AGP Executive Report

Energy & Power Infrastructure: African Energy Week 2026 spotlights grid expansion and electrification, with executives from Eskom, ZESCO and Uganda’s UETCL set to share lessons on generation, transmission and industrial power needs. Trade Finance for Industry: The AfDB approved a US$125m equity boost to ATIDI, aiming to expand trade, credit and political risk insurance to unlock intra-African trade and investment. Agribusiness & Climate Risk: Britam says it paid Sh97.3m in 2025 claims to 402,681 farmers and pastoralists across Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania using satellite-linked parametric insurance. Tanzania Coffee Competitiveness: The Tanzania Coffee Board pledged closer industry collaboration in Dodoma to raise productivity, processing and export competitiveness as global demand for traceability grows. Russia-Tanzania Economic Links: President Samia’s Moscow visit included talks on energy, logistics and education, with officials citing 20–25% trade growth in 2025—while analysts note Tanzania’s wheat dependence remains a key imbalance. Regional Export Payments Challenge: A report warns Tanzanian exporters are losing value through slow, costly payment settlement and FX spreads, even when sales are secured. Mining & Critical Minerals Watch: AuKing’s rare earth push at Tundulu (Malawi) signals continued investor interest in the region’s mineral supply chains.

Coffee Competitiveness: Tanzania Coffee Board pledged closer work with industry players to boost productivity, processing, traceability and global market access as demand rises, with the 16th Coffee Industry Stakeholders Conference held in Dodoma on June 4. Fuel Pricing Watch: EWURA set June fuel prices after Middle East tensions pushed global petroleum costs—diesel up while petrol drops—effective June 3. Trade Finance for Industry: IFC and Standard Chartered launched a $300m risk-sharing facility to expand supply-chain finance across eight African countries including Tanzania, targeting faster payments for suppliers in agriculture, healthcare and manufacturing. EAC Trade Friction: Kenya’s Finance Bill 2026 proposes removing an excise-duty exemption for EAC-origin glass bottles, a move that could hit Tanzania’s Kioo Limited and deepen non-tariff barrier concerns. Russia-Tanzania Business Push: President Samia Suluhu Hassan met Vladimir Putin in Moscow, with both sides citing growing trade and discussing cooperation in energy, logistics, healthcare and education. Uranium Deadline Pressure: Tanzania’s $1bn Mkuju River uranium project is moving toward industrial production, but financing and regulatory timing remain tight before the special mining licence expires in April 2028. Fertiliser Cost Shielding: Government is assessing rising global fertiliser prices to protect farmers while keeping supply stable, following urea price jumps from February to May. Aviation Investment: AfDB unveiled a $7bn Integrated Aviation Transformation Program to modernize Africa’s aviation sector, aiming to cut connectivity gaps and reduce reliance on foreign carriers.

Tanzania–Russia Deal Push: President Samia Suluhu Hassan met Vladimir Putin in Moscow, with both sides stressing faster trade and investment growth across energy, mining, agriculture, transport and logistics as ties mark 65 years. Agribusiness Cost Shield: Government is assessing fertiliser price surges to protect farmers while keeping supply stable, after urea prices jumped from $509/ton in February to $658 in May. Uranium Race: Tanzania’s $1bn Mkuju River uranium project is moving toward industrial production, but financing and regulatory deadlines remain tight before the special licence expires in April 2028. Trade Finance Boost: IFC and Standard Chartered launched a $300m risk-sharing facility to expand supply chain and trade finance across eight African countries including Tanzania, targeting sectors like agriculture, manufacturing and healthcare. Energy & Oil Advocacy: African Energy Chamber renewed its push for “energy addition” via more exploration and production to tackle electricity and clean cooking gaps. Local Credit Innovation: Nedbank partnered with Jumo to launch AI-powered Quick Loans, reflecting rising demand for fast, smaller short-term credit. Beekeeping Expo Bid: Tanzania was invited to host Africa’s premier beekeeping expo in 2028 and also invited as guest of honour for the 2026 edition. Maritime Value Warning: Shipping experts warn that deep seaports alone won’t secure Africa’s long-term trade value without stronger marine fleets and logistics capabilities.

