Windhoek, Namibia— The Tanzania Investment Centre (TIC) is representing the country at a major international meeting aimed at unlocking trade and investment opportunities that benefit citizens across the Commonwealth.
The Commonwealth Trade Ministers Meeting, along with the Commonwealth Business Forum, is taking place in Windhoek, Namibia, from June 16 to 20, 2025, under the leadership of Namibia’s Minister of Trade,Selma Shipala-Musavyi.
For the first time, this high-level ministerial meeting is being hosted in Africa offering Tanzania and other African countries a stronger voice in shaping the future of global trade.
The forum brings together government leaders, investors, and business innovators to discuss practical ways to create more jobs, boost exports, and attract investments especially in areas that support local industries and small businesses.
Ahead of the ministerial sessions, senior trade officials from all member countries held preparatory talks on June 16 and 17, laying the groundwork for policy decisions that aim to make trade fairer and more inclusive.
Alongside the main meeting, the Commonwealth Business Summit is also being held from June 18 to 20. This event is organized by the Commonwealth Secretariat and provides a platform where African entrepreneurs and global investors can meet, share ideas, and explore business deals that could uplift local economies.
Tanzania’s presence at the summit is a strategic move to highlight the country’s investment potential from agriculture and manufacturing to tourism and renewable energy.
By participating, TIC is actively working to bring home investments that translate into real change such as new factories, better technology, and job opportunities for Tanzanians, especially youth and women.
This year’s forum comes at a challenging time for global trade. Rising political tensions, new taxes, and stricter rules are affecting how goods and services move across borders. These shifts pose risks to many smaller and developing countries within the Commonwealth.
However, by joining forces with other member states, Tanzania is advocating for fairer trade systems, improved market access, and stronger protections for local producers ensuring that global decisions translate into better livelihoods for ordinary citizens back home.