| Area Total | 947,300 sq km |
| Climate | varies from tropical along coast to temperate in highlands |
| Natural Resources | hydropower, tin, phosphates, iron ore, coal, diamonds, gemstones, gold, natural gas, nickel |
| Imports | India 16.5%, China 15.8%, UAE 9.2%, Saudi Arabia 7.9%, South Africa 5.1%, Japan 4.9%, Switzerland 4.4% (2017) – consumer goods, machinery and transportation equipment, industrial raw materials, crude oil |
| Exports | India 21.8%, South Africa 17.9%, Kenya 8.8%, Switzerland 6.7%, Belgium 5.9%, Democratic Republic of the Congo 5.8%, China 4.8% (2017) – gold, coffee, cashew nuts, manufactures, cotton |
| Government | presidential republic |
| Capital | Dar es Salaam (administrative capital), Dodoma (legislative capital) |
| Population | 58,552,845 (July 2020 est.) |
| Ethnicity | mainland – African 99% (of which 95% are Bantu consisting of more than 130 tribes), other 1% (consisting of Asian, European, and Arab); Zanzibar – Arab, African, mixed Arab and African |
| Language | Kiswahili or Swahili (official), Kiunguja (name for Swahili in Zanzibar), English (official, primary language of commerce, administration, and higher education), Arabic (widely spoken in Zanzibar), many local languages |
News about Tanzania
- Tanzania President Samia's Husband Dies At 77on September 7, 2026
[Leadership] The husband of Tanzania's President Samia Suluhu Hassan, Hafidh Ameir Hassan, has died while receiving treatment at a hospital in Zanzibar.
- Chacha Urges Preservation of Cultural Traditions Nationwideon September 7, 2026
[Daily News] Mwanza -- CHAMA Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) National Executive Committee Secretary for Organisation, Mr Paul Chacha has urged the public to preserve and promote positive traditions of the country's ethnic groups, saying they are essential for building a morally upright and prosperous society.
- DC Intervenes in Iptl Housing Disputeon September 7, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- THE Kinondoni District Commissioner (DC), Mr Saad Mtambule, has intervened in a long-running dispute between Independent Power Tanzania Limited (IPTL) and residents occupying houses at Tegeta, Dar es Salaam, with both sides expected to meet at his office today to seek a peaceful solution.
- Russian Firm Targets Universities With Medical Techon September 7, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- NEUROSOFT, a Russian medical equipment manufacturer, has started talks with local universities to introduce advanced diagnostic technology through specialised training and medical research programmes.
- Government to Review 28 Laws for Vision 2050on September 7, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- THE government has identified 28 laws for review to align them with Dira 2050, with 12 earmarked for amendment in the current financial year.
- Zanzibar, Unesco Launch Parent-Child Health Toolkiton September 7, 2026
[Daily News] Zanzibar -- ZANZIBAR has launched a communication toolkit to help parents discuss reproductive health with their children, a move aimed at strengthening parenting, child protection and the wellbeing of young people.
- Ruto Sends Condolences to Samia After Husband's Deathon September 7, 2026
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- President William Ruto has sent his condolences to Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan following the death of her husband, Hafidh Ameir Hassan.
- Hafidh Ameir Hassan - Tanzanians Mourn the Death of Dr Samia's Husbandon September 7, 2026
[Daily News] VICE-President Deogratius Ndejembi has announced the death of Hafidh Ameir Hassan, husband of President Samia Suluhu Hassan.
- Samia Seals Dodoma Milestone, 37 Permanent Offices Readyon September 7, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- DODOMA'S seven-year transition from temporary government offices to a permanent administrative hub reaches a defining moment tomorrow, as President Dr Samia Suluhu Hassan launches Government City in Mtumba, completing a major phase of the capital's transformation.
- President's Husband Dieson September 7, 2026
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Tanzania is mourning the death of Hafidh Ameir Hassan, the husband of President Samia Suluhu Hassan, who died on Monday morning while receiving treatment in Zanzibar.
- What New Africa Map Means for Tanzaniaon September 7, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- THE United Nations decision to promote world maps that more accurately portray the size of continents could trigger a rethink of how geography is taught and understood in Tanzania.
- How to Prepare for Rainfall Boon With Flooding Riskon September 7, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- FOR a country thousands of kilometres away from the Pacific Ocean, Tanzania may appear to have little reason to worry about changes taking place in its tropical waters.
- Nigeria's Junior Female Yellowgreens Defeat Host Tanzania for Perfect Group Stageon September 4, 2026
[This Day] Nigeria's Junior Female YellowGreens have completed a flawless Group A campaign at the ICC U19 Women's T20 World Cup Africa Qualifier, defeating hosts Tanzania by 57 runs in their final group encounter to finish top of the standing with a maximum six points.