Tanzania-Russia Trade Push: President Samia Suluhu Hassan met Vladimir Putin in Moscow, with both sides pointing to faster trade growth and plans to deepen cooperation in energy, mining, agriculture, infrastructure and tourism, as Tanzania prepares to lead a Tanzania–Russia business forum and take part in SPIEF. Aviation Financing for Industry: The AfDB unveiled a $7B Integrated Aviation Transformation Program to modernize fleets, upgrade airports and improve logistics—aimed at boosting connectivity and trade under AfCFTA. Fuel Cost Pressure: Ewura set new June prices: petrol down to Sh4,086/litre while diesel rises to Sh4,333/litre, keeping transport and industrial costs under strain. Banking for Local Currency: Access Bank Tanzania signed a $500m IFC deal to expand local-currency financing and reduce firms’ exposure to exchange-rate swings. Fishing Tech Innovation: Two young Tanzanian innovators developed adjustable-light fishing gear to target specific fish species, seeking support for IP and commercialization. Ebola Preparedness: Hurungwe district activated emergency Ebola readiness amid cross-border risk concerns along major transport routes. Nature as Growth Theme: World Environment Day coverage argues Tanzania should treat nature-based solutions as an economic growth frontier, not only conservation. Roads for Trade: Kenya’s Lake Victoria corridor gets a boost as construction advances on the Mbita–Sindo–Kiabuya–Sori road to improve movement of people and goods.

Climate Finance Access: Tanzania’s grassroots groups still struggle to reach GEF climate funds due to unfriendly procedures; advocates want simpler steps, Kiswahili information, and stronger district-level awareness. Blue Economy Push: Zanzibar is pitching a $11.8bn blue economy opportunity, moving from small-scale fishing and seaweed to bigger investments in ports, seafood processing, aquaculture and export value chains. Trade Finance for Value Chains: ITC and Equity Group signed an MoU to expand trade finance and support for coffee, leather and creative industries across East Africa, starting with Kenya. SME Growth Capital Gap: Tanzania Impact Investment Forum highlights a “missing middle” problem, with many young firms failing within three years mainly from financing constraints and weak systems. Dairy Expansion: TADB says its TI3P dairy project has reached 92,831 stakeholders and backed 23 milk collection centres, with more funds aimed at processing capacity. Road Connectivity for Farmers: TARURA reports RISE-funded rehabilitation of the Ludewa–Lumbiji road in Morogoro, improving year-round access for maize, beans and ginger. Energy Transition Finance: WFP launches the IGNITE Challenge Tanzania 1.0 to fund water-smart food production and nutritious complementary foods for children. Diplomacy & Investment: President Samia Suluhu departs for Russia to deepen trade and investment ties as Tanzania advances Vision 2050.

Food Systems Innovation: WFP and StartHub Africa launched the IGNITE Challenge Tanzania 1.0, offering up to $40,000 (about Sh104m) for pilots on water-smart farming and nutritious complementary foods for children. Dairy Value Chain Finance: Tanzania Agricultural Development Bank disbursed over Sh42bn under the TI3P Dairy project, reaching 92,831 farmers and setting up 23 milk collection centres. SME Survival & Financing: A Tanzania Impact Investment Forum warned that 60–70% of new businesses fail within three years, blaming the “missing middle” gap and weak scale-up financing. Budget Push: The Finance Ministry asked Parliament to approve TSh 21.3tn for 2026/27, including TSh 19.4tn recurrent and TSh 1.8tn development spending, plus monthly debt payments to contractors and suppliers. Trade & Sector Support: ITC and Equity Group signed an MoU to unlock finance and trade expertise for coffee, leather and creative firms across East Africa, starting with Kenya. Energy Access & Policy: Experts urged stronger national steering and coordination to improve the impact of green investments. Clean Cooking Revolution: Tanzania’s clean cooking push highlights electric pressure cookers as a faster, healthier alternative to charcoal and firewood. Diplomacy & Investment Signals: President Samia Suluhu departed for Russia for a state visit aimed at boosting trade and investment ties. Logistics Pressure: UNICEF warned Middle East conflict is disrupting shipping routes, raising costs and delaying aid deliveries, including to Ebola response operations affecting ports like Mombasa and Dar es Salaam.

