Tanzania’s mining sector delegation recently participated in the International Mining Conference, held from February 8–12, 2026, in Cape Town, South Africa, presenting a range of new investment opportunities and strengthening the country’s global profile in mining.
The conference highlighted Tanzania’s commitment to advancing value addition in the mineral sector. Delegates emphasized opportunities for collaboration in establishing mineral processing industries, exploiting rare minerals, promoting sustainable mining practices, and advancing research initiatives to maximize mineral value for both Tanzania and the African continent.
Discussions also focused on capacity building for mining professionals, integration of modern technology, and effective data management to support policy formulation.
Tanzania benefited from the European Union’s PanaAfGeo+ program, which aims to enhance geoscience research capabilities and facilitate knowledge transfer within the mining sector.
Hon. Anthony Mavunde, Minister of Minerals, underscored Tanzania’s investment potential, providing guidance on key mining policies and regulatory frameworks to prospective investors.
The conference strengthened Tanzania’s international profile, attracting attention from government officials and private sector leaders alike.
It also fostered partnerships, promoted small-scale mining, and encouraged community engagement in the mineral economy.
Workshops led by Breakthrough Attorneys, NMB Bank, the Tanzania Investment Center (TIC), Faru Graphite, and the Tanzania Chamber of Mines (TCM) provided platforms for in-depth discussions on regional and international investment opportunities.
The Tanzanian delegation, led by Minister Mavunde, included representatives from the Ministry of Minerals, TIC, TCM, the Federation of Miners Associations (FEMATA), Tanzania Young Miners (TYM), women and youth mining organizations (TWiMMI), mining companies, financial institutions, and other stakeholders in the mineral value chain.