The government will continue opening up investment opportunities in Tanzania's mining sector while addressing persistent challenges in access to capital and technology, as it seeks to raise mineral output, government revenue and the sector's contribution to the economy.
Closing the Fifth Local Content Compliance Forum (LCCF 2026) in Mwanza on July 24, Mining Commissioner Dr Abdulrahman Mwanga said the Ministry of Minerals was committed to creating a more attractive investment environment through regulatory improvements and stronger engagement with industry stakeholders.
He said mining remains one of the priority sectors under Tanzania Development Vision 2050, with reforms aimed at expanding investment, improving productivity and increasing the participation of Tanzanians across the mineral value chain.
"The Ministry of Minerals has put in place various strategies to unlock more investment opportunities by improving laws and regulations in collaboration with stakeholders, who play a critical role in the sector's growth," Dr Mwanga said.
He said the ministry has been using stakeholder forums to gather feedback that has informed improvements to mining laws, regulations and oversight systems.
According to Dr Mwanga, greater participation by Tanzanians in mining activities—from exploration and extraction to mineral processing and trading—will create wider economic benefits for both local businesses and foreign investors.
He urged industry players to continue working with the government transparently and responsibly while ensuring Tanzanians acquire the knowledge and skills needed to benefit from opportunities in the sector.
Dr Mwanga also said the government would consider recommendations presented during the three-day forum as part of ongoing efforts to strengthen the investment climate and enhance local content implementation.
Meanwhile, Mining Commission Commissioner Eng. Theonestina Mwasha said the forum had provided a platform for mining licence holders, local content professionals, service providers, government institutions and miners' associations to exchange ideas and discuss practical solutions to challenges facing the industry.
She said participants also benefited from presentations by experts from Ghana, who shared experiences on strengthening local participation in the mining sector.
The forum, held in Mwanza from July 22 to 24, concluded with an exhibition tour by Dr Mwanga, who also presented awards to sponsors that supported the event.
