Tanzania has strengthened its international investment drive by presenting wide-ranging opportunities in the energy sector at the World Geothermal Congress 2026 held in Calgary, Canada, as the country seeks to attract more global investors into electricity generation and renewable energy development.
The government’s message was delivered by the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Energy, Felchesmi Mramba, who is responsible for electricity and renewable energy, during the global conference that brought together energy leaders, investors, and policymakers from different parts of the world.
Speaking at the forum, Mramba said Tanzania is steadily emerging as a key energy investment destination in Africa, supported by ongoing reforms, growing electricity demand, and its strategic role in regional power markets.
He emphasized that the country is open for business and ready to partner with both public and private investors in expanding energy access and production.
He highlighted that Tanzania’s participation in the East African Power Pool (EAPP) and the Southern African Power Pool (SAPP) gives investors a unique advantage, as projects developed in the country can serve not only the domestic market but also regional electricity markets across East and Southern Africa. This, he said, increases the profitability and long-term sustainability of energy investments.
Mramba explained that the government has continued to improve the investment environment by strengthening policies, reducing bureaucracy, and expanding energy infrastructure.
These efforts aim to ensure reliable electricity supply to support industrial growth, mining activities, business development, and household needs.
He also underscored Tanzania’s strong geothermal energy potential, noting that the country lies within the East African Rift System, which is estimated to have the capacity to generate more than 5,000 megawatts of geothermal power.
He said this resource remains largely untapped and presents a major opportunity for clean and sustainable energy development.
The government, he added, is already advancing geothermal exploration and development projects, but is actively inviting private sector participation to accelerate progress.
He encouraged investors, including those from Canada, to take advantage of opportunities in exploration, development, and commercialization of geothermal energy.
Beyond geothermal power, Mramba invited investment in other key areas including natural gas, solar energy, energy storage systems, and electricity transmission infrastructure.
He said these sectors are critical in meeting the country’s rapidly growing energy demand driven by industrialization and economic expansion.
He further called for stronger cooperation between Tanzania and Canada in skills development, technology transfer, and joint investment in clean energy projects.
According to him, such collaboration will help build local expertise and speed up the transition to modern and sustainable energy systems.
The World Geothermal Congress 2026 serves as a global platform for sharing knowledge and promoting investment in renewable energy, particularly geothermal power.
Tanzania’s participation reflects its continued efforts to position itself as a competitive, stable, and attractive destination for global energy investment while supporting the shift toward clean and reliable energy.
