China and Tanzania seal a Sh25 billion tourism deal

China and Tanzania have just inked a Sh25 billion ($9.7 million) deal. The deal which was signed between the Ngorongoro Conservative Authority and the Chinese government aims to continue with the development of the Ngorongoro Lengai Geopark Project. This partnership would aid in improving the country's tourist appeal and lengthening visitors' stays.

• China and Tanzania sign a Sh25 billion ($9.7 million) deal for the Ngorongoro Lengai Geopark Project.
• The project, expected to be completed by mid-2025, includes the construction of tourism infrastructure and a geology museum.
• The collaboration aims to enhance Tanzania's tourist appeal and extend visitor stays.

According to the Tanzanian news publication, The Citizen, the Sh25 billion project was signed by the NCAA Conservation Commissioner Richard Kiiza and the acting ambassador of China to Tanzania Chu Kun.

The project's completion which is expected mid-way into 2025, also includes the construction of tourism infrastructure in Miamba (Geopark).

Joshua Mwankunda, Senior Assistant Commissioner for Conservation in charge of Cultural Heritage and Geology, disclosed that via this project, Tanzania would build a massive geology museum as well as restore the footprints of ancient humans that once inhabited the Laetoli region.

Additionally, tourist viewing platforms in Empakaai, Seneto, and Oldoinyo Lengai are in the works.

"There will be a dedicated facility for research and tourism, allowing visitors to explore the ancient footprints of Laetoli. Infrastructure will also be established to offer insightful interpretations of geological tourism resources at approximately 100 sites," the commissioner said.

He pointed out that these initiatives would contribute to improving the country's tourist appeal and lengthening visitors' stays who are interested in taking a tour.

He also thanked the president of the country, Samia Suluhu Hassan for facilitating the onboarding of Chinese investors onto the project.

Lengai Geopark Project, according to the Citizen's report is the only one of its kind on in Sub-Saharan Africa.

Source of the article: Business Insider Africa