Tanzania is emerging as a model for integrating economic reform with climate resilience, thanks to targeted support from the International Monetary Fund (IMF). The East African nation has leveraged IMF programs to strengthen public finances while advancing climate adaptation initiatives.
Speaking in Dodoma during a meeting with an IMF mission led by Melesse Tashu, Permanent Secretary at the Ministry of Finance, Dr. Natu El-maamry Mwamba, said Tanzania has successfully met all quantitative and structural benchmarks under the IMF’s Extended Credit Facility (ECF) as of June 2025.
The compliance enabled the IMF to release $907.9 million, roughly 87 percent of the program’s total allocation since 2022, which has helped boost productivity in key sectors and improve social services nationwide.
Dr. Mwamba also highlighted the Resilience and Sustainability Facility (RSF), through which Tanzania has received $345.4 million to support climate-focused projects.
Funds from the RSF are being used to strengthen Tanzania’s ability to respond to environmental challenges and meet commitments under the 2015 Paris Agreement.
“These programs are not merely financial support—they are instruments for building an economy that is both strong and resilient to climate shocks,” Dr. Mwamba said, emphasizing that all funds are being managed transparently and allocated strictly for their intended purposes.
IMF mission chief Melesse Tashu praised Tanzania as “a strong and reliable partner,” noting that consistent progress under both the ECF and RSF has reinforced confidence among international development partners.
“The IMF remains committed to supporting Tanzania in delivering projects that benefit its people while promoting resilience to climate change,” he said.
The IMF delegation, which includes Resident Representative Sebastian Acevedo, will continue consultations with government ministries until September 24, 2025, reviewing program implementation and exploring future areas of cooperation.
Tanzania’s approach offers a blueprint for other emerging economies seeking to combine fiscal discipline with environmental sustainability.
By channeling international financing into programs that strengthen both the economy and climate resilience, the country is demonstrating how global financial institutions can support long-term development that goes beyond traditional growth metrics.
As nations worldwide face rising climate risks alongside economic recovery challenges, Tanzania’s use of IMF resources illustrates a practical example of leveraging multilateral support to meet both financial and environmental objectives.