| 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
- Ukerewe Steps Up Efforts to Prevent Maternal Deaths, Improve Child Healthon September 11, 2026
[Daily News] Ukerewe -- UKEREWE District Council has adopted sustainable and measurable strategies to improve maternal and child health services and prevent avoidable maternal and neonatal deaths.
- Rising Milk Production Spurs Call for Investment in Cooling, Processingon September 11, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- TANZANIA's growing milk production faces a major challenge from inadequate cooling, storage and transportation systems, with researchers warning that poor handling causes milk to lose quality and value before reaching consumers and processors.
- Makalla Orders Arrest Over Killingson September 11, 2026
[Daily News] Arusha -- ARUSHA Regional Commissioner Amos Makalla has condemned the killing of two Maasai residents during a conflict between members of the Maasai and Daatoga communities in Kakesio and Eyasi wards, Ngorongoro District.
- Njuwasa Installs Prepaid Water Meterson September 11, 2026
[Daily News] Njombe -- NJOMBE Urban Water Supply and Sanitation Authority (NJUWASA) has started installing prepaid water meters for customers in Mji Mwema, Ramadhani and Njombe wards as part of efforts to improve revenue collection and reduce water losses.
- Leap for Primary Healthcareon September 11, 2026
[Daily News] Arusha -- THE government is moving to integrate digital systems across primary healthcare facilities to enhance real-time data sharing, streamline service delivery and automate digital payments for Community Health Workers (CHWs).
- Tanzania Plans Ai Data Centreson September 11, 2026
[Daily News] Seoul -- THE government plans to establish artificial intelligence (AI) data centres as the country prepares for wider use of the technology across key sectors of the economy, the Minister for Communication and Information Technology, Ms Angela Kairuki, has said.
- Experts Back Mandatory Electronic Paymentson September 11, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- TAX experts and economists have welcomed mandatory electronic payments for specified transactions, saying the measure will curb tax evasion, widen the tax base and accelerate Tanzania's transition towards a more transparent digital economy.
- Tanzania, Malawi Push for Bigger Investment Tieson September 11, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- TANZANIA and Malawi have been urged to move beyond growing trade volumes and turn their expanding commercial ties into joint investments, manufacturing and value-added production that can create jobs and open access to wider African markets.
- Tanzania Has Women, Peace and Security Plan, Now Communities Need to See Resultson September 11, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- It is exactly one year after Tanzania adopted its first National Action Plan on Women, Peace and Security (TNAP-WPS) for 2025-2029, marking an important milestone in the country's efforts to translate international and continental commitments on women, peace and security into a national framework. One year on, however, […]
- Kimambi Dispensary Sees Growth in Maternal Health Services After Partnership With MSFon September 11, 2026
[Daily News] Lindi -- HEALTH services at Kimambi Dispensary in Liwale District, Lindi Region, have been improved significantly since the facility began collaborating with Médecins Sans Frontières (MSF) in 2022.
- President Samia Suluhu Hassan Thanks Nation, World for Mourning Supporton September 11, 2026
[Daily News] Zanzibar -- President Samia Suluhu Hassan has expressed gratitude to Tanzanians, government leaders, diplomats, religious leaders and the international community for messages of condolence, prayers and support following the death of her husband, Hafidh Ameir Hassan.
- Tanroads Orders Road, Bridges Inspections Countrywideon September 10, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- THE Tanzania National Roads Agency (TANROADS) has directed its regional managers in all 26 regions to immediately inspect roads, bridges, culverts and other vulnerable infrastructure as part of preparations for the anticipated El Niño rains.
- Atuwa Dives Against the Tideon September 10, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- THE ocean looks calm from the surface, but 12 metres below the turquoise waters of Mnemba Island, Atuwa Omar is rebuilding a world few people ever see.
- Mzinga Urges Miners to Seek Explosives Permitson September 10, 2026
[Daily News] Mwanza -- ARTISANAL and smallscale miners have been urged to obtain permits that allow them to buy and transport explosives directly, a move aimed at cutting costs and reducing reliance on middlemen.
- Prisons Women Urged to Pursue Leadershipon September 10, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- DEPUTY Minister for Community Development, Gender, Women and Special Groups, Engineer Maryprisca Mahundi, has urged women in the Tanzania Prisons Service to strengthen their education and skills to qualify for leadership and professional opportunities in the force.
