02nd Feb 2026
Source: The Guardian
GOVERNMENT PLEDGES TO ENSURE SECURE, STABLE FUEL SUPPLY COUNTRY-WIDE
The Government has reaffirmed its commitment to maintaining a stable and competitively priced supply of petroleum products nationwide.
Speaking at a high-level meeting with local oil investors, Mr. Felchesmi Mramba, Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Energy, emphasized that the Government is collaborating closely with industry stakeholders to enhance national energy security. He noted that the Ministry will continue holding regular consultations and forums with sector players to tackle challenges related to logistics, supply-chain efficiency, and regulatory compliance.
This coordinated approach aims to build a resilient, transparent, and self-sufficient fuel sector that supports economic growth, strengthens investor confidence, and safeguards consumer interests.
Source: The Guardian
GOVERNMENT SEEKS STRATEGIC PARTNERSHIP WITH EU UNDER RESULTS-ORIENTED DIPLOMACY
The Government has strengthened its engagement with the European Union following a series of high-level consultations in Brussels, led by the Minister for Foreign Affairs and African Cooperation, Hon. Amb. Mahmoud Thabit Kombo.
During the visit, the Minister held official meetings with Ms. Kaja Kallas, Vice-President of the European Commission and EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, the European Political and Security Committee, Mr. Younous Omarjee of the European Parliament, and EU Commissioner for International Partnerships, Mr. Jozef Sikela.
These engagements underscore Tanzania’s confidence on the global stage and its pro-development foreign policy, which emphasizes national interests, results-oriented partnerships, and effective international cooperation. Central to this approach are principles of mutual respect, equality, and shared benefits. Tanzania continues to pursue win-win cooperation models that advance national development priorities while delivering value to international partners.
Source: Daily News
FRENCH INVESTORS READY TO INVEST IN TANZANIA
The French Tanzanian Chamber of Commerce (FTCC) has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with Business France in Nairobi, reinforcing FTCC’s role in supporting French companies interested in investing in Tanzania.
Through this partnership, Business France will collaborate with FTCC to provide market insights and practical guidance to French investors. At the signing ceremony in Dar es Salaam, French Ambassador to Tanzania, Ms. Anne-Sophie Avé, emphasized France’s readiness to back Tanzania’s investment drive. She highlighted that French companies also contribute positively to social development through projects in health, education, and community infrastructure.
With the MoU formalized and the Africa Forward Summit approaching, the message is clear: Tanzania has strong partnerships and growing investment potential, but decisive action and effective communication are essential to attract new investors.
03rd Feb 2026
Source: The Citizen
IRINGA DIVIDED AS TRA’S NEW 2% FOREST PRODUCE LEVY TAKES EFFECT
The Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) has introduced a new 2% levy on forest products such as timber, poles, and firewood, following amendments to the 2025/26 Finance Act. The tax, effective from January 1, 2026, requires anyone harvesting forest produce to pay 2% of the value of each consignment before transport. Upon payment, TRA issues a certificate that serves as legal proof during transit.
Reactions among farmers and traders in Iringa are mixed. Some support the measure, noting that it encourages compliance and helps formalize the sector.
A forest producer from Mufindi, Mr. Awadhi Shedafa, described the levy as affordable and beneficial, saying it promotes legal operations and boosts business confidence. TRA’s Taxpayer Education Manager, Mr. Paul Walalaze, added that the levy simplifies compliance for small-scale farmers and traders, with the certificate addressing past challenges related to documentation. TRA also clarified that the levy does not apply to large institutional, corporate, or joint venture farms, which will continue paying standard corporate taxes.
Source: The Citizen
PRIVATE SECTOR PUSHES VISION 2050 ECONOMY TARGET TO USD 1 TRILLION
The Minister from the President’s Office (Planning and Investment), Hon. Prof. Kitila Mkumbo, has highlighted the pivotal role of the private sector in revising Tanzania’s long-term economic projections under Vision 2050.
He explained that while the Government initially projected the economy to reach between USD 500 billion and USD 700 billion by 2050, consultations with private sector stakeholders encouraged a more ambitious target.
Consequently, the Government adopted a USD 1 trillion goal. Prof. Mkumbo emphasized that Tanzania values its strong partnership with the private sector in driving national development, noting that the country’s youthful population makes such collaboration essential. He added that achieving a USD 1 trillion economy will rely on deeper cooperation between the Government, public institutions, and private sector actors.
