The Minister of Finance, Khamis Mussa Omar, has met with the leadership of the Tanzania Chamber of Mines in talks aimed at strengthening the mining sector and enhancing its contribution to Tanzania’s economic growth.
The meeting, held at the Ministry of Finance sub-offices in Dar es Salaam, brought together senior government officials and leaders of mining companies to discuss key policy and operational issues affecting the sector.
The discussions focused on ways to promote investment, improve coordination between the government and the private sector, and unlock more value from Tanzania’s mineral resources.
Minister Omar said the mining sector remains one of the country’s critical economic pillars, playing a significant role in boosting gross domestic product (GDP), government revenue, employment creation, and foreign exchange earnings.
He emphasized the government’s commitment to creating a supportive environment that enables the sector to grow sustainably while delivering tangible benefits to Tanzanians.
The Chamber’s delegation was led by its Chairperson, Philbert Rweyemamu, who highlighted the Chamber’s priorities and shared perspectives on challenges facing mining investors.
He noted that constructive engagement with the government is essential in addressing regulatory and operational concerns and in encouraging long-term investment in the industry.
Also present at the meeting were the Acting Commissioner for the Financial Sector Development Department, Ms Dionisia Mjema; the Assistant Director for Legal Services at the Ministry of Finance, Ms Mwantumu Sultan; and the Executive Secretary of the Tanzania Chamber of Mines, Eng. Benjamin Mchwampaka, alongside other senior officials from the Ministry and representatives of member mining companies.
The engagement underscored the shared resolve of the government and industry stakeholders to work together in strengthening the mining sector’s role in Tanzania’s broader economic transformation.