Arusha: The Acting US Ambassador to Tanzania, Andrew Lentz, has reaffirmed the United States' commitment to strengthening its partnership with Tanzania across key sectors. He emphasized the focus on economy, investment, tourism, health, education, conservation, and community development aimed at fostering prosperity and well-being for the people of both nations.
According to Nam News Network, Lentz spoke to journalists in Arusha during his outreach tour of the northern regions of Arusha and Kilimanjaro. He highlighted the strong historical ties between the two countries and pledged continued efforts to deepen those relations. His visit provided an opportunity to engage with American investors and their Tanzanian partners to expand and strengthen existing economic and trade ties.
On conservation, the Acting Ambassador highlighted US support to Tanzania in wildlife protection through capacity building, government partnerships, and collaborations with NGOs. He stressed the importance of developing wildlife corridors and managing human-wildlife interactions sustainably to safeguard Tanzania's natural heritage.
During his visit, Lentz toured the Kilimanjaro Christian Medical Centre (KCMC) and the Kibongoto Infectious Disease Centre, both of which have received substantial US government support through the Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). At these centres, he met Tanzanian experts conducting cutting-edge research and clinical trials, supported by the US-Tanzania partnership, advancing global health security and developing cures and vaccines for emerging diseases.
Lentz also reiterated the US government's unwavering commitment to press freedom.