Jumaa Aweso
Jumaa Aweso is the Minister of Water in Tanzania, known for his proactive approach to addressing water supply issues in urban areas. He emphasizes the importance of efficient communication between the Dar es Salaam Water and Sewerage Authority (Dawasa) and local government leaders to ensure timely responses to water-related challenges. Aweso advocates for the swift resolution of citizen complaints and insists on the necessity of reliable access to clean water as a fundamental service for community well-being.
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Mr Aweso made the government’s position clear, declaring that it would not shy away from competition.
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Water minister Jumaa Aweso said the ministry has begun implementing the National Water Grid by preparing major projects to extract water from large lakes and rivers and distribute it through main pipelines to arid areas.
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Minister for Water Jumaa Aweso acknowledged that climate change has contributed to water shortages.
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On January 14, 2026, Water Minister Jumaa Aweso said cooperation between the governments and South Korea will strengthen sewerage services in Dar es Salaam and surrounding areas.
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Water Minister Jumaa Aweso discussed strengthening sewerage services in Dar es Salaam.
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Jumaa Aweso, the Water Minister, announced a sanitation improvement project in collaboration with South Korea.
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Water Minister Jumaa Aweso announced a $90 million sanitation improvement project in cooperation with South Korea.
Tanzania's mineral revenue soars: Sh311 billion collected in less than 100 daysTanzania· 2026-01-26
Jumaa Aweso is the Water Minister who announced a sanitation improvement project in collaboration with South Korea.
Katoro Land Dispute: Inside legislator–investor standoffTanzania· 2026-01-26
Water Minister Jumaa Aweso said cooperation between the governments and South Korea will strengthen sewerage services in Dar es Salaam.
Sewage overflow continues to plague Kariakoo tradersTanzania· 2026-01-26Mr Jumaa Aweso is the Water Minister who announced a sanitation improvement project in collaboration with South Korea.
Tanzania unveils digital platform for direct citizen–minister engagement in health sectorTanzania· 2026-01-26
Jumaa Aweso is the Water Minister discussing sanitation improvements in Dar es Salaam.
Tanzania Parliament’s second sitting opens Tuesday, five key issues expectedTanzania· 2026-01-26
Water minister Jumaa Aweso acknowledged uneven access to water during a recent inspection tour.
Why Dar water crisis persists despite significant investmentTanzania· 2025-12-24
Minister for Water Jumaa Aweso stated that the project is progressing well, with some villages expected to start receiving water before February 2026.
Tanzania mulls national water grid to end recurring shortagesTanzania· 2025-12-22Minister for Water, Jumaa Aweso, outlined the planned action to ensure residents have continuous access to clean water.
Tanzania government ramps up efforts to end water shortageTanzania· 2025-12-19Water minister Jumaa Aweso recently held a working meeting with the management of the Dar es Salaam Water and Sewerage Authority.
Revealed: Two contrasting sides of water crisis in DarTanzania· 2025-12-19
Water Minister Jumaa Aweso praised President Hassan for transforming Dar es Salaam’s water supply.
Samia promises to end Dar es Salaam’s commuting miseriesTanzania· 2025-10-22
Jumaa Aweso is the Minister for Water who has been working to expand water services in Mwanza.
Samia promises 'total transformation' for Mwanza, asks for fresh mandate to finish journeyTanzania· 2025-10-08
CCM parliamentary candidate for Pangani, Jumaa Aweso, lauded President Hassan for transforming the district’s education sector.
Samia pledges development boost in Pangani, calls for continued supportTanzania· 2025-09-29
Water Minister Jumaa Aweso promised individual meters for each unit to address billing disputes.
Magomeni Kota: From national pride to neglect in just three yearsTanzania· 2025-08-02
Jumaa Aweso is the Minister of Water who visited and inspected improvements at the Ruvu Juu water production plant.
Waziri Aweso aitaka Dawasa kufikisha maji kwa wananchiTanzania· 2025-07-10
Jumaa Aweso addressed the concerns of Mwanza residents regarding the distribution of water from Lake Victoria.
Rais Samia aonya utunzaji wa amani, azindua mradi wa majiTanzania· 2025-07-02
The Water Minister Jumaa Aweso expressed public frustration over water from Lake Victoria being channelled to other regions while Mwanza itself continued to face shortages.
Samia launches Sh71bn water project in Mwanza, calls for peaceTanzania· 2025-06-20Water Minister Jumaa Aweso said the project was implemented under the Satellite Towns Water Programme.
What President Samia told residents as Sh13bn water project transforms accessTanzania· 2025-06-19
Water minister Jumaa Aweso explained that the existing water policy, established over 20 years ago, does not align with modern technological advancements or environmental challenges.
Samia unveils new national policy with focus on water securityTanzania· 2025-03-22
Water Minister Jumaa Aweso emphasized that international cooperation in water resource management is essential to achieving the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals.
Unesco’s Sh21 billion water project to benefit millions in East AfricaTanzania· 2025-03-07
Member of Parliament for Pangani, who is also the Minister of Water, Jumaa Aweso, mentioned that one of the long-standing challenges is the poor road leading to Tanga city.
Rais Samia na mkakati wa kuifanya Tanga kuwa ufunguo wa uchumiTanzania· 2025-02-26
Mr Kombo, alongside Tanzania’s minister of Water, Jumaa Aweso, led a delegation to Hungary’s Csepel Water Treatment Project.
Tanzania and Hungary explore green energyTanzania· 2025-02-24
Jumaa Aweso is the Minister of Water who urged staff to address citizens' water issues promptly.
Aweso awataka Dawasa wasizoee matatizo ya wananchiTanzania· 2025-02-18