Child Safety & Telecom: Tanzania is considering “Child SIM” cards to filter harmful online content, after Parliament heard that 67% of children aged 12–17 use smartphones and some have faced online violence. Land & Compensation Fallout: Residents in Lindi/Mtwara say the Nyengedi fish project stalled after land was taken, with compensation disputes leaving some people unpaid and unable to use their land. Digital Asset Finance: Dar es Salaam reports growing use of tech-driven instalment plans for smartphones, motorcycles, vehicles and household equipment, expanding access for informal workers and young buyers. Investment Reforms for Vision 2050: At the Tanzania Investment Summit 2026, officials said the country is shifting from policy talk to execution, aiming to mobilise private capital to reach a $1 trillion economy by 2050. Critical Minerals: Tanzania formalised a 16% state stake in the Lindi Jumbo graphite mine via a joint venture, securing long-term production and jobs. Energy Reliability Costs: An AfDB report says 38.7% of firms in Tanzania own or share generators due to power outages, raising operating costs and weakening competitiveness. Pharma Manufacturing Push: Tanzania says global firms are increasingly interested in pharmaceutical production, citing Mloganzila’s industrial zone and improved facilitation for investors. EAC Film & Creative Industries: ZIFF 2026 in Zanzibar (June 24–27) will feature 13 Kenyan works, including films and series, under the theme “AI and the Art of Storytelling.”

Pharma Investment Push: Tanzania says global firms are increasingly eyeing pharmaceutical manufacturing, with implementation starting at the Mloganzila pharmaceutical park as investors benefit from industrial-zone infrastructure, EAC/SADC market access, and faster entry procedures. Vision 2050 Execution: Government has approved key frameworks to start implementing Vision 2050 on July 1, including planning, project approval, monitoring and evaluation, and a 5-year communication strategy—aimed at turning priority projects into financing and delivery. Energy Jobs & Youth: EACOP and TotalEnergies hosted the 4th Youth in the Energy Sector Students’ Conference in Arusha, reporting EACOP construction above 81% and highlighting skills and jobs for young Tanzanians as the pipeline nears completion. Clean Cooking Funding: In Dodoma, the Deputy Minister for Energy urged women and youth to seize clean cooking opportunities, announcing 10bn/- for research and innovation in 2026/27 and subsidies for young entrepreneurs and women. Critical Minerals Governance: Tanzania acquired a 16% non-dilutable free carried interest in the Lindi Jumbo Graphite Project via Ndovu Graphite Limited, strengthening state participation as graphite demand rises for EV batteries. Transport & Safety: Two people died in Lavushimanda after a Scania truck lost control and hit a cyclist while carrying medicines to Lusaka—driver detained for court. Food Buffer Move (Global Context): Separate reporting on onion buffer-stock pricing highlights how governments use procurement price hikes to protect farmers and stabilize retail prices.

Fuel Supply Shock Management: Tanzania’s region is watching Namibia’s emergency fuel deal as Modestus Amutse says Vitol will supply the country for three months (July–Sept 2026) to prevent a “cost emergency” from Middle East-linked price spikes. Oil & Gas Services Expansion: The Initiates Plc boosted its Ugandan footprint by buying an extra 20% stake in The Initiates Uganda, taking ownership to 55% and turning it into a full subsidiary, funded from internal cash. Mining Investment Signal: Falcone Mining LLC announced a 25-year mining joint venture in Tanzania for large-scale gold and rare earth development, with 70% operating control and exclusive international offtake rights. Industrial & Export Push: Bagamoyo Eco Maritime City is set to host a Sinovest textile manufacturing drive, with 15 factories planned and initial job creation targeted at 1,000, aiming exports to Europe and the US. Agribusiness Market Access: Tanzania’s dairy sector is moving toward formal markets, with partnerships reaching 1.3 million households and improving milk handling and services ahead of National Milk Week 2026. Tourism Operations Upgrade: TANAPA rolled out redesigned entry permits across national parks to improve visitor services, security checks, and fraud reduction. Electricity Access Tracking: AfDB launched Mission 300’s Progress Tracker, showing real-time electricity connections and project status across Africa.

Dairy Market Push: Tanzania’s smallholder dairy farmers are moving into formal markets, with improved milk handling and services helping more households access reliable buyers ahead of National Milk Week 2026. Agri-Inputs & Value Chains: The Ministry of Industry and Trade ordered Tanzania Biotech Products Limited (TBPL) to scale up organic fertiliser production and tighten marketing, aiming to strengthen farmer supply and cut import pressure. Industrialisation in Bagamoyo: Sinovest Industry Investment Limited is set to start operations in Bagamoyo in June, building a large export-focused textile value chain that could create 1,000 jobs initially and up to 5,000 later. Fuel & Industry Lobby: TAOMAC elected new leadership as Tanzania’s oil marketing sector faces supply chain pressures and regulatory demands. Waste-to-Wealth Innovation: Arusha science students launched “Cyclo,” a digital marketplace and smart waste management system linking waste producers, collectors and recyclers. Power Reliability Watch: An AfDB report flags how electricity outages hurt business growth, with Tanzania among countries still relying heavily on generators. Ebola Scrutiny: Coverage warns the eastern DRC Ebola crisis may be broader and harder to contain, with spillovers and fragile health systems complicating response. Media & Accountability: EJAT 2025 highlighted journalism’s role in democracy and public interest as digital change reshapes the sector.