- Value Addition Set to Boost Export Earningson September 10, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- THE growing shift from raw agricultural exports to processed and value-added products could significantly increase foreign exchange earnings and create more jobs, according to the Tanzania Trade Development Authority (TanTrade).
- Iringa RC Urges JKT Graduates to Use Social Media Wiselyon September 10, 2026
[Daily News] Iringa -- IRINGA Regional Commissioner, Mr Kheri James has urged young people to use social media responsibly and exploit technology to create economic opportunities, build their skills and promote moral values in society.
- Gamondi Calls for Stronger Club - National Team Cooperationon September 10, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- TAIFA Stars Head Coach, Miguel Gamondi, has called for stronger cooperation between the national team and domestic clubs to improve player development and Tanzanian football.
- Yas Donates Maternity Supplies to Kaliua District Hospitalon September 10, 2026
[Daily News] Tabora -- Yas Tanzania has donated maternity supplies and medical equipment to Kaliua District Hospital in Tabora Region as part of its ongoing Tumaini Campaign to support maternal and child healthcare services.
- German Diplomat Backs Zanzibar's Push to Attract Global Investorson September 10, 2026
[Daily News] Zanzibar -- THE Deputy Head of Mission at the German Embassy in Tanzania, Maximilian Müller, has called on the government to create a conducive investment environment that will attract international investors and strengthen their confidence to establish businesses in Zanzibar.
- Hosting 153rd Ipu Assembly - What Tanzania Stands to Gain Now and for Years to Comeon September 10, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- From 5 to 9 October 2026, Tanzania will welcome parliamentarians from around the world for the 153rd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU). Hosted by the Parliament of the United Republic of Tanzania at the Arusha International Conference Centre (AICC), the gathering will mark an important first for the country.
- Tanzania Unveils Competitive Awards Project to Boost Diary Industryon September 10, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- The Government, in collaboration with Heifer International Tanzania and other stakeholders, has launched the Tanzania Climate-Smart Dairy Prize Competition 2026 -2028 project aimed at increasing milk production, market access and income for livestock keepers in Tanzania.
- Take Ownership of Health Systems, African Countries Toldon September 10, 2026
[Daily News] Arusha -- THE World Health Organisation (WHO) Regional Director for Africa, Professor Mohamed Janabi, has urged African countries to take greater ownership of their health systems and move from conference commitments to concrete action in financing and strengthening primary healthcare.
- Zanzibar Tourist Arrivals Jump 18 Per Centon September 10, 2026
[Daily News] Zanzibar -- ZANZIBAR recorded an 18 per cent increase in tourist arrivals in August, welcoming 124,481 visitors as Europe maintained its position as the island's largest source market.
- Rwanda, Tanzania Military Commanders Meet to Strengthen Border Securityon September 10, 2026
[New Times] Military commanders from Rwanda and Tanzania met in Nyagatare District on Wednesday, September 9, to discuss shared security concerns and strengthen cooperation along the two countries' common border.
- Tanzania Arrests 40 Burundians, a Congolese for Illegal Entry, Stayon September 10, 2026
[Daily News] Geita -- THE Geita Regional Immigration Office has arrested 41 illegal immigrants during an operation conducted in various parts of the region.
- Tanzania Orders Thorough Inspection of Roads and Bridges Heading to El Niño Rainson September 10, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- The Tanzanian government has ordered an immediate inspection of all roads and bridges across the country as preparations for the heavy El Niño rains expected in the coming period.
- Tanzania Registers 1,168,649 Candidates for Primary School Exams From Its 20,019 Schoolson September 9, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- A total of 1,168,649 candidates have registered to sit for Tanzania's Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE) in 20,019 schools across the country, with girls accounting for a larger share of candidates than boys.
- Tanzania, Algeria Explore Ways to Deepen Ties in Pharmaceutical, Medical Device Manufacturingon September 9, 2026
[Daily News] Algiers -- TANZANIA and Algeria have discussed ways to strengthen cooperation in pharmaceutical and medical device manufacturing, including investment, technology transfer and the exchange of advanced expertise in drug production.
- Malawi and Tanzania Strengthen Economic Ties At Investment and Trade Forumon September 9, 2026
[Nyasa Times] The 3rd Malawi-Tanzania Investment and Trade Forum has opened in Dar es Salaam, bringing together businesses, investors and government institutions from both countries from 7 to 9 September to explore opportunities for trade, investment and economic cooperation.



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