Tanzania’s Minister of Finance, Khamis Mussa Omar, has held high-level discussions with the Director of the International Monetary Fund (IMF) for the African Department, Abebe Selassie, focusing on ways to support Tanzania’s economic growth and maintain stability amid global financial challenges.
The talks took place in Washington D.C., United States, at the IMF Headquarters, on the sidelines of the 2026 IMF and World Bank Spring Meetings.
The meeting brought together senior officials from Tanzania and the IMF to review the country’s economic progress and future priorities.
During the discussions, Minister Omar explained the steps the Government of Tanzania is taking to strengthen the economy.
He said the country continues to record steady growth despite global economic pressures, supported by strong fiscal discipline, improved revenue systems, and continued investment in key sectors such as infrastructure, energy, and social services.
He added that the government remains committed to ensuring that economic growth benefits ordinary citizens through better services, job creation, and expanded opportunities for businesses.
He also highlighted ongoing reforms aimed at keeping public finances stable and improving the investment climate.
The Tanzanian delegation included senior government and financial leaders who joined the bilateral meetings.
Among them was the Minister of State in the President’s Office for Finance and Planning, Zanzibar, Juma Malik Akil, who contributed to discussions on improving financial coordination between mainland Tanzania and Zanzibar.
Other key officials included the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Finance, Natu El-Maamry Mwamba, and Tanzania’s Ambassador to the United States, Elsie Kanza, who supported international cooperation and engagement with development partners.
Also present were senior officials including Aboud Hassan Mwinyi, Rished Bade, Governor of the Bank of Tanzania Emmanuel Tutuba, and Cabinet Secretariat representative Francis Mossongo.
The IMF welcomed Tanzania’s continued economic reforms and praised efforts to maintain stability despite global uncertainties.
Both sides agreed on the importance of continued cooperation to support sustainable growth and strengthen financial systems.
The meeting reflects Tanzania’s ongoing commitment to engaging with global financial institutions and ensuring that national economic policies remain focused on improving the lives of citizens while keeping the economy stable and resilient.
