The Chairperson of the Mining Commission, Dr Janet R. Lekashingo, has underscored the need for Tanzania to scale up efforts in promoting investment opportunities within the mineral sector, both locally and globally.
During her tour of the Ministry of Minerals pavilion at the ongoing 49th Dar es Salaam International Trade Fair (DITF), Dr Lekashingo called for the Commission to explore more dynamic platforms such as business forums, business-to-business (B2B) engagements, and international exhibitions to widen investor outreach.
“We must go beyond our borders and traditional platforms. The world needs to know what Tanzania has to offer—from mining exploration and beneficiation to value addition and mineral trading,” she said.
Accompanied by Commissioners Eng. Theonestina Mwasha and Dr Theresia Numbi, Dr Lekashingo interacted with ministry staff and key stakeholders while inspecting various sections of the exhibition.
The Ministry is showcasing institutions under its mandate, including the Mining Commission, Tanzania Extractive Industry Transparency Initiative (TEITI), Tanzania Gemmological Centre (TGC), and the State Mining Corporation (STAMICO).
In a bid to strengthen partnerships and inclusivity, Dr Lekashingo also visited other pavilions at the fair, including the “Made in Tanzania” showcase and the Equal Opportunities for All Trust Fund (EOTF), signaling her support for women’s empowerment and local entrepreneurship.
The Director General of the Tanzania Trade Development Authority (TanTrade), Ms Latifa M. Khamis, welcomed the delegation and applauded the Mining Commission’s active participation at the trade fair. She urged the Commission to continue positioning Tanzania as an attractive destination for mineral investment.
The DITF, now in its 49th edition, remains one of East Africa’s premier platforms for business networking and trade promotion, attracting thousands of local and international exhibitors.
Dr Lekashingo’s visit highlights the government’s continued commitment to fostering sustainable growth in the mining industry through proactive investor engagement and cross-sector collaboration.