Tanzania has strengthened its push for opportunities that directly benefit citizens as Vice President Ambassador Dr. Emmanuel Nchimbi represented the country at the 7th AU-EU Summit in Luanda, Angola.
The two-day meeting, held from November 25–26, 2025, focused heavily on issues that affect the daily lives of Africans peace, jobs, trade, and climate resilience.
For Tanzanians, the summit’s outcomes point to brighter prospects in several areas.
One of the biggest priorities discussed was expanding Africa’s industrial capacity. Leaders acknowledged that countries like Tanzania have vast natural resources, but citizens gain more when those resources are processed locally.
The commitment to support value addition especially in minerals and agriculture means more factories, more skilled jobs, and more income staying within communities.
The summit also reinforced support for the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA). For Tanzanian farmers, youth entrepreneurs, and small businesses, this means easier access to buyers across Africa, reduced trade barriers, and new opportunities to sell products beyond local markets.
Leaders agreed that without peace, families cannot thrive. The AU and EU pledged deeper cooperation to prevent conflicts and strengthen good governance across the continent.
This is crucial for Tanzanian citizens who depend on regional stability to protect borders, support the economy, and maintain a peaceful environment for raising families and running businesses.
Climate change already affects Tanzanians through rising food prices, unpredictable rains, and water shortages.
The summit placed strong emphasis on joint solutions such as sustainable resource management, access to climate financing, and support for clean energy transitions.
These measures aim to safeguard farmers, fishermen, and communities that depend on natural resources.
The meeting also addressed migration issues, with leaders agreeing on cooperation that respects human rights and ensures humane, safe movement of people.
This is important for Tanzanians pursuing education, work, or business opportunities abroad, as it pushes for more orderly and secure mobility.
The summit marked 25 years of AU-EU cooperation, a relationship that has contributed to investments in sectors such as education, health, and infrastructure benefits felt by citizens across Tanzania.
This year’s theme, “Promoting Peace and Prosperity Through Effective Multilateralism,” captured the goal of ensuring that international partnerships translate into real, everyday improvements for people.
Vice President Nchimbi was joined by Zanzibar’s Minister of Labour and Investment Hon. Sharif Sharif, Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs Dr. Ngwaru Maghembe, Ambassador Innocent Shiyo, Ambassador Jestas Nyamanga, and other experts.