Government City Phase II Now 91 Percent Complete

The second phase of constructing Tanzania’s long-envisioned Government City in Mtumba has reached 91% completion, marking a significant milestone in the ongoing relocation of the national government to Dodoma.

Speaking at a press conference on June 11, 2025, Gerson Msigwa, the Government Chief Spokesperson, said that out of 34 buildings being developed, eight are already complete and operational—offering services directly to citizens.

“This phase represents a clear step forward in improving public service delivery and ensuring our civil servants operate in a more coordinated and professional environment,” said Msigwa.

Fully Operational Ministries and Agencies

Several government offices have already started operating from the new city. Among the buildings completed at 100% are:

In addition, strategic institutions now operational in Mtumba include:

Tanzania Police Force station
Government Procurement Services Agency (GPSA)
A new hotel run by the Dodoma City Council

Investment and Funding Progress

According to Msigwa, the Tanzanian government allocated TZS 738.95 billion for this second phase. Out of this, TZS 562.7 billion—about 75% of the budget—has already been paid to contractors and consultants.

Construction progress is visible across the area, with 16 buildings now beyond 90% completion. At least 14 ministries have started receiving office furniture and preparing for full occupancy.

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One of the landmark achievements in this phase is the completion of the National Defence Headquarters, which will accommodate the Ministry of Defence and National Service (JKT).

Local Contractors Empowered

In a deliberate effort to support local businesses, 22 ministries and institutions have finalized the tendering process, awarding contracts worth TZS 66.7 billion to domestic construction firms. This move aligns with national policies encouraging the use of local contractors and building capacity within the country’s construction industry.

Background: Dodoma as the New Capital

The shift from Dar es Salaam to Dodoma was first announced in the 1970s under the leadership of President Julius Nyerere. However, real momentum picked up during the administration of President John Magufuli, and has been continued by President Samia Suluhu Hassan.

The Government City project—sometimes referred to locally as Magufuli City—aims to consolidate all ministries and agencies in one place to improve efficiency, reduce travel costs between offices, and centralize service delivery for Tanzanians.

The Road Ahead

With just 9% of work left, the government expects the entire phase to be completed by the end of 2025. Once done, the new city will house all ministries, key agencies, and essential services under one coordinated master plan.

Many locals say they’re already feeling the benefits. “It used to take days to get help from some government offices in Dar. Now we just walk a few minutes,” said Miriam Elias, a resident of Mtumba.

The Government City is not only transforming Dodoma’s skyline—it’s redefining how public administration is done in Tanzania.