THE KARIAKOO Market Authority In Dar Es Salaam Has Announced A Two-Month Temporary Tax Waiver For Traders Whose Shops Were Destroyed In A Recent Fire Incident. The Relief Measure Aims To Support Affected Business Owners As They Work To Recover And Resume Their Commercial Activities.
Speaking During The Launch Of The 2025 Customer Service Week, The Authority’s General Manager, Ashiraf Abdulkarim, Said The Decision Reflects The Institution’s Commitment To Stand In Solidarity With The Victims Of The Fire Tragedy.
Abdulkarim Emphasized That The Tax Relief Is Not Only A Short-Term Measure But Also Part Of Broader Efforts To Foster Resilience And Sustainability Within The Kariakoo Market — One Of Tanzania’s Most Vibrant Commercial Hubs.
He Added That The Authority Continues To Explore Long-Term Strategies To Improve Service Delivery And Enhance Safety Measures At The Market To Prevent Future Incidents.
The Fire, Which Left Many Traders Counting Losses, Sparked Nationwide Concern And Calls For Stronger Disaster Preparedness In Major Marketplaces. The New Tax Waiver Is Expected To Bring Temporary Relief And A Sense Of Hope To Hundreds Of Traders Rebuilding Their Livelihoods.