| 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
- 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 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.
- 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.
- Cement Prices Under Government Reviewon September 2, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- CEMENT prices are being closely monitored as the government seeks to ensure that lower production and transport costs translate into affordable prices for consumers, particularly in regions hosting major cement factories.
- 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.
- Z'bar Wins Three Tourism Awardson September 2, 2026
[Daily News] Zanzibar -- ZANZIBAR'S drive to attract more tourists and achieve its target of welcoming more than one million visitors before 2030 has received a major boost after the islands won three prestigious honours at the World Travel Awards Africa Gala Ceremony 2026, held in Zanzibar.
- Private Sector, Innovation Key to Vision 2050on September 2, 2026
[Daily News] Tanzania -- THE government has called for a shift in Tanzania's development model to place the private sector, innovation and public participation at the centre of efforts to realise Development Vision 2050.
- 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.
- Tanzania Opens Government Bond Market to All Foreign Investorson September 2, 2026
[Daba Finance] Tanzania has opened its government securities market to foreign investors from all countries, removing restrictions that limited access to investors from parts of Africa and Tanzanians living abroad. The Bank of Tanzania announced the change on August 6 as part of amendments to the country's foreign-exchange regulations.
- Leaders, Analysts Credit Constitution for Peaceful Transitionson September 1, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- TANZANIA'S Constitution has demonstrated remarkable resilience in guiding the country through sensitive leadership transitions without unrest, political leaders and analysts have said.
- Reps Committee Urges Stricter Student Loan Repaymenton September 1, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- THE Social Welfare Committee of the Zanzibar House of Representatives has urged the Higher Education Students' Loans Board (HESLB) to strengthen loan recovery measures to ensure the revolving fund remains sustainable for future generations.
- Tanzania Moves to Broaden Investment Ties With Serbia in Agriculture, Tourism, Blue Economyon September 1, 2026
[Daily News] Belgrade -- TANZANIA will continue strengthening its relations and cooperation with the Republic of Serbia, particularly in trade and investment, agriculture, tourism and the Blue Economy, President of Zanzibar and Chairman of the Revolutionary Council, Dr Hussein Ali Mwinyi, has said.
- Tanzania Hits 130pc Food Sufficiency - Tphpaon September 1, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- TANZANIA'S food production exceeded 23 million tonnes in the past financial year, as the country also expanded access to key export markets, the Tanzania Plant Health and Pesticides Authority (TPHPA) has said.
- Govt Announces Two-Month Illegal Firearms Amnestyon September 1, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- THE government has announced a two-month amnesty for people possessing firearms illegally, giving them an opportunity to voluntarily surrender the weapons without facing prosecution.
- Small-Scale Miners Contribute 40pc of Mining Revenueon September 1, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- THE government has said that over the past five years small-scale miners have contributed about 40 per cent of government revenue from mining, highlighting their growing role in the sector.
- Over 1.8 Million Children Reached in Online Safety Pushon September 1, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- MORE than 1.8 million children have been reached with education on online safety, as part of efforts to protect them from abuse, exploitation and other digital risks.
- Lindi Tourism Sites Earmarked for Developmenton September 1, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- LINDI Region is among 10 regions where new tourism attractions were identified during the 2024/25 financial year, as government works to widen the country's tourism base and boost revenue, employment and economic opportunities for communities.



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