South Korea has shown strong support for Tanzania’s efforts to promote clean cooking energy, led by President Samia Suluhu Hassan.
This was confirmed during a meeting on March 6, 2025, in Dar es Salaam, held at the ongoing East Africa Oil and Gas Conference.
The South Korean Ambassador to Tanzania, Ahn Eunju, discussed the country's support with Tanzania's Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy, Dr. Doto Biteko.
Dr. Biteko shared that Tanzania has made great progress in helping people access clean energy, which helps prevent the harmful effects of using unsafe fuels like firewood and charcoal.
“We are working hard to change the mindset of people who use unsafe traditional energy sources,” Dr. Biteko said.
He added that the country aims for 80% of Tanzanians to use clean cooking energy by 2034, as part of a 10-year national plan.
Dr. Biteko also spoke about international efforts to make clean cooking energy affordable and accessible to more people.
He stressed the importance of cooperation between the government and private companies to achieve these goals.
“At the African Heads of State Summit, we signed agreements and secured funds to help people improve their lives through clean energy,” he explained.
He also noted that Africa aims to provide energy to 300 million people who currently lack it, especially in sub-Saharan Africa.
Ambassador Eunju confirmed that South Korea strongly supports President Samia’s clean energy plan.
“Our government supports this clean energy agenda led by President Samia Suluhu Hassan, and it is important to continue with it according to the National Energy Policy,” she said.
Ambassador Eunju also mentioned that South Korea prioritizes other areas like education, water, and community development to help Tanzania grow sustainably.