| 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
- Tz Boxing Team Confident Ahead of Commonwealth Gameson July 6, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- THE national boxing team Head Coach, Samweli Kapungu has said the team is well focused as preparations intensify for this year's Commonwealth Games in Glasgow, Scotland. The games will commence on July 23rd and conclude on August 2nd. 74 nations will host 10 core sports across four centralised venues.
- Health Officials Tasked to Eradicate Cholera By 2026/27on July 6, 2026
[Daily News] Arusha -- THE government has directed regional and council health officials to ensure the elimination of cholera outbreaks during the 2026/27 financial year as part of efforts to achieve a Zero Cholera Tanzania.
- Kiswahili Expands Global Presenceon July 6, 2026
[Daily News] Paris -- TANZANIA is positioning Kiswahili for greater global recognition, with the government using the Second International Kiswahili Conference in Paris, France to promote the language worldwide and strengthen its role in diplomacy, trade, education and technology.
- Child Upbringing Determines Nation's Future, Minister Sayson July 6, 2026
[Daily News] Tanga -- MINISTER for Community Development, Gender, Women and Special Groups, Dr Dorothy Gwajima has said nation's future depends on how children are brought up, urging parents and guardians to play a more active role in nurturing responsible and morally grounded citizens.
- Government Begins Process to Create Mwibara Councilon July 6, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- PRIME Minister Dr Mwigulu Nchemba has pledged that the government will complete the process of establishing the proposed Mwibara District Council to bring public services closer to residents and enhance service delivery.
- Six Arraigned in 273.5m/ - Hospital Fraud Caseon July 6, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- SIX public servants have been arraigned before the Singida Resident Magistrate's Court on charges of fraud, abuse of office and money laundering in connection with procurement and construction projects at Singida Regional Referral Hospital, involving alleged losses of more than 273.5m/-.
- Mwinyi Orders Reforms to Strengthen Suza Competitivenesson July 6, 2026
[Daily News] Zanzibar -- ZANZIBAR President Dr Hussein Ali Mwinyi has directed the newly appointed leadership of the State University of Zanzibar (SUZA) to implement major administrative and academic reforms aimed at transforming the institution into a competitive and high-performing university.
- Climate Change Costs Tanga 50bn/ - Annuallyon July 6, 2026
[Daily News] Tanga -- TANGA Region is losing an estimated 50bn/- annually due to the effects of climate change, with rising sea temperatures, declining fish catches and reduced seaweed production threatening the livelihoods of thousands of coastal residents.
- All of Africa Today - July 6, 2026by info@allafrica.com (allAfrica) on July 6, 2026
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- Govt Backs Cooperatives to Drive Economic Growthon July 6, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- THE government has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening the cooperative sector as a key driver of Tanzania's economic transformation, pledging to deepen reforms aimed at improving governance, expanding digital services and increasing access to affordable financing for cooperatives.
- Tanzania Hits IAEA Roadmap On 19 Key Steps for Acquisition of Nuclear Energyon July 6, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- TANZANIA has continued making significant preparations toward the adoption of nuclear energy for electricity generation, following the roadmap established by the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA). Under the IAEA framework, the country is required to implement 19 key infrastructure issues across three phases before […]
- Government Pushes Co-Ops Toward Digital Accountability, Youth Inclusionon July 6, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- THE government has called on cooperative societies to strengthen accountability, embrace digital technologies, and promote youth and women's participation as part of efforts to build a peaceful and prosperous society.
- Tanzania Has Banned Political Rallies Again - What the Government Fearson July 6, 2026
[The Conversation Africa] Public rallies were banned in Tanzania in June 2026 for the second time in a decade. The first ban was imposed by President John Magufuli in 2016. His successor, President Samia Hassan, lifted it in 2023 as part of a reform agenda. Now she has reimposed the ban. Dan Paget has spent over a decade chronicling the struggles of […]
- Border Taxes Deliver One Third Revenueon July 3, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- TAXES collected on imported goods contributed more than one-third of government tax revenue between October and April, highlighting the growing importance of border collections in financing public expenditure.
- Rotary Supports Effort to Improve Hygiene Among Schoolgirlson July 3, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- THE Rotary Club of Dar es Salaam Oysterbay has stepped up efforts to improve menstrual hygiene among schoolgirls by donating 1,728 packs of sanitary pads to female students at Don Bosco Vocational Training Centre in Dar es Salaam, helping ensure menstruation does not interrupt their education.