Source: Daily News
TRA TRAINS TOUR OPERATORS ON NEW DIGITAL TAX SYSTEM
Over 300 members of the Tanzania Association of Tour Operators (TATO) in the Arusha region have undergone training on the Integrated Domestic Revenue Digital System (PRI), through a capacity-building program organized by the Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA).
The training equips tourism stakeholders with the knowledge to navigate and comply with the new digital tax platform, enabling accurate processing and payment of taxes directly from their offices. According to TRA, the initiative aims to enhance transparency, improve efficiency in tax compliance, and strengthen the tourism sector’s contribution to national revenue.
TATO emphasized that full adoption of the PRI system is expected to promote fair competition in the tourism industry, foster stronger relationships between taxpayers and the tax authority, and support a more modern, accountable, and streamlined revenue collection framework.
Source: Daily News
BARRICK LAUNCHES HELICOPTER SURVEYS TO BOOST MINERAL EXPLORATION
Barrick Gold, in partnership with the Government through Twiga Minerals, has deployed a state-of-the-art helicopter to conduct advanced airborne geological surveys, aiming to enhance mineral exploration while reducing environmental impact.
The helicopter-based surveys were launched in Kahama District, with the Minister for Minerals, Hon. Anthony Mavunde, describing the initiative as a major step toward modernizing Tanzania’s mining sector and advancing scientific research through cutting-edge technology. The aerial surveys will cover key areas in Shinyanga Region, including Nzega, Gunga, Msalala, and Nyang’hwale.
Minister Mavunde commended Barrick for emphasizing research and innovation, noting that modern mineral exploration increasingly relies on science and technology to identify valuable resources efficiently and sustainably.
The initiative reflects Tanzania’s commitment to leveraging modern technology for responsible and productive mining, supporting both economic growth and environmental stewardship.
Source: The Guardian
JUDICIARY PRAISES SWIFT HANDLING OF STRATEGIC CASES
The High Court of Tanzania, Dar es Salaam Registry, has recorded a significant economic achievement after successfully processing strategic disputes valued at approximately TZS 46.1 trillion and USD 816.7 million.
Speaking during the 2026 Law Day celebrations in Dar es Salaam, Judge in Charge Hon. Salma Maghimbi revealed that the cases—covering land, taxation, banking, social security, investment, and complex contractual matters—were handled under a special accelerated hearing programme launched on October 1, 2025. By mid-December 2025, the court had resolved a total of 257 cases through this fast-track system.
Judge Maghimbi noted that the swift resolution of these high-value disputes has returned substantial liquidity to the economy, strengthened investor confidence, and safeguarded the rights of both citizens and businesses.
She emphasized that the achievement reflects how improved judicial efficiency is directly contributing to Tanzania’s economic recovery, enhancing the investment climate, and promoting social stability across the country.
04th Feb 2026
Source: Daily News
LEGAL SECTOR CRUCIAL TO ACHIEVING VISION 2050 – ATTORNEY GENERAL
The Office of the Attorney General has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring that Tanzania’s legal framework actively supports the successful implementation of Vision 2050, rather than creating barriers to its progress.
Speaking during the Law Day commemorations in Dodoma, Deputy Attorney General Samwel Maneno, representing Attorney General Hon. Hamza Johari, said the office is collaborating closely with key stakeholders to align laws, policies, plans, and national strategies with the country’s long-term development vision. He noted that reform initiatives are already underway, including professional studies and a comprehensive review of existing legislation to ensure that the legal sector effectively drives Tanzania’s future growth and development.
Chief Justice Hon. George Masaju also highlighted ongoing reforms within the Judiciary aimed at strengthening justice delivery and safeguarding fundamental rights. He stated that, alongside the updating of judicial procedures, the Judiciary has enhanced the protection of accused persons by ensuring that bail is granted in accordance with the law.
He emphasized that this reform begins at the Primary Court level, where eligible suspects now have improved access to bail, reinforcing fairness and confidence in the justice system while supporting broader national development objectives.
Source: The Citizen
MPS CALL FOR STRONG LAW TO END SELF-EVALUATION IN DEVELOPMENT PROJECTS
Members of Parliament have urged the Government to establish a strong and independent Monitoring and Evaluation (M&E) framework, cautioning that weak oversight could undermine the effective implementation of Vision 2050 and future national development plans.
