| 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
- PM Calls for Compliance With Ebola Prevention Guidelineson June 5, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- PRIME Minister Dr Mwigulu Nchemba yesterday urged the public to continue heeding advice from health experts and follow official guidelines regarding the Ebola outbreak reported in some neighbouring countries.
- Medical Pundits Link Non-Iodinated Salts to Heart Diseaseon June 5, 2026
[Daily News] Mtwara -- THE ongoing health camp in Mtwara Region has found 85 per cent of 58 people attended in three days have Hypertension Heart Disease (HHD) linking the high rate to among others consumption of non-iodinated salts from the Indian Ocean.
- Tanzania Cuts Antibiotic Use By 88pcon June 5, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- TANZANIA has reduced antibiotic consumption by 88 per cent and cut deaths associated with antimicrobial resistance (AMR) by 14 per cent, marking a significant milestone in efforts to combat one of the world's fastestgrowing public health threats.
- Expert Calls for Win-Win Public-Private Partnerships to Drive Development Vision 2050on June 5, 2026
[Daily News] DR Lutengano Mwinuka has advised that Public-Private Partnerships (PPPs) should deliver benefits to both parties involved in agreements to implement strategic development projects.
- Serengeti Boys Have Proved Grassroots Football Workson June 5, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- THE Serengeti Boys have given Tanzania a reason to believe again. Their campaign at the AFCON Under-17 finals was not built on luck or noise. It was built on discipline, preparation and courage.
- 'Tanzania Rising' Documentary Highlights Samia's Global Diplomacy and Development Driveon June 5, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- A new short documentary titled "Tanzania Rising" has showcased the growing international profile of Tanzania under President Samia Suluhu Hassan, highlighting her role in opening up the country to the world and strengthening economic diplomacy.
- Tanzania Sits Fifth After Opening Round in Mauritiuson June 5, 2026
[Daily News] Mauritius -- TANZANIA opened its campaign at the Africa Region IV Men's Team Championship with a fifth-place finish after the first round at Tamarina Golf Club in Mauritius on Thursday and will conclude tomorrow.
- Tanzania Reviews the Election Laws for Deputy Mayors in Efforts to Improve Councils' Accountabilityon June 5, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- THE Tanzanian government is reviewing laws governing the election of deputy mayors and vice council chairpersons in local government authorities in a bid to reduce internal conflicts and improve efficiency in council operations across the country.
- Cardiotan Imaging Conference Welcomes 600 Specialists for Tanzania's First Heart Transplant Procedureon June 5, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- OVER 600 cardiovascular specialists from around the world are in Dar es Salaam for the Fourth International Heart Team Africa CardioTan Imaging 2026 Conference, whose discussions focus on advancing cardiac care, including preparations for Tanzania's first heart transplant procedure.
- As Global Demand for Gold Grows, UN Mercury Head Warns Toxic Fumes Put Women in a Motherhood Dilemmaon June 5, 2026
[IPS] Samarkand, Uzbekistan -- Ask any woman miner in the Katoro goldfield in Tanzania's northern Geita region, and she will tell you that she touches toxic mercury with her bare hands when extracting gold from crushed ore.
- Tanzania Hails WFP-Backed Project for Enhancing Its Capacity in Disaster Preparednesson June 5, 2026
[Daily News] Morogoro -- THE United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) has reaffirmed its commitment to continue working closely with Tanzania to strengthen disaster management systems through improved technical capacity and modern technology for more effective humanitarian response.
- Govt Moves to Stop Yearly Election Wrangleson June 5, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- RECURRING disputes arising from the annual election of deputy mayors and deputy chairpersons could soon be addressed after Prime Minister, Dr Mwigulu Nchemba, ordered a review of the law governing the polls.
- Tanzania, Sweden Agree to Deepen Bilateral Ties in Trade, Investment, Education, Technologyon June 5, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- TANZANIA and Sweden have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations, with both countries seeking to expand cooperation in trade, investment, education, technology and sustainable development.
- Tanzanians Urged to Avoid Politicians and Activists Who Incite Unreston June 5, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- Tanzanians have been urged to ignore activists and politicians who promote violence and disrupt peace in the country, as such individuals do not have the nation's best interests at heart.
- Govt Orders Action Against Negligent Supervisors, Warns On AI Misuseon June 5, 2026
[Daily News] DODOMA: THE Tanzanian government has ordered disciplinary action against supervisors who fail to conduct performance appraisals for public servants and warned of sanctions against employees who misuse Artificial Intelligence (AI) and official government communication systems.
