On May 26, 2025, Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa witnessed the signing of six key cooperation agreements between Tanzania and Japan, spanning various sectors including energy, education, and healthcare.
The agreements mark a significant milestone in strengthening bilateral relations and expanding Japanese investments in Tanzania.
Notably, the energy sector featured prominently with two critical agreements signed: one between the Geothermal Development Company (TGDC) and Toshiba Energy Solutions, and another between the Tanzania Petroleum Development Corporation (TPDC) and Japan’s JCG company.
Speaking at the signing ceremony in Japan, Prime Minister Majaliwa emphasized the importance of the partnerships.
“These agreements are a testament to the growing trust and collaboration between Tanzania and Japan. We are committed to harnessing these opportunities to accelerate our country’s development, particularly in the energy sector,” he said.
The agreements will focus on advancing geothermal energy projects and building capacity in liquefied natural gas (LNG) processing technology.
Dr. Khatibu Kazungu, Deputy Permanent Secretary in charge of Electricity and Renewable Energy at Tanzania’s Ministry of Energy, who witnessed the signing on behalf of the ministry, stated, “These partnerships will enhance our technical capabilities and enable us to unlock the vast potential of our natural resources sustainably.”
Prime Minister Majaliwa also expressed gratitude to the Japanese companies involved, highlighting their continued commitment to Tanzania.
“We appreciate the willingness of these companies to invest in our country. Their involvement will not only bring advanced technology but also create job opportunities and foster skills transfer for Tanzanians,” he remarked.
The cooperation agreements also extend beyond energy. They include capacity building initiatives for Tanzanians to manage natural gas processing projects and collaborations aimed at promoting investment opportunities through the Tanzania Investment Centre (TIC), Excel Africa, and the Tanzania Investment Promotion Authority (ZIPA).
Further agreements were signed between the University of Dodoma and a Japanese firm, as well as between Benjamin Mkapa Hospital and Japan’s Tokushukai Hospital group, signaling a broad scope of collaboration across sectors.
Highlighting Tanzania’s geothermal resources, Prime Minister Majaliwa noted, “Our country has an estimated geothermal capacity of 5,000 megawatts spread across 16 regions. These agreements will help us develop these resources and contribute significantly to our national energy supply.”
The signing took place during the Osaka Expo, a prestigious world trade exhibition held every five years, offering an ideal platform for showcasing and strengthening international cooperation.
With these agreements, Tanzania and Japan set a strong foundation for sustained partnership aimed at fostering economic growth, technological advancement, and sustainable development.
