Compact Projects

Within each Compact are projects chosen by the country through a rigorous, open process which are targeted at reducing poverty and stimulating economic growth.

Transport Sector Project

• Rehabilitates high-traffic roads on the mainland;
• Upgrades the airport on Mafia Island; and
• Repairs selected rural roads on Zanzibar. The Project also includes funds for road maintenance to enhance Tanzania’s capacity to maintain its road network.

Energy Sector Project

• Lays a submarine electric transmission cable from the mainland to Zanzibar;
• Constructs a small run-of-river hydropower plant on the Malagarasi River and the extension of a mini-grid system in the Kigoma region; and
• Rehabilitates the existing distribution infrastructure and a number of small distribution line extensions to unserved areas in six regions.

Water Sector Project

• Expands the capacity of the Lower Ruvu water treatment plant;
• Improves the system efficiencies of the Dar es Salaam Water and Sewerage Authority;
• Rehabilitates water intake and water treatment plants;and
• Improves the existing distribution network in the city of Morogoro.

Monitoring and Evaluation

Collects quantitative and qualitative data to evaluate the impact of compact projects.

Program Administration and Oversight

Costs include implementing unit’s administrative expenses for procurement, fiscal agents, and audit functions.