Dodoma. The Ministry of Water has received a presentation on an innovative fibre glass pipe technology designed to enhance the efficiency and durability of water supply infrastructure in Tanzania.
The presentation, held on Monday, June 23, 2025, at the Ministry’s headquarters in Mtumba, Dodoma, was conducted by representatives from Future Pipe Industries (FPI), a Dubai-based company specialising in advanced piping systems.
The session was chaired by the Acting Permanent Secretary of the ministry of Water, Abbas Muslim, and brought together key technical personnel from the ministry and delegates from FPI.
The purpose of the meeting was to explore alternative piping solutions that could eventually replace the widely used metal and plastic pipes in national water projects.
FPI’s Market Development Manager, Mr Amr Osman, elaborated on the advantages of the fibre glass pipe technology, noting its resilience in harsh environments and its compliance with international standards for transporting water, oil, and gas.
“These fibre glass pipes are engineered for longevity, require minimal maintenance, and offer logistical advantages due to their lightweight nature,” Mr Osman said.
He said they present a sustainable and cost-effective alternative, particularly suitable for large-scale infrastructure in developing regions.
In response to the presentation, Mr Muslim stated that the ministry of Water would conduct a comprehensive technical evaluation of the proposed technology to determine its suitability and cost-efficiency before considering its integration into ongoing and future water development projects.
“We appreciate the technology introduced today. However, we must carry out due diligence to assess its performance and value for money within the Tanzanian context,” he said.
Meanwhile, the ministry of Water, in collaboration with the United Nations University – Institute for Water, Environment and Health (UNU-INWEH), is also strengthening the capacity of its staff through training sessions on transboundary and integrated water resource management.
The sessions, currently taking place in Mtumba, are designed to equip ministry officials with the knowledge and skills needed to effectively participate in regional and global water governance platforms.
Tanzania is poised to become a regional coordinator for integrated water management training programmes across Africa.
This initiative is expected to contribute to the continent’s broader efforts in promoting sustainable water resource planning and cooperation, particularly on shared water bodies.
The dual engagement in technological innovation and human capacity building underscores the ministry’s commitment to ensuring the sustainable management of water resources in alignment with national development goals and global best practices.
