Dodoma. The Minister for Minerals, Anthony Mavunde, on Monday, February 16, 2026, chaired a meeting of the Ministry’s management, institutions and technical experts to deliberate on strategies to raise government revenue from mineral resources.
The objective was to increase the contribution of the mining sector to the national economy, social welfare and the financing of key development projects.
The meeting focused on identifying practical and sustainable approaches to enhance efficiency across the sector.
Discussions centred on strengthening revenue collection systems, improving regulatory oversight and promoting value addition.
Participants stressed the need for coordinated action to unlock greater benefits from the country’s mineral endowment. Emphasis was also placed on aligning sector reforms with national development priorities.
In particular, the meeting reviewed robust strategies to advance the mining sector in line with the National Development Vision 2050 and the Mineral Vision 2030.
The latter targets an increase in detailed geological surveys to at least 50 percent from the current 16 percent.
The deliberations further took into account the commitments contained in the ruling Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) Election Manifesto for 2025–2030, which underscores the strategic role of mining in driving inclusive growth.
The session was attended by senior officials, including the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Minerals, Yahya Samamba and the Deputy Permanent Secretary, Msafiri Mbibo.
They reiterated the government’s resolve to deepen reforms, strengthen institutional capacity and ensure that mineral resources translate into tangible and lasting national benefits.
Tanzania’s mining sector remains one of the fastest-growing pillars of the economy.
It contributes more than 10 percent to the national GDP and accounts for a significant share of export earnings.
Gold dominates production, alongside gemstones, diamonds, coal, iron ore and industrial minerals.
In recent years, the government has implemented wide-ranging reforms to strengthen regulation, improve transparency and maximise domestic benefits.
These measures have led to rising revenues, increased local participation and stronger investor confidence.
The sector is also central to industrialisation, job creation and regional development.
