Dar es Salaam. Tanzania has intensified preparations for the 30th Conference of the Parties (COP30) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), scheduled to take place in Belém, Brazil, from November 10 to 21, 2025.
Speaking during a National Strategic Meeting held in Dar es Salaam on October 7, 2025, the Deputy Permanent Secretary (Environment) in the Vice President’s Office, Prof Peter Msoffe, said the preparatory meetings are crucial in shaping the country’s position ahead of the global summit.
“We have identified 14 key issues that will form Tanzania’s position on various climate-related matters. Through this meeting, we have analysed the country’s role and gathered stakeholders’ input to refine our stance,” Prof Msoffe said.
He noted that discussions at the meeting reminded participants that energy, water, and environmental degradation are among the priority topics to be presented in Brazil.
“The goal is to showcase Tanzania’s commitment and contribution to the global climate agenda,” he added.
Prof Msoffe explained that COP30 provides a vital platform for nations to deliberate on climate change mitigation and adaptation strategies.
Tanzania, he said, would be represented by government officials, public institutions, private sector players, civil society organisations, and other stakeholders involved in environmental management.
Meanwhile, the Head of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) in Tanzania, Ms Clara Makenya, commended the government for fostering a shared understanding among national stakeholders ahead of the global climate negotiations.
“My call is for every stakeholder to prepare strategically in their respective areas, whether in the blue economy, energy, or other sectors, so they can align their contributions with global priorities,” Ms Makenya said.
She emphasised the importance of coordination and clarity of purpose, urging participants to identify their focus areas, understand which partners can support their initiatives, and ensure that Tanzania’s delegation presents a coherent national agenda capable of delivering tangible results.
COP30 is expected to bring together representatives from nearly 200 countries, along with scientists, policymakers, activists, and businesses, to assess progress on commitments made under the Paris Agreement and to advance actions toward limiting global warming to 1.5°C.
Through its national preparations, Tanzania seeks not only to amplify its voice on climate issues but also to strengthen its capacity to access global climate financing and promote sustainable solutions aligned with its development vision.
