The Government of Tanzania, through the Ministry of Minerals, has officially released a list of 20 goods and services in the mining sector that must be supplied exclusively by Tanzanian-owned companies.
The move is part of President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s directive to ensure full participation of Tanzanians in the mining value chain.
Speaking to journalists in Dodoma, Minister of Minerals Anthony Mavunde said the announcement follows amendments to the 2018 Tanzanian Participation Regulations in Mining.
“For the first phase, on November 14, 2025, the Mining Commission will publish the list of goods and services required from 100 percent Tanzanian-owned companies, in accordance with Regulation 13A,” Minister Mavunde said.
He highlighted significant growth in local procurement, which rose from TZS 1.85 trillion out of a total TZS 3.01 trillion (62%) in 2018, to TZS 4.41 trillion, equivalent to 88 percent of all mining procurement worth TZS 5 trillion in 2024.
The Minister also reported a sharp rise in employment for Tanzanians in mining projects, from 6,668 out of 7,003 positions (95%) in 2018, to 18,853 out of 19,356 positions (97%) by December 2024.
Positions requiring specialized skills are legally reserved for Tanzanians to gain experience. As an example, at the North Mara gold mine owned by Twiga Minerals Corporation (Barrick Gold), all senior management roles are now held by Tanzanians.
Minister Mavunde added that the Government is opening more opportunities for local participation and maximizing benefits from mineral resources.
A dedicated investment zone of 1,331 acres has been set aside at the former Buzwagi gold mine for establishing mineral-processing industries. Six factories have already been constructed, and 15 more investors have expressed interest.
He urged the private sector to seize opportunities in supplying goods and services to mining projects, keeping revenue in Tanzania and boosting economic growth.
Investors were reminded to comply with mining laws and regulations, while Tanzanians were encouraged to actively participate in mining projects to create jobs and enhance national benefits.