| 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
- Government Rescues 5,353 Street Childrenon April 3, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- THE government has rescued 5,353 children living and working on the streets across the country, Minister for Community Development, Gender, Women and Special Groups, Dr Dorothy Gwajima, said in Dodoma on Wednesday.
- Tanzania Records Strong Investment Growth in Third Quarteron April 3, 2026
[Daily News] Dar Es Saalam -- TANZANIA has continued to record remarkable progress in attracting investment, with 177 projects worth 1,122.09 million US dollars registered in the January-March quarter of the 2025/2026 financial year, expected to create more than 19,750 new jobs.
- Kudos Govt for Afcon Prepson April 3, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- TANZANIA is co-hosting the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2027 along with neighbours Kenya and Uganda.
- Tanzania's Vice President Says He Wants to Visit Zulu King to Honour His Rootsby newsdesk@scrolla.africa (Scrolla) on April 3, 2026
[Scrolla] Prince Wandile kaThathezakhe Ngobese says Tanzanian Vice President Dr Emmanuel Nchimbi told him he is Zulu and wants to visit King Misuzulu kaZwelithini. Prince Wandile shared the story after returning to South Africa from two months in Tanzania, where the two met at a Maji Maji War commemoration.
- Tanzania Claims Helm in EAC's PPP Expertise, Ranked 9th Globallyon April 3, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- TANZANIA has emerged as an East Africa regional leader in public-private partnership (PPP) expertise, ranking ninth globally in the number of Certified Public-Private Partnership Professionals (CP³P), according to the latest "Top 10 CP³P Countries Shaping Global Infrastructure" by APMG International.
- Tanzania Banks On Domestic Revenue Sectors, Controls Spending Due to Global Unreston April 3, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- TANZANIA has outlined two key measures to mitigate potential economic shocks arising from the ongoing war in the Middle East, as global oil markets face growing disruption.
- CCM Conveys Condolences to Algeria After the Death of Its Former President, Zeroualon April 3, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- THE National Executive Committee Secretary of Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) for Political Affairs and International Relations, Rabia Hamid, has conveyed the party's condolences to Algeria following the death of former President Liamine Zeroual.
- Ghana, Tanzania Progress in ICC Men's T20 World Cup Sub-Regional Africa Qualifier Bon April 2, 2026
[Ghanaian Times] The final day of the ICC Men's T20 World Cup Sub Regional Africa Qualifier B at the Achimota Cricket Ovals ended in a frustrating stalemate as persistent rainfall washed out all three scheduled fixtures.
- 'All Villages to Get Clean Water By 2030'on April 2, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- THE government is targeting to connect all 12,333 villages across the country to clean and safe water services by 2030, as part of efforts to expand access in rural areas.
- Leguna's Quest to Build Smart Citieson April 2, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- WHILE most 29-year-olds are navigating the early uncertainties of their careers, Peris Leguna is busy digitally rendering the future of Tanzanian urbanization.
- Bolt Engages Stakeholders Over Fuel Surgeon April 2, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- Bolt Tanzania has said it is actively engaging with relevant authorities and other stakeholders following a sharp 33 per cent increase in fuel prices, as the ride-hailing platform moves to assess the full impact on its operations and driver earnings.
- Embracing Parenting Imperfection - the Importance of Making Mistakeson April 2, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- THERE is no such thing as a perfect parent. If this is the first time you are hearing that, I am sorry it took so long.
- Govt Moves to Address Fuel Priceson April 2, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- THE government has stepped in to address rising fuel prices, with Prime Minister Mwigulu Nchemba saying authorities will convene a meeting to ensure the commodity remains affordable and does not escalate the cost of living.
- Presidential Candidates Suggest Ways to Enhance Harmony, Democracy, National Cohesionon April 2, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan met with the candidates who vied for the Presidential post in the 2026 General Elections to assess the political situation and national development issues.
- Experts, Lawmakers Explore Means to Transform Tanzania's Healthcare Ecosystemon April 2, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- IN an inspiring evening dedicated to transforming Tanzania's healthcare landscape, the Johari Rotana Hotel hosted a significant event titled "Advancing Tanzania's Health System Efficiency and Leadership Through Multidisciplinary Specialized Services."
- Tanzania's Economy Maintains a Strong Growth Trajectory From 5.5 to 6.0%on April 2, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- THE Prime Minister, Mwigulu Nchemba, has said that the country's economy has maintained a strong growth trajectory, expanding by 6.0 per cent in the third quarter of 2025, up from 5.5 per cent recorded during the same period in 2024.
