In a decisive move to curb fuel consumption amid an ongoing energy crisis, Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has ordered a significant reduction in government vehicle usage, slashing her official motorcade to just four cars.
The directive forms part of broader austerity measures aimed at managing rising fuel costs and ensuring responsible use of state resources.
Under the new policy, state officials have also been instructed to abandon the use of multiple official vehicles and instead commute using buses for official assignments where feasible.
The move is expected to drastically reduce fuel expenditure across government operations.
Government sources indicate that the decision is intended not only to conserve fuel but also to set an example of discipline and shared sacrifice at a time when citizens are grappling with high energy costs.
The policy has already sparked public discussion, with many observers praising it as a bold step toward accountability and efficient governance.
Authorities say additional measures could be introduced in the coming weeks as the government continues to monitor the fuel situation.
By 1960news.com
