The Minister for Natural Resources and Tourism, Ambassador Dr. Pindi Chana, has urged Tanzanians to take full advantage of this year’s Nane Nane exhibitions to gain deeper insight into the country’s rich tourism potential and ongoing conservation efforts.
Speaking during a visit to the Ministry’s pavilion at the national Nane Nane grounds in Nzuguni, Dodoma, Dr. Chana said the exhibitions provide an ideal platform for citizens to learn about Tanzania’s protected areas, tourism products, and investment prospects within the natural resources sector.
“I invite all Tanzanians to visit the Nane Nane exhibitions taking place in different zones across the country. These exhibitions are more than just about agriculture they are an opportunity for people to learn about our tourism attractions, investment opportunities, conservation practices, and even niche areas like bee-keeping,” said Dr. Chana.
She noted that the Ministry is deliberately expanding the scope of tourism to include emerging segments such as culinary tourism and agro-tourism in a bid to diversify the economy and promote inclusive growth.
“This is a space where sectors converge. It is where we promote the country as a destination—not only for tourists but also for investors and partners in sustainable development,” she added.
The Ngorongoro Conservation Area Authority (NCAA), a key agency under the Ministry, is among institutions showcasing Tanzania’s natural and cultural assets at the exhibition.
Key attractions being promoted include the Ngorongoro Crater one of the world’s largest intact calderas along with Empakaai and Olmoti craters, Mount Lolmalasin (the third-highest peak in Tanzania), the Endoro waterfalls, and the famed Elephant Caves.
NCAA is also spotlighting archaeological and heritage tourism sites such as the Olduvai Gorge Museum, Laetoli Footprints, and the shifting sands.
Other features include space tourism linked to the Mbozi meteorite and the historic Amboni Caves in Tanga, which hold deep cultural and political significance having served as a site of anti-colonial resistance and home to a diverse blend of traditions from coastal communities.
To enhance the experience for visitors, the Ministry has installed a large digital screen at its booth, allowing attendees to virtually explore key attractions in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.
“This visual experience brings Ngorongoro closer to the public and helps them understand the importance of protecting such globally significant landscapes,” said an official from the NCAA.
This year’s Nane Nane exhibitions are being held under the national theme: “Elect Competent Leaders for Sustainable Development in Agriculture, Livestock and Fisheries.”
The Ministry’s participation underscores the interconnectedness of tourism, conservation, and agriculture in building a resilient and sustainable Tanzanian economy.