- Tanzania Cherishes Its Natural Resources As a Key Source of National Income, Job Creationon April 2, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- TANZANIA'S natural resources and tourism sector continues to play a pivotal role in driving economic growth, job creation and national income, with tourist arrivals and earnings recording notable increases.
- PM Office Seeks Approval of 12.5tri/ - Budget for the 2026/27 Financial Yearon April 2, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- THE Office of the Prime Minister and its institutions have requested Parliament to approve a total of 12.5tri/- for the 2026/2027 financial year.
- World Bank Approves Programs to Support Skills, Jobs, and Social Protection for Three Million Tanzaniansby feedback@worldbank.org (World Bank) on April 1, 2026
[World Bank] Washington -- More than three million Tanzanians are expected to benefit from two new World Bank-supported programs in the high-need sectors of education and social protection. The new programs will equip young people with job-relevant skills and help the most vulnerable households build resilience and pursue productive livelihoods. The World […]
- Despite Progress, Why Zanzibar Women Still Struggle for Equal Voice in Leadershipon April 1, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- ON paper, the progress is undeniable. More women are stepping forward to contest leadership positions, public awareness is growing and advocacy efforts are gaining momentum.
- Building Resilience - Tanzania Steps Up Emergency Preparedness Through Medical Trainingon April 1, 2026
[Daily News] AS the world faces an increasing wave of health emergencies, from infectious disease outbreaks to climate-related disasters, Tanzania is taking decisive steps to strengthen its preparedness and response systems.
- Kagame, Tanzania Foreign Minister Discuss Bilateral Tieson April 1, 2026
[New Times] President Paul Kagame on Tuesday, March 31, received Tanzanian Minister of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation Mahamoud Thabit Kombo for a discussion on ways to deepen bilateral ties between Rwanda and its eastern neighbour.
- Digital Identity Drives Tanzania's Future Growth, Securityon April 1, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- IN an increasingly fast-paced and technology-driven world, personal identification has evolved from a basic administrative requirement into a fundamental necessity.
- Tanzania Intensifies Efforts to Combat 'Uvida' Antimicrobial Resistanceon April 1, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- THE Tanzanian government has intensified efforts to combat antimicrobial resistance (AMR), locally known as UVIDA, by urging ministries and institutions to accelerate the implementation of a joint national strategy under the One Health Approach.
- Tanzania Intensifies Efforts to Control Drug-Resistant Pathogenson April 1, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- THE Tanzanian government has intensified efforts to control drug-resistant pathogens (DR-TDs), by encouraging ministries and institutions to accelerate the implementation of a joint strategic plan under the umbrella of the One Health Approach.
- Tanzania Trumpets Its Favourable Climate, Stable Policies to Lure Mining Investorson April 1, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- THE Tanzanian government has assured global firms of a favourable climate being buoyed by stable policies and legal frameworks designed to attract both local and foreign investors.
- Tanzania Sees AI As a Key for EAC to Develop Its Agriculture, Health, and Trade Sectorson March 31, 2026
[Daily News] Kigali -- THE United Republic of Tanzania has emphasized the importance of using Artificial Intelligence (AI) as a modern tool to accelerate development and promote regional integration within the East African Community (EAC) across sectors, including Agriculture, Education, Industry, Health, and Trade.
- CAF Fixes Refereeing Mess After Final Dramaon March 30, 2026
[Daily News] Cairo -- THE Confédération Africaine de Football is set to make sweeping changes to its statutes and regulations aimed at restoring confidence in refereeing, video assistant referees (VAR) and its judicial bodies following controversies surrounding the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations Final.
- Millions Lifted As Tanzania Fund Transforms Vulnerable Communitieson March 30, 2026
[Daily News] Mwanza -- FOR many years, access to basic social services such as healthcare facilities, education infrastructure and reliable community support programmes has remained a persistent challenge for low-income communities across Tanzania. In many rural and underserved areas, limited infrastructure and economic hardship have made it difficult for […]
- Stepmother Arrested in Connection With Child Abuse Incidenton March 27, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- POLICE in Dodoma Region are holding a 23-year-old stepmother, identified as Irene Elly, a resident of Area A, Dodoma, who was seen in a viral social media video allegedly abusing a fouryear-old child.


