The Mining Commission has called on all holders and applicants of mineral prospecting, mining and special mining licences across Tanzania to take part in a nationwide verification exercise aimed at strengthening transparency, improving record management and enhancing efficiency in the administration of the country’s mining sector.
The exercise, which is expected to be completed before June 25, 2026, is designed to ensure that the national mineral licensing database remains accurate, complete and up to date.
Authorities say the initiative will help improve oversight of mining activities, reduce administrative errors and support sustainable growth of the sector, which remains a key contributor to Tanzania’s economy.
According to the notice issued by the Mining Commission, the verification covers all categories of mineral rights holders, including prospecting licences, primary mining licences, mining licences and special mining licences.
Both existing licence holders and applicants whose details are already in the system are required to participate.
The Commission explained that the exercise aims to clean and update the licensing database so that all information reflects the current status of licence ownership, company structures and contact details.
Officials noted that accurate records are essential for improving service delivery, strengthening accountability and supporting ongoing digital transformation in the mining sector.
Stakeholders are required to update key contact information, including postal addresses, email addresses and telephone numbers, as well as details of portal administrators responsible for managing accounts in the Online Mining Cadastre Transactional Portal (OMCTP).
The system is the official digital platform used for mineral licensing services in the country.
Applicants and licence holders must also submit key identification and registration documents, including Taxpayer Identification Numbers (TIN), copies of National Identification Authority (NIDA) cards or passports, and relevant company documents such as BRELA search results or MEMART documents.
These are particularly required in cases where there have been changes in company directorship or ownership.
The Commission further emphasized that a Power of Attorney for the portal administrator is a key requirement to ensure proper authorization and strengthen security within the licensing system.
This is intended to prevent unauthorized access and improve accountability in the management of digital records.
The verification exercise can be completed through two main channels: electronically via the Online Mining Cadastre Transactional Portal, or physically through submission of documents at designated offices across the country.
The Commission said this approach is meant to make the process accessible to all stakeholders.
Under the arrangement, prospecting licences, mining licences and special mining licences will be processed at the Mining Commission Headquarters in Dodoma, while primary mining licences will be handled by Resident Mines Officers in respective regions.
The Commission warned that failure to comply with the verification requirements before the deadline may result in licence information being disregarded or removed from the mineral licensing management system.
Officials stressed that compliance is necessary to ensure only valid and properly documented licences remain in the system.
Mining stakeholders have been urged to complete the exercise within the stipulated timeframe to avoid disruptions to their operations.
The Commission said cooperation from licence holders is essential for the success of the process and for broader reforms aimed at modernizing the mining sector.
Speaking through the notice, the Executive Secretary of the Commission, Eng. Ramadhani M. Lwamo, emphasized that full compliance is crucial for improving efficiency, enhancing transparency and strengthening governance in the mining industry.
He added that an updated licensing system will help improve government planning, enhance monitoring of mineral development and reduce disputes arising from outdated records.
According to him, the exercise is not only administrative but also a key reform tool for strengthening mineral resource management.
With the mining sector playing an increasingly important role in Tanzania’s economy, authorities believe the verification process will improve investor confidence, streamline operations and ensure better management of mineral resources for national benefit.
