IRINGA Regional Commissioner (RC) Peter Serukamba has expressed strong support for the Rural Energy Agency (REA) in its initiative to distribute 9,800 cooking gas cylinders across the region.

The project aims to promote the use of clean cooking energy, contributing to a healthier and more sustainable environment.

Serukamba made these remarks yesterday after receiving the REA project implementation report for the region, presented by Advera Mwijage, Director of Alternative Technologies and Renewable Energy.

The Regional Commissioner (RC) commended the Rural Energy Agency (REA) for its ongoing efforts to promote clean energy and highlighted the agency’s success in electrifying remote villages and hamlets.

“I applaud REA for continuing the distribution of gas cylinders to support the use of clean energy. Additionally, I commend your efforts to bring electricity to rural areas. I urge you to strengthen collaborations with various stakeholders, including large companies, to ensure these projects benefit people across the country,” Serukamba said.

In her report, Mwijage revealed that gas cylinders would be distributed across three districts: Kilolo and Mufindi in Iringa Region. The goal is to further encourage the adoption of safe and clean energy alternatives.

Mwijage also announced that Lake Gas Company would begin distributing cooking gas in the region starting in January 2025, providing residents with access to this cleaner energy source.

She further encouraged Tanzanians to take advantage of the opportunity to apply for the construction of fuel stations through REA.

The project, which will establish fuel stations with capacities ranging from 10,000 to 15,000 litres, has already received funding from the government.

“I commend the government for its continued investment in these projects, which will benefit many communities,” Mwijage said.