Energy & Transport Costs: Economists say Tanzania’s fuel prices may not fall even as global crude drops to about $87.3/bbl, because pump prices also depend on transport, insurance, taxes and other charges. Local Governance & Water Infrastructure: PM Mwigulu Nchemba inspected a Sh28bn Manyoni Town water project in Singida, now 80% complete and set to boost supply to 6.48m litres/day by Aug 10, 2026. Industry Policy & Trade Facilitation: Industry and Trade Minister Judith Kapinga ordered TBS to work with TRA to fix import permit delays linked to integrating TANeSW with TBS’s Online Application System. Agribusiness & Rural Finance: In Geita, cooperatives are expanding input access and market linkages for cotton, tobacco and food crops, with 629 societies and over 50,000 registered members. Dairy Value Chain: Heifer Tanzania was highlighted at National Milk Week in Iringa as a model for boosting milk production, processing and marketing while empowering women and youth. Investment Pipeline: Tanzania identified 60+ investment projects worth $2.85bn for the Arusha International Investment Conference starting 1 June, spanning tourism, fisheries, blue economy and infrastructure. Energy Transition Debate: A new IEA report flags rising global coal investment even as renewables grow, raising questions for Tanzania’s coal planning and energy security. Business Leadership Loss: Former MCL board chairman Leonard Mususa has died at 72, marking a blow to Tanzania’s corporate governance and finance community.

Trade Facilitation: Tanzania’s Industry and Trade Minister Judith Kapinga directed the Tanzania Bureau of Standards (TBS) to work with the Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) to fix challenges in the integrated import permit systems after TANeSW and TBS’s Online Application System (OAS) caused clearance disruptions for some consignments. Digital Connectivity & Regional Integration: East African communications regulators met in Dar es Salaam to advance a harmonised, affordable mobile roaming framework aimed at cutting cross-border costs and improving service delivery for the EAC digital economy. Environment & Enforcement: Prime Minister Mwigulu Nchemba launched the Tanzania Online Continuous Emission Monitoring System (TOCEMS) to strengthen NEMC’s fight against pollution and improve enforcement against offenders. Energy Policy & Investment Climate: A new energy policy push in the region targets full cost recovery by 2028, opening space for greater private investment while shifting subsidies toward targeted support. Skills for Industry: A CBE career fair saw Deputy Minister Dennis Londo urge students to build practical, future-ready skills tied to innovation and industrial growth. Clean Energy Financing Gap: Investors are eyeing East Africa’s clean energy, but startups say financing access remains a major bottleneck to scaling solutions. Transport & Logistics: Airlink announced a new non-stop Cape Town–Zanzibar route from 3 October, adding weekly cargo capacity to speed movement of perishable and industrial supplies. Agriculture & Trade Resilience: Tanzania and Brazil partnered to tackle cotton child labour, while Zimbabwe and Tanzania moved to deepen tobacco-sector cooperation amid falling global prices. Public Health: Arusha launched a free four-day mass dog vaccination drive to eliminate rabies, targeting at least 70% coverage.

EAC Telecom Integration: East African communications regulators met in Dar es Salaam to push a harmonised regional mobile roaming framework, targeting lower cross-border call and data costs, stronger consumer protection, and smoother compliance across member states. Digital Environment Monitoring: Tanzania’s Prime Minister launched TOCEMS, a new digital continuous emission monitoring system by NEMC, to tighten enforcement against pollution and strengthen environmental governance. Fintech Expansion: Tanzanian fintech NALA secured $50m credit financing to scale cross-border payments and product development, with a first $25m tranche and an option to grow. Urban Redevelopment Drive: Tanzania is seeking investors for major redevelopment in Dar’s Msasani and Sinza under the Land Re-adjustment Programme, with Sh210.26bn budgeted for 2026/27. Agriculture & Labour: Tanzania and Brazil partnered with ILO support to tackle cotton child labour by improving protections and safer farm work conditions. Public Health Shock: DRC’s new Ebola outbreak (Bundibugyo strain) is worsening amid conflict and mobility around gold mining areas, with Uganda tightening borders and surveillance.

