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Author: Emanuel Nyangwe

322 articles Latest: May 4, 2026
How to Invest in Cold-Chain Logistics for Perishable Exports in Tanzania
Markets 12 February 2026

How to Invest in Cold-Chain Logistics for Perishable Exports in Tanzania

Cold-chain logistics is emerging as a critical enabler of Tanzania’s export competitiveness. With rising regional and international demand, investment in temperature-controlled storage, refrigerated transport, and pack-house facilities is becoming both commercially viable and strategically necessary.

AfCFTA in Practice: A Strategic Roadmap for Tanzanian Exporters
Markets 12 February 2026

AfCFTA in Practice: A Strategic Roadmap for Tanzanian Exporters

For Tanzania, it opens access to a combined African market of over 1.3 billion people with a collective GDP exceeding USD 3.4 trillion. By progressively eliminating tariffs on 90% of goods traded within Africa, AfCFTA has the potential to increase intra-African trade by an estimated 50–80% over the next decade.

Commercialization vs Privatization: What Works Best?
Markets 15 January 2026

Commercialization vs Privatization: What Works Best?

Commercialization and privatization are tools, not goals in themselves. What works best for Tanzania is a context-specific, evidence-based approach choosing the model that maximizes public value, strengthens accountability, and supports long-term economic development rather than ideological preferences.

Why GDP Rebasing Changes Economic Narratives
Economy 15 January 2026

Why GDP Rebasing Changes Economic Narratives

GDP rebasing may appear technical, but its implications are far-reaching. It reshapes how the economy is understood, how policies are designed, and how Tanzania is perceived by investors and partners.

Mapping Winners and Losers in Policy Decisions
Regions 15 January 2026

Mapping Winners and Losers in Policy Decisions

Policy decisions inevitably create winners and losers. In Tanzania, adopting a structured approach mapping distributional impacts, designing compensatory mechanisms, and engaging affected groups improves equity, legitimacy, and sustainability.

Evidence-Based Policy: Why It Matters More Than Politics
Regions 15 January 2026

Evidence-Based Policy: Why It Matters More Than Politics

Evidence-based policy strengthens efficiency, credibility, and measurable outcomes. In Tanzania, shifting from politics-driven to data-driven decision-making is essential to ensure that resources are allocated where they deliver the highest social and economic returns.

Is Tanzania Over-Regulated or Under-Enforced?
Markets 15 January 2026

Is Tanzania Over-Regulated or Under-Enforced?

Tanzania is not simply over-regulated; the real challenge is uneven enforcement. Excessive rules combined with weak monitoring undermine business confidence, encourage informality, and reduce public welfare. Effective reform should focus on regulatory simplification, digitalization, capacity building, and consistent enforcement, creating an environment where rules protect society and businesses alike, fostering sustainable economic growth.