- Tanzania Enhances Preventive Measures and Public Education Against Ebola Outbreakon June 5, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- THE Tanzanian government has stepped up preventive measures and public education on Ebola, urging citizens to remain alert and report any suspected cases early to prevent potential spread of the disease in the country.
- No, European Union Didn't Call for Removal of Tanzania's President Hassan, Video Misrepresents Lawmaker's Remarksby info@africacheck.org (Africa Check) on June 4, 2026
[Africa Check] No, European Union didn't call for removal of Tanzania's president Hassan, video misrepresents lawmaker's remarks
- Women Turning Small Businesses Into Big Opportunitieson June 4, 2026
[Daily News] FOR many years, women operating small businesses worked quietly behind market stalls, roadside food kiosks and homebased enterprises.
- Call for Bigger Investment in Africa's Blue Economyon June 4, 2026
[Daily News] Monaco -- AFRICA must accelerate investment in its blue economy and place coastal communities at the heart of ocean conservation if it is to unlock billions of dollars in economic opportunities and millions of jobs, conservation leaders have said.
- Tanzania Attracts $1.5 Billion Industrial Investment As Bagamoyo Park Development Beginson June 4, 2026
[Daily News] BABAMOYO -- A major industrial development is set to transform Tanzania's manufacturing landscape as HWTZ, a subsidiary of China's HONGWANG Group, advances the development of a 500-hectare Comprehensive Industrial Park within the Bagamoyo Eco Marine City (BEMC) project area.
- Why Business Processes Matter for Public Institutionson June 4, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- WHEN citizens receive services promptly, investors obtain timely approvals, reports are delivered on schedule and public institutions meet their mandates efficiently, there is often an unseen factor at work: well-designed business processes.
- Building Safer Homes for Women, Childrenon June 4, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- BEHIND the figures and funding proposals contained in the 2026/27 budget estimates presented by Minister for Community Development, Gender, Women and Special Groups Dr Dorothy Gwajima lies an urgent issue, protecting women and children from violence.
- When Is a Child Ready for Their First Mobile Phone?on June 4, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- FOR many parents today, deciding when a child should own a mobile phone is not an easy choice. While phones have become an important tool for communication, learning and entertainment, concerns about online safety, distractions and inappropriate content continue to make many parents cautious.
- When Marriage Becomes a Race Against Timeon June 4, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- FOR many young adults, questions about marriage often begin long before they feel ready to settle down. Family gatherings, conversations with friends and even casual interactions with neighbours can quickly turn into discussions about when they plan to get married.
- Govt Intervention Shields Consumers As Petrol Prices Fallon June 4, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- TANZANIAN consumers have received relief this month following a drop in petrol prices, thanks to government measures aimed at cushioning the economy from the effects of escalating global fuel market disruptions caused by tensions in the Middle East.
- Tz's Handling of Economy Wins Global Backing, Clinches Twin Awardson June 4, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- TANZANIA'S prudent management of public debt has earned international recognition after the country won two prestigious awards for its performance in debt servicing and management.
- Samia, Putin Chart New Chapteron June 4, 2026
[Daily News] Moscow -- PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan and her Russian counterpart, Vladimir Putin have agreed to deepen cooperation in trade, investment, energy, education and transport, as Tanzania seeks to expand its economic partnerships with one of the world's major powers.
- Tanzania, IMF Affirm Their Strong Ties in Supporting Economic Stabilityon June 4, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- TANZANIA and the International Monetary Fund (IMF) have reaffirmed their strong cooperation in supporting economic stability and development programmes as the new IMF Resident Representative, Ms Jana Bricco, prepares to assume office in August 2026.
- Tanzania Calls for Stronger Regional Unity to Contain Ebola Outbreak in East Africaon June 4, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- TANZANIA has urged East African countries to strengthen regional cooperation and emergency preparedness in response to the ongoing ebola outbreak in parts of East and Central Africa, warning that infectious diseases continue to pose a cross-border threat that requires collective action.
- Lawmakers Raise Alarm Over Child Abuse, Moral Declineon June 3, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- MEMBERS of Parliament have called for stronger measures to address social challenges affecting families and vulnerable groups as the National Assembly approved the Ministry of Community Development, Gender, Women and Special Groups' 108.02bn/- budget estimates for the 2026/27 financial year.


