areas of cooperation in the coming period. The exchange of expertise and knowledge is expected to contribute to the development of modern cities in Tanzania and other African countries. The visit has laid the groundwork for a stronger partnership between Egypt and Tanzania in the field of urban development.
Key points
- Egypt's experience in building its new administrative capital was shared with a Tanzanian government delegation.
- The visit aimed to strengthen cooperation and knowledge sharing between Egypt and Tanzania in urban development.
- The two countries are expected to explore further areas of cooperation in the coming period.
