Author: Padili Mikomangwa

The vibrant culture in Africa’s beverages industry is evolving at pace. On the one hand, this culture offers a broader selection of drinks that cater to new shopping behaviours. Conversely, Africa’s beverage industry culture opens up exciting opportunities for local producers and beverage entrepreneurs. At the same time, multinational beverage companies are looking to tap into this diverse marketplace.…

Contrary to her predecessor, President Samia’s pro-business approach has yielded impactful results, paving the way to a prosperous investment journey for Tanzania. President Samia’s administration spent the first year and ten months dealing with various drawbacks that hurt the nation’s ability to market its investment potential to the world.

The government of Tanzania has done away with an unfriendly taxation system, complexity in issuing work permits to foreigners, and trade setbacks. Consequently, Tanzania’s pro-investment approach caught international economic analysts’ attention, including global credit rating, research and data, and Moody’s.…

When the first-ever, state-of-the-art tourism documentary featuring Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan and narrated by Peter Greenberg, the world’s best travel journalist, and award-winning investigative reporter, “The Royal Tour,” premiered in the US, it was only a matter of time before tourist numbers soared in Tanzania.
Whether it is the most beautiful places to visit in Tanzania or exotic landscapes found nowhere else, Tanzania offers one of the most unique tourism experiences in Africa and the world.…

Across East Africa’s vibrant economic landscape, Kenya and Tanzania hold a prominent position as both trading partners but also nations engaging in a fierce economic rivalry. Collectively, the two countries collaborate in business, yet never-ending feuds often erupt into disruptions that hurt cross-border trade. Overall, their trade wars slow regional integration while limiting the nations’ ability to exploit the full potential of the East Africa Community (EAC) market.…

• Vehicle maker Mahindra has agreed in principle to set up a tractor assembly plant in Tanzania to assemble 2,000 tractors annually.
• Across Tanzania, the demand for mechanization of on-farm activities is steadily increasing.
• In her India tour, President Samia Suluhu entered into a deal enabling Tanzanian farmers to sell 200,000 tonnes of pigeon peas annually to the country.

The Tanzania manufacturing industry is poised to welcome an additional player in the tractor manufacturing sector, courtesy of Mahindra India. Tractors are fast becoming a common sight in Tanzania, and the current administration is committed to turning this into a reality.

Over the past few decades, agriculture has evolved into a fundamental source of economic growth in Tanzania. Concurrently, the demand for mechanization of on-farm activities is steadily increasing. Consequently, the manufacturing industry finds itself at the heart of processing local agricultural products.

In line with this, the government is intensifying its …

The mining industry in Tanzania holds a unique position as one of the most financially rewarding sectors, consistently generating foreign currency. Beyond its economic significance, this sector also wields considerable political influence within the nation. Therefore, a recent multi-million-dollar agreement forged with Australia and the US for the extraction and processing of critical minerals positions Tanzania advantageously as it prepares to participate in the forthcoming Critical Minerals Summit 2023.…

• Tanzania seeks to amass an abundance of energy and engage in energy trade with neighboring countries.
• However, the absence of sustainable access to energy services and products continues to impact the trajectory of economic growth. Tanzania aims to achieve a power generation capacity of 5,810MW by 2025.
• Tanzania boasts abundant energy sources, including renewable options and substantial reserves of fossil fuels like natural gas.

Energy holds a position of paramount importance in Tanzania’s pursuit of prosperity, akin to the significance of gold in wealth accumulation. Presently, Tanzania is confronted with a formidable appetite for power to fuel its burgeoning industrial ambitions.

The nation not only aspires to amass an abundance of energy but also seeks to engage in energy trade with its neighboring countries. While this vision remains attainable, the path forward necessitates a careful examination of costs and a well-crafted strategy.

It is undeniable that issues related to energy …

• Africa’s vast natural gas and oil reserves present significant untapped potential for economic growth.
• However, the continent faces challenges in fully harnessing its energy resources and transitioning to cleaner sources.
• The upcoming Tanzania Energy Congress serves as a critical platform for discussions and collaborations shaping the region’s energy future.

Energy in Africa presents both untapped potential and significant challenges hindering growth. The continent possesses vast natural gas and oil reserves, offering opportunities for economic advancement.

However, the current energy mix relies heavily on fossil fuels, demanding substantial investments in capital and technology, which Africa requires urgently.

Despite its resource wealth, Africa has struggled to fully harness its oil and gas potential, especially in the face of global shifts towards cleaner energy sources. Partnerships within the industry have historically fallen short, but lessons from past agreements can guide more productive collaborations.

Africa has the potential to emulate successful partnerships, such as …

• Africa’s energy sector is at a crossroads but it has the chance to lead the global shift to sustainable power.
• Africa is forging a cleaner, brighter future through renewables, innovation, community engagement, and resilience.
• For Africa, collaborations with global partners can light the way past the current sustainable energy financial hurdles.

Africa, known for its diverse landscapes and rich cultural mix, is now emerging as a key player in the global transition to sustainable energy sources.

As the world grapples with the challenges of climate change and seeks to reduce its reliance on fossil fuels, the African continent finds itself at a critical juncture in its energy journey.

With abundant renewable resources, innovative technologies, and a growing commitment to sustainable development, Africa is poised to lead the way in the global shift towards clean and green energy.

Africa boasts an abundance of renewable energy resources, including ample sunshine, strong winds, …

• Over 283 million Africans experience hunger daily, and millions suffer from malnutrition, a crisis that demands attention
• Tanzania’s Samia Suluhu urges African leaders to prioritize the agriculture sector and align it with the 2014 Malabo Declaration.
• Kenya’s William Ruto says the adoption of technology, including online distribution of fertilizer, is transforming agriculture.

Africa faces a pivotal moment where challenges looming on its doorstep can be transformed into opportunities to revamp and reshape its agriculture policies and strategies.

President Samia Suluhu Hassan emphasized this during the Africa Food Systems Summit 2023, held in Dar es Salaam from September 5-8.

Dr Samia urged African leaders to prioritize the agriculture sector, aligning their goals with current economic needs and the Malabo Declaration 2014, which calls for increased agriculture budgets and inclusive growth.

Over 283 million Africans experience hunger daily, and millions suffer from malnutrition, a crisis that demands attention. President Samia implored fellow …