By Alfred Zacharia
Puma Energy has injected over USD 24 million into Tanzania’s energy sector, specifically targeting the development of compressed natural gas (CNG) infrastructure as part of its long-term investment strategy in the country.
The investment has gone into the construction of four state-of-the-art CNG refueling stations, three located in Dar es Salaam and one in Dodoma, marking a significant step in supporting Tanzania’s transition to cleaner and more sustainable energy solutions.
The announcement was made today (May 27) during a high-level meeting between the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy, Dr. Doto Biteko, and Puma Energy’s Global Chief Executive Officer, Mr. Mark Russell, held in the capital city of Dodoma.
Dr. Biteko commended Puma Energy for its substantial contribution to the country’s energy infrastructure and its continued commitment to empowering Tanzanians through employment and leadership opportunities.
“We appreciate Puma Energy’s efforts not only in providing clean transportation fuel but also in putting Tanzanians at the center of its operations. We encourage you to expand further by establishing more CNG stations across the country to meet the rising demand for clean energy,” said Dr. Biteko.
The Deputy Prime Minister also urged the company to explore investment opportunities in clean cooking energy, emphasizing the government’s commitment to supporting partnerships that promote energy access and environmental sustainability.
In response, Mr. Russell reiterated Puma Energy’s confidence in Tanzania’s investment climate and growth potential.
“Tanzania is a key market for us, and our $24 million investment in CNG stations reflects our belief in its future. We are looking forward to expanding our footprint in both transport and household energy, in line with the government’s clean energy vision,” said Mr. Russell.
The meeting highlights the growing collaboration between the Government of Tanzania and Puma Energy as the country positions itself as a regional leader in clean energy adoption.
With Puma’s continued investments and the government’s supportive policies, Tanzania is poised to achieve greater energy security, job creation, and environmental progress.
