The Tanzania Trade Development Authority (TanTrade) has officially invited local and international investors to express interest in redeveloping the Mwalimu Julius K. Nyerere Trade Fair Grounds in Dar es Salaam into a modern trade and exhibition hub under a Public-Private Partnership (PPP) arrangement.
The project, to be implemented through a Design-Build-Finance-Operate-Maintain-Transfer (DBFOMT) model, aims to transform the 55.39-acre site along Kilwa Road into a state-of-the-art centre for exhibitions, conferences, and commercial activities.
TanTrade envisions that the facility will begin operations by 2027, positioning Tanzania to take advantage of the increased business and tourism activities expected during the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which the country will co-host that year.
Once redeveloped, the grounds will host a wide range of facilities including exhibition halls, convention and conference centres, office spaces, recreational zones, restaurants, and other supporting infrastructure.
“This project represents a key milestone in our efforts to promote Tanzania as a leading destination for trade and investment in Africa,” TanTrade said in its announcement.
Located within strategic proximity to major transport networks—including Julius Nyerere International Airport (11.2km), Dar es Salaam Port (5.5km), TAZARA and Standard Gauge Railway stations—the site is also easily accessible via the city’s Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system.
Interested investors are required to submit their Expressions of Interest (EOI) by July 31, 2025, at 16:00 EAT. The submission should include:
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Certified documents of the legal entity and contact details of key representatives;
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A company profile highlighting experience with similar large-scale developments;
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A detailed investment concept outlining objectives, capital investment estimates (CAPEX), proposed concession period, and projected benefits to TanTrade through land lease or revenue-sharing arrangements;
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Audited financial statements for the last three years as proof of financial capacity;
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Commitment to commence construction within 18 months after contract signing, backed by a bank guarantee.
TanTrade will evaluate all submissions based on the stated criteria and shortlist qualified investors who will later be invited to submit pre-feasibility studies in accordance with the PPP Act, Cap 103, and its regulations.
The Authority reserves the right to accept or reject any or all applications and may terminate the process at any stage without incurring liability to applicants.
For further details or to arrange a site visit, interested parties may contact the Project Officer at +255 786 930 974 or via email at info@tantrade.go.tz during working hours prior to the submission deadline.
Late submissions will not be accepted under any circumstances.