Helium & critical minerals: Noble Helium outlined its Tanzania “green helium” exploration plan, with a near-term drill campaign built around two firm wells and optional follow-ups, aiming to secure gas on logs plus samples for potential certification. Urban development & land: Tanzania is seeking investors for major redevelopment in Dar’s Msasani and Sinza under the Land Re-adjustment Programme, with Sh210.26bn in the 2026/27 budget and work already starting in Makangira-Msasani. Transport digitisation: At the Bolt Tanzania Mobility Dialogue, officials said digital transport platforms are reshaping mobility and oversight, alongside infrastructure upgrades like roads and the SGR. Water PPP debate: A new discussion piece argues Tanzania’s water crisis is structural and questions where funding would come from if PPPs are rejected outright. Agriculture inputs: Dodoma launched the National Seed Sector Development Plan (2026–2030) to boost local seed production, curb counterfeit imports, and push drought- and disease-tolerant varieties. Lake Victoria jobs: Tanzania disbursed Sh1.3bn to over 40 youths for cage fish farming in Musoma, targeting 120 tonnes in seven months. Critical minerals push: Tanzania signed graphite JV agreements with Lindi Jumbo for Ndovu Graphite Limited, targeting ~40,000 tonnes annually for about 24 years.

Transport & Trade Facilitation: Tanzania and Kenya’s non-tariff barrier push hit a snag as an EACJ interim order told TRA to stop a Sh400/kg excise levy on Kenyan safety matches, but border enforcement reportedly continued. Climate Resilience & Infrastructure: Tanzania plans more than nine dams along the SGR corridor to curb recurring floods, starting in Morogoro, Mpwapwa and Dodoma. Road Delivery Accountability: Kahama’s road and drainage works under the TACTIC project will not get time extensions for the contractor, with officials stressing value for money and timelines. Agri-Finance & Jobs: Lake Victoria cage fish farming gets a boost as Tanzania disburses over Sh1.3bn to 40+ youths in Musoma for soft-loan setups targeting 120 tonnes in seven months. Seeds & Farm Productivity: Dodoma launched the National Seed Sector Development Plan (2026–2030) to expand local seed production, improve quality control, and curb counterfeit seeds. Energy for Transport: Government plans 10 new CNG stations (including Dar es Salaam, Mtwara and Morogoro) and more mobile CNG units to expand cheaper mobility fuel options. Critical Minerals: Lindi Jumbo and Tanzania sign a graphite JV via Ndovu Graphite Limited, targeting about 40,000 tonnes annually for decades. Skills & Training Access: NACTVET opened admissions for certificate and diploma programmes for 2026/27, with applications running to July 10.

Digital Finance & Trade: Vodacom M-Pesa Tanzania has partnered with PayPal to let eligible users deposit to and withdraw from PayPal wallets via the M-Pesa Super App, easing cross-border payments for Tanzanian gig workers and entrepreneurs. Macroeconomy: The AfDB projects Tanzania’s growth at 5.4% in 2026 (6.1% in 2027), citing Middle East-driven energy and import cost pressures, while the BoT points to around 6% growth in 2026. Financial Inclusion: The BoT says rising internet access, smartphone use, and mobile money expansion are strengthening financial inclusion and system stability, with mobile coverage at 98.6% in 2025. Rail Safety & Logistics: Tanzania Railways Corporation rolled out modified Ford Ranger Hi-Rail inspection units with laser technology to detect SGR track faults and improve rapid response along the Dar–Dodoma line. Energy & Industry: NEMC is starting a nine-month feasibility study in Dar es Salaam, Dodoma and Mwanza to assess converting waste into energy, including whether waste collection can reliably feed projects. Healthcare Supply Chain: Dawa Mkononi launched Dawa Kwanza, financing over Sh1bn in medicine stock for pharmacies and clinics through a 28-day repayment model backed by Vodacom and NCBA Bank. Agribusiness & Food Systems: Dodoma grape farmers are being urged to scale production for industrial markets, as Tanzania pushes broader industrial growth and value chains. Mining & Investment Signals: Standard Chartered Bank Tanzania’s CEO Herman Kasekende stepped down, with Geoffrey Mchangila taking over, as the bank continues focusing on SME financing and regional partnerships. Public Health & Borders: DR Congo’s Ebola response is disrupting cross-border trade in Goma, with border closures with Rwanda hitting small vendors and transport activity.