During deliberations on the Long-Term Perspective Plan and the Fourth Five-Year Development Plan, Makete Member of Parliament, Mr. Festo Sanga, stressed that the absence of a dedicated M&E unit has allowed stalled projects to persist while new initiatives continue to be launched. He noted that this trend reduces the overall impact of development efforts and called for a comprehensive assessment of both ongoing and completed projects, particularly in critical sectors such as water and road infrastructure where many projects remain unfinished and deliver limited benefits to citizens.
Geita Rural Member of Parliament, Mr. Joseph Msukuma, also emphasized the importance of aligning project implementation with national priorities, including the empowerment of local contractors. He observed that despite continued commitments to support Tanzanian firms, major tenders are still largely awarded to foreign companies.
Mr. Msukuma further pointed out that delays in settling payments for international contractors often attract interest penalties, while local firms face prolonged delays in recovering outstanding dues. He stressed that achieving Vision 2050 will require allocating dedicated funds to support Tanzanian contractors, strengthen local capacity, retain capital within the country, and promote sustainable growth of the domestic economy.
05th Feb 2026
Source: The Guardian
YOUTH ENCOURAGED TO TAP INTO MINING SECTOR VALUE CHAIN OPPORTUNITIES
Young Tanzanians have been encouraged to take advantage of the vast business opportunities emerging across the country’s expanding mining sector, particularly in procurement, service delivery, and local manufacturing, an industry currently valued at nearly TZS 5 trillion.
Speaking at a press briefing in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania Mining Suppliers Association (TAMISA) Chairman, Mr. Peter Kumalilwa, noted that the ongoing growth of the mining industry has created significant avenues for citizens—especially youth—to build wealth and contribute to national economic development. He emphasized that the sector’s expansion has opened doors for local participation in supply chains that were previously dominated by foreign companies.
TAMISA Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Japhet Mussa, further revealed that the Government has allocated 125 acres of land in the Buzwagi area of Shinyanga Region for local investors to establish manufacturing industries that will produce goods required by the mining sector.
The initiative is expected to strengthen domestic production, reduce reliance on imports, and position young entrepreneurs to play a greater role in Tanzania’s industrial and economic transformation.
Source: The Guardian
EAC TRADE SHOWS RESILIENCE AS EXPORT GROWTH STRENGTHENS EXTERNAL POSITION
The East African Community (EAC) recorded a strong rebound in international merchandise trade in the third quarter of 2025, with rising exports significantly boosting the region’s external sector performance.
According to the latest EAC Quarterly Statistics Bulletin, total international trade increased by 21.9% to reach USD 40.3 billion. This growth was largely driven by a robust 32.3% surge in exports, which rose to USD 19.6 billion, while imports recorded a more moderate increase of 13.3% to USD 20.6 billion. As a result, the region’s trade deficit narrowed substantially to USD 1.0 billion, compared to USD 3.4 billion during the same period in 2024.
The strong export performance reflects improved commodity prices, increased production volumes, and expanded market access for EAC goods. These gains highlight the growing resilience of the region’s external sector despite prevailing global economic uncertainties.
The EAC Secretariat noted that it will continue prioritising trade integration and facilitation, promoting value addition, attracting investment, and implementing long-term macroeconomic stability policies to sustain economic growth across the region.
Source: The Guardian
GOVERNMENT DEVISES NEW MEASURES TO TACKLE HIGH-INTEREST LOANS
The Government has reaffirmed its commitment to curbing high-interest lending and safeguarding citizens from harmful borrowing practices.
Deputy Minister of Finance, Hon. Mshamu Ali Munde, informed the National Assembly that oversight of the financial sector is being strengthened through the Bank of Tanzania to ensure lending practices remain fair, transparent, and responsible.
He was responding to a question from Kigamboni Member of Parliament, Mr. Nyakisa Sanga, who sought clarification on the measures in place to protect salaried workers from excessive loan interest rates that place financial strain on households.
Hon. Ali Munde emphasised that the Government is determined to improve the financial environment so that citizens can access affordable and productive credit. At the same time, he noted that these efforts will continue to operate within a free market policy framework, ensuring a balanced and sustainable financial system.
Source: Daily News
DAR ES SALAAM PORT KEY TO REGIONAL ECONOMY
Ethiopian President, His Excellency Taye Selassie, has expressed strong optimism about Africa’s ongoing economic transformation, noting that major regional infrastructure corridors are increasingly becoming key drivers of growth and integration across the continent.
