The Ministry of Minerals has reviewed plans aimed at increasing the mining sector’s contribution to Tanzania’s economy, with discussions focusing on how to improve management, increase value addition, and strengthen regulation of mineral activities.
The meeting, led by Permanent Secretary Eng. Yahya Samamba and held in Dodoma on April 21, 2026, brought together ministry experts to assess strategic priorities for the sector.
Key areas discussed included improving processing of minerals locally, introducing modern technology in mining operations, and enhancing the business environment for miners and investors.
Eng. Samamba said the mining sector is expected to play a stronger role in national development, stressing the need for systems that improve efficiency and ensure proper management of mineral resources.
He noted that the ongoing planning should align with Tanzania’s long-term development direction under Vision 2050.
He added that better coordination and stronger oversight are necessary to ensure that mineral resources generate wider benefits for citizens, including increased government revenue and improved opportunities for local participation in the sector.
The Commissioner for Minerals, Dr. AbdulRahman Mwanga, said the proposed measures are expected to improve transparency in licensing, production, and mineral trade.
He noted that stronger regulation would help reduce loopholes and support fair competition within the industry.
He also said that increased accountability in the sector would help build trust among stakeholders while ensuring that mining activities contribute more effectively to public revenue and economic growth.
The ministry’s management further agreed on the need to strengthen coordination among institutions dealing with minerals.
They also highlighted the importance of encouraging private sector participation and accelerating reforms in policies and laws governing the sector.
The planned reforms are expected to support more structured growth of the mining industry and improve its contribution to the national economy through better management, transparency, and value addition.