- BOT Prioritises Stability in Vision 2050 Strategyon July 3, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- THE Bank of Tanzania (BoT) is prioritising price stability, financial sector resilience and digital financial inclusion in its five-year strategy as it supports the country's Vision 2050 economic transformation agenda.
- Let's Harness Global Rise of Kiswahilion July 3, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- KISWAHILI is no longer simply a regional language of East Africa; it is steadily becoming a global language. Across Africa and beyond, interest in learning Kiswahili continues to grow, opening important opportunities for Tanzania and the wider Kiswahili-speaking community.
- Govt Pushes Science-Based Traditional Medicineon July 3, 2026
[Daily News] THE government has challenged scientists and health practitioners to bridge the gap between traditional and modern medicine by scientifically validating indigenous remedies before integrating them into the country's formal healthcare system.
- How Seriti Green and Hewani Energy Transform East Africa's Renewable Landscapeon July 3, 2026
[Daily News] THE global shift toward clean and renewable energy has become one of the defining priorities of the 21st century.
- Choplife Gaming Honoured With Tanzania Presidential Taxpayers' Awardon July 3, 2026
[New Times] Choplife Gaming continues to set the standard for regulatory excellence and tax compliance across Africa.
- Makonda Welcomes Tanzanians to Celebrate the Bongo Flava's 30th Anniversaryon July 2, 2026
[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- THE Minister for Information, Culture, Arts and Sports, Paul Makonda has called on Tanzanians to turn out in large numbers for the 30th anniversary celebration of Bongo Fleva, scheduled for July 10 at Mlimani City, saying the event is more than entertainment--it is an opportunity to reflect on the history of the music genre and […]
- One Person Dies, Seven Others Injured in Dynamite Explosion in Mwanzaon July 2, 2026
[Daily News] Mwanza -- ONE person has died and seven people were injured following a dynamite explosion that occurred today, July 1, 2026, at a coffee shop located in Sahwa ya Juu Street, Lwanhima Ward, Nyamagana District in Mwanza Region.
- Tanzania Lauded for High-Level Performance in Implementing the EACOP Projecton July 2, 2026
[Daily News] Handeni -- THE Minister for Energy, Deogratius Ndejembi, has commended the high-level of Tanzanian participation in the implementation of the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) project, saying it has become a catalyst for employment, skills transfer and private sector growth in the country.
- Public Confidence in Tanzania's Judicial System Is Strong, but Gaps in Access to Justice Remainon July 2, 2026
[Afrobarometer] Cost and lack of legal aid are still barriers for many.
- Tanzania, Dangote Group Explore Multi-Billion-Dollar Investment in Infrastructure, Energy, Fertiliseron June 30, 2026
[This Day] President Samia Suluhu Hassan of Tanzania has held high level talks with President and Chief Executive of Dangote Industries Limited, Aliko Dangote, on a major expansion of the Group's investments in Tanzania, with discussions focusing on transport infrastructure, fertiliser production, power generation, ports and regional trade.
- Zfda Destroys 82 Tonnes of Unfit Food Producton June 30, 2026
[Daily News] Zanzibar -- THE Zanzibar Food, Drugs and Cosmetics Agency (ZFDA) has destroyed 82 tonnes of food products deemed unfit for human consumption in a move aimed at safeguarding public health and strengthening food safety standards in the Isles.
- Udom Develops Seat Belt Monitoring Systemon June 30, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- IN a major step towards improving road safety through home-grown innovation, fourthyear students at the University of Dodoma (UDOM) have developed a smart digital system capable of detecting passengers who fail to fasten seat belts on long-distance buses and instantly alerting drivers and conductors.
- How Isles Fast-Track Land Reforms to Tackle Scarcity, Disputes and Future Growthon June 30, 2026
[Daily News] Zanzibar -- LAND has always been one of Zanzibar's most precious resources. But with a fastgrowing population, rapid urbanisation and increasing demand for housing, investment and public infrastructure, pressure on the archipelago's limited land has reached unprecedented levels.
- Tanzania Confirms Drop in Fuel Prices Tomorrow, July 1, 2026on June 30, 2026
[Daily News] Dodoma -- THE Tanzanian government has confirmed that fuel prices will officially decrease from tomorrow, July 1, 2026, providing relief to motorists, businesses and households following recent developments in the global oil market.
- No Family Left Behind As Tanzania Expands Universal Health Coverageon June 30, 2026
[Daily News] Tanzania -- ACCESS to affordable and quality healthcare remains one of the most important measures of a country's commitment to improving the lives of its people. For many families, illness is not only a health challenge but also an economic burden that can affect livelihoods, education and household stability.


