Dar es Salaam. According to the Tanzania Shipping Agencies Corporation (Tasac), the pressure is partly a reflection of Dar es Salaam’s economic importance. Mr Salum said much of the cargo arriving through Dar es Salaam Port was destined for the domestic market rather than neighbouring countries. Dar es Salaam is also home to Kariakoo Market, one of Tanzania’s largest commercial centres, whose traders depend heavily on imported goods. The scale of the challenge is reflected in the volume of cargo handled by Dar es Salaam Port.