Speaking at the World Governments Summit (WGS) in Dubai, President Selassie highlighted the North–South Corridor, which links the Port of Dar es Salaam to the Copperbelt region, as one of Africa’s emerging success stories in improving regional connectivity and trade efficiency.
He also underscored the strategic importance of the Central Corridor, connecting the Great Lakes region to the Indian Ocean, as well as the Lamu Port–South Sudan–Ethiopia Transport Corridor (LAPSSET), which links Kenya, South Sudan, and Ethiopia. These major infrastructure networks, he noted, are vital pillars of Africa’s continental connectivity strategy.
President Selassie emphasised that such corridors represent far more than physical infrastructure, describing them as “the veins and arteries of regional cooperation” that will accelerate industrial development, facilitate trade, and strengthen economic integration across Africa.
Source: Daily News
GOVERNMENT, DAR ES SALAAM STOCK EXCHANGE TO EXPAND CAPITAL MARKET ACCESS
The Government has called for strengthened collaboration between the Ministry of Industry and Trade and the Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange (DSE) to expand business access to capital markets, in line with Tanzania’s Vision 2050 goal of becoming a USD 1 trillion economy.
The call was made by the Minister for Industry and Trade, Hon. Judith Kapinga, during a meeting in Dodoma with DSE Chief Executive Officer Mr. Peter Nalitolela, where the two institutions discussed strategies to deepen their partnership and enhance economic growth.
Hon. Kapinga emphasised that the Ministry plays a central role in driving the country’s industrial and commercial agenda, while the DSE provides crucial opportunities for local companies to raise capital and expand into broader markets. Strengthening cooperation between the two, she noted, will help businesses access the financial resources needed to scale and remain competitive.
Mr. Nalitolela affirmed that the DSE is positioned as a key partner in national development and stands ready to serve as a financial bridge for domestic firms seeking to grow and strengthen their competitiveness in both local and international markets.
06th Feb 2026
Source: Daily News
HIGH COURT JUDGE PUSHES MEDIATION TO SPEED UP JUSTICE
High Court Judge in charge of the Bukoba Sub-Registry, Hon. Immaculata Banzi, has emphasised that mediation is a vital, constitutional, and cost-effective method of resolving disputes.
Speaking during the recent commemoration of Tanzania Law Day in Bukoba Municipality, Judge Banzi noted that the Judiciary is actively promoting mediation to reduce case backlogs, expedite access to justice, and strengthen social harmony by moving beyond the traditional adversarial litigation model.
She urged residents of the Kagera Region to refrain from taking the law into their own hands and instead utilise available court services. Judge Banzi further highlighted the critical role of mediators in helping disputing parties reach amicable settlements.
She also outlined various Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) mechanisms available prior to court proceedings, including reconciliation, negotiation, mediation, arbitration, and early neutral evaluation, all aimed at enhancing efficiency and ensuring timely delivery of justice.
Source: The Guardian
ILLICIT ALCOHOL: NO ANSWERS ON ONE TRILLION REVENUE LOSSES AS PREVALENCE INTACT
The government and industry leaders are seeking solutions to the growing problem of illicit alcohol, which poses a serious public health risk and causes the state to lose an estimated TZS 1.026 trillion annually in unpaid beverage taxes. The findings are contained in a new study by Euromonitor International, commissioned by the Confederation of Tanzania Industries (CTI) and Serengeti Breweries Ltd (SBL), comparing current trends with 2017 data when illicit alcohol accounted for 55% of total consumption. The research also examines the sources and causes of the black market for alcohol.
Speaking during the presentation of the report, Deputy Minister for Industry and Trade, Hon. Dennis Londo, said the situation presents urgent challenges that require coordinated action from both the government and the private sector. He noted that losing over one trillion shillings annually weakens the government’s capacity to fund essential social services and protect public health.
Hon. Londo stressed that the study provides critical evidence to guide policy reforms and strengthen joint efforts to combat illicit trade. The research indicates that the bulk of the revenue loss, approximately TZS 709 billion, stems from illegal artisanal brews, highlighting the scale of the problem and the need for stronger enforcement and enhanced consumer protection measures.
FIN & LAW -TANZANIA WEEKLY LEGAL DIGEST – 02 to 06 February 2026