- Kuria Warns Kenya Will Fall Behind Uganda, Tanzania Unless It Changes Industrialisation Policyon September 4, 2026
[Capital FM] Nairobi -- Former Investments, Trade and Industry Cabinet Secretary Moses Kuria has backed the Government's decision to push Tata Chemicals Magadi out of Kenya, arguing that the country risks being overtaken by Uganda, Ethiopia, Tanzania and the Democratic Republic of Congo unless it fundamentally changes how it exploits its natural resources.
- FCC Backs Technology to Fight Counterfeitson September 4, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- FAIR Competition Commission (FCC) Acting Director General, Khadija Ngasongwa has called on manufacturers and businesses to embrace new product-authentication technology as part of efforts to protect consumers, legitimate enterprises and locally produced brands from counterfeit goods.
- Feeding Programme Covers 129 Schoolson September 4, 2026
[Daily News] Geita -- BUKOMBE District Council has expanded school feeding services to 129 schools, reaching 96 per cent of the 134 primary and secondary schools implementing school meal programmes.
- Govt Deepens Tax Reforms for Stronger Growthon September 4, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- THE government is reshaping the tax system to boost domestic revenue, improve business predictability and competitiveness, attract investment and strengthen financing for the country's long-term development ambitions under Vision 2050.
- Teachers Told to Adapt to Digital Eraon September 4, 2026
[Daily News] Arusha -- THE future of education will not be shaped by technology alone, but by teachers who understand how to use it to improve the way learners are taught, assessed and supported.
- Tanzania Ready to Welcome Africaon September 4, 2026
[Daily News] Dar Es Slaam -- ACCORDING to CAF, its inspection team is in Tanzania this week. They are moving from city to city, touring stadiums, training grounds, hotels and airports. Their presence alone tells us something important.
- Committee Commends AG, CPD for Promptly Fixing Legal Gapson September 4, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Governance, Constitution and Law has commended Attorney General Hamza Johari and Chief Parliamentary Draftsman (CPD) Onorius Njole for promptly preparing the Written Laws (Miscellaneous Amendments) (No. 2) Bill, 2026, after identifying various challenges and shortcomings in the implementation of […]
- Dar Enjoys Guardians of the Peak Premiere As It Promotes Tanzania's Major Tourism Attractionson September 4, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- A special screening of the environmental documentary Guardians of the Peak, aimed at promoting conservation of Mount Kilimanjaro and raising awareness about Tanzania's tourism attractions, has been held for students at Tambaza Secondary School in Dar es Salaam.
- PCCB Donates Medical Devices to Boost Child Health in Singidaon September 4, 2026
[Daily News] Singida -- The Prevention and Combating of Corruption Bureau (PCCB) has handed over an infant radiant warmer and a phototherapy unit to Singida Regional Referral Hospital in a bid to support the government's efforts to strengthen maternal and child health and improve the well-being of Tanzanians.
- Camara Launches Digital Centre At Public School in Nyasaon September 4, 2026
[Daily News] Camara Education Tanzania has officially launched a digital learning centre at a public owned Mkali Secondary School in Nyasa District, Ruvuma Region, as part of the implementation of the Nasoma Project, which aims to expand access to technology-enabled education in public schools across Tanzania.
- Tanzania, Ghana Geoscientists Explore Collaborationon September 4, 2026
[Daily News] Accra -- The Tanzania Geological Society (TGS) and Ghana Institution of Geoscientists (GhIG) have met and held talks to discuss potential collaboration in areas regarding geoscientist development in the two countries.
- Moi Seeks Partner for Spine Injury Centreon September 3, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- THE Muhimbili Orthopaedic Institute (MOI) is planning to establish a specialised Spine Injuries Rehabilitation Centre at Mbweni in Dar es Salaam to provide comprehensive treatment and rehabilitation services to people with spinal injuries.
- Government Maps Response to El Niño Threaton September 3, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- AS the country braces for the possibility of heavy El NiƱo rains, the government has put in place a nationwide contingency plan to help communities and institutions cope with potential floods, landslides and disease outbreaks.
- Tanzania, Germany Agree to Deepen Ties in Biodiversity Conservation Zeroing in On Serengeti, Katavi, Mahale, Selous Ecosystemson September 3, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- TANZANIA and Germany are strengthening cooperation in biodiversity conservation and sustainable management of natural resources, with key conservation projects in Serengeti, Katavi, Mahale and Selous-Nyerere ecosystems coming under review.
- Tanzania Warns Its Youth Against Excessive Consumption of Alcohol, Drug Abuseon September 3, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- The government has called on Tanzanians, particularly youth, to cut excessive alcohol consumption and avoid drug abuse, warning that the practices are contributing to mental health problems and harming families and communities.
- Driving Cadre Gets Career Development Booston September 2, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- THE driving profession is set to receive greater recognition in the public service as the government continues to improve career development, professional training, education standards and welfare for drivers.
- Relief As Tanzania Reduces Prices of Petroleum Productson September 2, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- THE Energy and Water Utilities Regulatory Authority (EWURA) has announced a reduction in the prices of petroleum products for September 2026.



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