Mchuchuma in south western

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near

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off the northern tip of

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, is the site of major coal deposits. There is also a thermal power station costing$612m. Recent studies indicate that Mchuchuma/ Ketewaka coal deposits should be connected to the coast by rail to facilitate exports. The railway that will be built will be part of the

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project.

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Geography of Tanzania {{Tanzania-geo-stub

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