Top 10 Investment Opportunities in Tanzania (2025 and Beyond)

Tanzania is emerging as one of East Africa’s fastest-growing economies, with opportunities for investors in energy, agriculture, tourism, ICT, manufacturing, and real estate. With rising urbanization, improved infrastructure, and government-backed initiatives, 2025 and beyond are prime years to invest. Here’s a breakdown of the top sectors and regions to focus on:

1. Renewable Energy and Power Infrastructure

Tanzania has vast untapped potential in solar, wind, biomass, and small hydro projects. Investments in power generation and storage can support electrification and industrial growth.

• Regions to invest: Dar es Salaam, Dodoma, Kilimanjaro, Arusha, and Lindi (for solar and wind projects).
• Why: Large rural population is still off-grid; the government supports Independent Power Producers (IPPs).

2. Agriculture & Agribusiness (Value Addition)

Moving beyond raw crop production, processing and exporting agricultural products is highly profitable. Key crops include cashew nuts, coffee, cocoa, fruits, and vegetables.

• Regions to invest: Mbeya (coffee, maize), Morogoro (rice, horticulture), Kigoma (cassava, beans), Tanga (cashew), Arusha (vegetables and fruits).
• Why: Growing domestic and regional demand; government supports agribusiness value chains.
• Also investing in Edible oil, Sugar production, wheat production and fertilizers, since we use much of our currency in importing those products because the current local productions can't meet the demand.

3. Infrastructure and Logistics

Tanzania is expanding roads, railways, ports, and airports, creating opportunities in logistics, warehousing, and transport services.

• Regions to invest: Dar es Salaam (dry port and industrial hubs), Tanga (dry port), Mtwara (southern corridor), Dodoma (transport hub), also Mwanza(dry port), and Songwe for Tunduma border dry port since it links Tanzania with Zambia, Malawi and DRC Congo and some to Zimbabwe.
• Why: Strategic location as East Africa’s trade hub; strong government investment in Standard Gauge Railway and Bagamoyo Port.

4. Mining and Mineral Processing

Tanzania is rich in gold, tanzanite, diamonds, nickel, and gas. Processing minerals locally adds value and increases profit margins.

• Regions to invest: Geita and Shinyanga, Chunya (gold), Mererani (tanzanite), Lindi and Kagera-Ngara (nickel), Songosongo - Lindi and Mtwara (gas exploration), Ruvuma (Uranium).
• Why: Government encourages local processing; global demand for minerals remains high.

5. Tourism and Eco-Tourism

With world-class sites like the Serengeti, Ngorongoro, Zanzibar, Ruaha and Kilimanjaro, tourism remains a reliable foreign exchange earner. Eco-tourism, adventure tourism, and cultural tourism are growing fast.

• Regions to invest: Arusha (safari tours), Zanzibar (beach resorts), Kilimanjaro (adventure tourism), Manyara and Serengeti (eco-lodges).
• Why: Tourism infrastructure is expanding; international travelers are returning post-pandemic.

6. ICT, Digital Services and Fintech

The digital economy is booming, driven by mobile money, e-commerce, fintech, and online services.

• Regions to invest: Dar es Salaam (tech hubs), Arusha, Dodoma, Mwanza (urban digital markets).
• Why: Rising internet penetration; government is improving broadband infrastructure.

7. Real Estate and Housing

Rapid urbanization is fuelling demand for residential and commercial properties, especially in major cities and urban centres.

• Regions to invest: Dar es Salaam (luxury and middle-class housing), Arusha (tourism-linked housing), Mwanza (urban expansion), Dodoma (administrative centre).
• Why: Affordable and middle-class housing is scarce; a growing population supports long-term rentals.

8. Manufacturing and Industrialization

Government incentives for factories and industrial parks create opportunities in import substitution and export-oriented manufacturing.

• Regions to invest: Dar es Salaam,Pwani/Coast, Morogoro, Dodoma, Tanga, Mbeya, Arusha and Mwanza,Mtwara.
• Why: Industrialization drive offers tax incentives and infrastructure support.

9. Gas and Energy Commodities

Natural gas, including LNG projects, presents opportunities for investors in energy supply, gas processing, and industrial use.

• Regions to invest: Mtwara, Lindi, Dar es Salaam (processing & distribution).
• Why: Strategic energy projects backed by government and international partners.

10. Green Economy and Climate Solutions

Investment in solar mini-grids, biomass energy, climate-smart agriculture, and waste-to-energy solutions is emerging.

• Regions to invest: Rural and semi-urban areas (Rukwa, Ruvuma, Dodoma, Lindi).
• Why: Growing need for sustainable solutions; government supports renewable initiatives.

Key Takeaways for Investors

1. Engage in public-private partnerships (PPP) for large infrastructure or energy projects.
2. Leverage Tanzania Investment and Special Economic Zones Authority (TISEZA) for priority sectors.
3. Partner with local experts to navigate regulations and market needs.
4. Conduct feasibility studies: cost of inputs, transport, compliance, and demand.

Tanzania’s diverse economy and supportive policy environment make it one of East Africa’s most attractive investment destinations. From renewable energy to agriculture, tourism to digital services, the next decade offers vast opportunities for both local and foreign investors.