The Mining Commission has stepped up efforts to tighten efficiency and transparency in gemstone valuation, with its Executive Secretary, Eng. Ramadhani Lwamo, calling for stronger collaboration between regulators and industry stakeholders to refine pricing systems and maximise sector returns.
Speaking during a working session that brought together commission geologists and mineral valuers in Dodoma on April 22, 2026, Eng. Lwamo said improved coordination particularly in the formulation and regular review of indicative mineral prices remains critical in strengthening Tanzania’s mineral economy.
He noted that ongoing reforms are already delivering measurable gains, including more reliable gemstone valuation systems and a rise in government revenue from gemstone and diamond trade.
The renewed push comes as the Commission targets to collect Sh1.2 trillion in the 2025/26 financial year, a goal that hinges on improved compliance, accurate valuation and stronger institutional capacity.
Eng. Lwamo said the Commission is investing in professional capacity by expanding the pool of valuation experts and equipping them with modern tools to enhance efficiency and credibility in the valuation process.
He also urged staff to sustain their commitment and professionalism, emphasising that consistent performance will be key in meeting and surpassing the Commission’s revenue targets.
The Dodoma meeting marks part of a broader reform agenda that seeks to improve the business environment in the mining sector, with follow-up technical sessions planned to review and update indicative gemstone prices.
The sessions will involve key industry players, including the Federation of Miners Associations of Tanzania (FEMATA), Tanzania Mineral Dealers Association (TAMIDA), Tanzania Women Miners Association (TAWOMA) and the Chamber of Mines (CHAMATA), reflecting a coordinated approach to building a more transparent and competitive mineral market.
