Tanzania

The EU is collaborating with Tanzania to develop geological intelligence and the mapping of resources, professionalise artisanal mining, and attract sustainable investments in Tanzania’s raw materials sector. Efforts include:

• Supporting the geospatial mapping of minerals to support exploration and assessment of resources in Tanzania.
• Strengthening the EU-Africa partnership in raw materials through knowledge sharing and technical cooperation initiatives.
• Providing training for artisanal miners to improve skills and promote responsible mining practices.
• Facilitating investments in the graphite and nickel value chains, focusing on enabling infrastructure development, including support for green bonds to drive sustainable resource development.

To build a more resilient and competitive agricultural sector, driving economic development and food security, the EU partners with Tanzania on: 

• Local transformation – Supporting agri-value chains, including cereals and horticulture, to boost jobs, processing, and food security. Strengthening the beekeeping sector and empowering women.
• Bringing products to the market – Improving trade infrastructure with regional hubs in Tanga and Mwanza, enhancing SME competitiveness, and strengthening plant health services to ensure safer agricultural products.
• Adapting to climate change – Promoting sustainable livestock and pastoral practices, supporting the Serengeti-Mara transboundary ecosystem corridor.

Through the partnership, the EU supports Tanzania in expanding digital infrastructure, enhancing e-governance, and driving digital transformation to boost economic growth and improve public services. Key initiatives include:

• Investing in digital infrastructure and connectivity – Expanding 4G mobile networks in rural areas, improving undersea fiber optic cables, and supporting satellite-based connectivity to extend internet access.
• Digitalising agriculture – Advancing digital tools to modernise the agricultural sector.
• Digitalising public services – Improving rural broadband and digital government services through the Digital4Tanzania - e-Governance Support Programme, supporting job creation in the digital economy.
• Strengthening digital governance – Promoting data governance, cybersecurity, and e-commerce through initiatives such as the Data Governance Initiative and Safe Digital Boost for Africa.

The EU supports Tanzania in expanding renewable energy generation, improving electricity distribution, and promoting sustainable energy solutions to enhance energy access and climate resilience. Our common efforts focus on:

• Constructing the Kakono hydropower plant to add clean energy to the national grid and supporting the Zambia-Tanzania and Uganda-Tanzania power interconnectors to strengthen regional energy integration.
• Developing cross-border electricity interconnectors with Zambia and Uganda to enhance regional power trade.
• Promoting clean cooking solutions to reduce deforestation and improve household energy access.
• Supporting the Tanzania Energy Sector Reform Programme to improve regulatory frameworks and attract investment in the energy sector.

Together with Tanzania, we work towards modernising ports, improving hinterland connectivity, and investing in sustainable urban transport. Initiatives include:

• Extending theDar es Salaam port to increase efficiency and capacity for regional trade.
• Improving transport corridors to strengthen trade links between Tanzania and neighbouring countries.
• Investing in sustainable urban mobility, including the expansion of the Dar es Salaam’s Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system.

The EU and Tanzania collaborate to protect marine ecosystems, enhance sustainable fisheries, and strengthen maritime security. Together, we work towards developing a resilient blue economy, focusing on:

• Supporting sustainable ocean governance through conservation and climate adaptation initiatives.
• Enhancing port security and navigation safety to improve maritime trade efficiency (see also transport).
• Developing sustainable fisheries and aquaculture in Lake Victoria and Lake Tanganyika.

To strengthen the business environment, improve access to finance, and promote sustainable investments, we collaborate by:

• Providing credit lines for SMEs, with a focus on women-led businesses and the blue economy.
• Encouraging green bonds and investment in sustainable infrastructure.
• Supporting start-ups and entrepreneurship through ecosystem-building initiatives.

Enhancing education, skills and gender equality is key to improving employment opportunities for young people. Together, we work towards:

• Strengthening gender equality in education through targeted initiatives for women empowerment.
• Enhancing teacher training and digital education innovations.
• Expanding access to sexual and reproductive healthservices to improve public health outcomes.

The EU and Tanzania collaborate to provide durable solutions for refugees and displaced populations. Our actions include:

• Providing assistance and livelihood opportunities for Burundian refugees in in the Great Lakes region.
• Strengthening research and data on migration and forced displacement to inform policy responses.
• Developing regional responses to climate-induced displacement.

The EU supports Tanzania in strengthening democratic governance, financial transparency, and civil society participation. Together, we work towards reinforcing institutional accountability and protecting human rights, notably by:

• Enhancing financial governance to combat illicit financial flows and improve public financial management.
• Strengthening civil society engagement and human rights advocacy.