Tanzania Tolls, Rates, and Payment Methods
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Toll Roads in Tanzania
Currently, Tanzania has one operational toll road: the Nyerere Bridge, managed through the Kigamboni Toll Plaza. This bridge connects the Kigamboni area to the rest of Dar es Salaam, providing a crucial link for commuters and transporters. The Tanzanian government plans to introduce tolls on more major roads, including the Dar es Salaam-Morogoro Road, Dar es Salaam-Chalinze Road, and Arusha-Namanga Road, to improve infrastructure and ease congestion.
For calculating tolls and fuel costs on major highways in Tanzania, refer to the Tanzania Toll Calculator.
How to pay tolls in Tanzania?
When using the Nyerere Bridge (Kigamboni Bridge) in Dar es Salaam, there are two primary methods for toll payment:-
Cash Payment: Users pay cash at toll booths upon crossing the bridge. This traditional method may experience queues during peak hours but is suitable for infrequent users.
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Bundle Subscription: Users can pay for multiple trips in advance by purchasing daily, weekly, or monthly bundles. This method is cost-effective for frequent users and reduces cash transactions.
For more information, visit the NSSF Official website[1].
Fleet companies and other transport businesses can leverage toll intelligence by integrating with the TollGuru Toll API for pre-trip calculation and post-trip reconciliation.
Which organization manages the toll plazas in Tanzania?
The Nyerere Bridge, also known as the Kigamboni Bridge, is operated by the National Social Security Fund (NSSF) of Tanzania. NSSF designed, financed, and constructed the bridge under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) model.This arrangement allows NSSF to collect toll fees for a concession period of 25 to 30 years to recover its investment. After this period, ownership will transfer to the Government of Tanzania. For more details, visit the NSSF Official website.
What are the toll rates in Tanzania?
Toll rates at the Kigamboni Toll Plaza are categorized by vehicle type.
| Vehicle Category | Toll Rates (Tsh) |
|---|---|
| Motorcycles (Bodaboda) | 300 |
| Three-Wheeled Vehicles (Bajaj) | 500 |
| Saloon Cars | 1500 |
| Pickups (up to 2 tonnes) & Station Wagons | 2000 |
| Mini-Buses (up to 15 passengers) | 3000 |
| Buses & Light Trucks | 5000 |
| Heavy Trucks | 7000 |
For a hassle-free journey, calculate tolls and fuel costs using the TollGuru Trip Calculator.
Are there future toll roads planned in Tanzania?
Yes, Tanzania plans to expand its toll road network to include major highways such as:- Dar es Salaam - Morogoro Road
- Dar es Salaam - Chalinze Road
- Arusha - Namanga Road
These toll roads aim to improve infrastructure, ease congestion, and support economic growth. These toll roads aim to improve infrastructure, ease congestion, and support economic growth. For more information please visit the NEPAD Official website[2].
