Samia Suluhu Hassan has reduced the size of her official convoy and directed government officials to travel in a single bus during official trips, as part of measures to curb fuel consumption amid global shortages.
Hassan gave the directive on Wednesday during a swearing-in ceremony for government officials, saying only her core convoy — comprising her escort team, police and a backup vehicle — would henceforth accompany her on official movements.
She noted that the move was aimed at reducing fuel usage in the face of supply constraints linked to the ongoing tensions involving the United States, Israel and Iran.
“From now on, wherever I go, all officials will travel together in one bus to cut fuel consumption,” the president said.
The Tanzanian leader’s convoy has typically consisted of over 30 vehicles, including luxury SUVs and police outriders, often causing traffic disruptions.
Meanwhile, the global energy market has been affected by the blockade of the Strait of Hormuz by Iran, a key shipping route through which about one-fifth of the world’s oil and gas supplies pass.
The development has compelled several countries to adopt fuel rationing and conservation measures.
