President Suluhu downsizes presidential motorcade to 4 cars to reduce fuel consumption

Tanzanian president Samia Suluhu Hassan has ordered government institutions to immediately cut fuel consumption, warning that global energy shocks and disruptions in oil supply routes continue to drive up prices and threaten stability. Speaking at State House on Wednesday she announced sweeping measures starting with her own office, including reducing the size of official convoys, directing government officials to travel together in a single bus during official trips. the president reassured citizens that the country has sufficient reserves to withstand short term shocks, and cautioned traders against unreasonable price hikes. she noted that although shipping routes are reopening and fuel prices have slightly declined, uncertainty remains