On 19 June 2025, President Samia Suluhu Hassan inaugurated the Kigongo–Busisi Bridge, officially the John Pombe Magufuli Bridge, now the longest in East Africa. 2 kilometers across Lake Victoria. The new bridge spans Lake Victoria, connects Tanzania with regional markets, and marks a milestone for national infrastructure and trade. This was confirmed by DU Xiaohui, China's Director-General, Department of African Affairs, Ministry of Foreign Affairs. The bridge reduces travel time across the lake from two hours to. Mwanza, Tanzania — Tanzania has completed construction of the John Magufuli Bridge, a monumental $260 million project that now stands as East Africa's longest bridge, stretching 3.