Mining Indaba boosts Tanzania’s appeal to mining investors
Mining Indaba participation yields fresh investment momentum for Tanzania
Mining Indaba boosts Tanzania’s appeal to mining investors
Dar es Salaam. Tanzania has secured fresh investment prospects in the mining sector following its participation in the Mining Indaba International Conference held in Cape Town, South Africa, from February 8 to 12, 2026.
A statement released by the ministry of Minerals on February 18, 2026 said the engagement brought together the Tanzanian delegation and key international stakeholders.
“High-level discussions opened new pathways for cooperation,” the statement reads in part.
Several global investors expressed interest in starting formal investment processes in Tanzania’s mining industry, the statement adds.
Indaba Mining talks focused on mineral value addition.
Investors showed readiness to partner with Tanzania in establishing in-country processing industries.
“The aim is to reduce the export of raw minerals. Priority was also given to the development of critical minerals,” the statement reads.
Advanced geological exploration also featured prominently in the discussions.
Capacity building formed a central theme, according to the statement.
Emphasis was placed on vocational skills development.
Modern technologies were highlighted as essential tools.
Geoscientific data management was also identified as a key area for reform.
The statement noted that Tanzania is expected to benefit from the European Union-supported PanaAfGeo+ programme.
The initiative seeks to strengthen geoscientific research capacity.
It also provides practical technical training for public officials in the mining sector.
The statement explained that the minister for Minerals, Mr Anthony Mavunde, delivered a keynote address at the conference. He presented Tanzania’s investment potential.
He outlined the strategic direction of the sector. He also clarified policy and regulatory frameworks guiding mining development.
The conference strengthened Tanzania’s profile as a competitive mining destination.
It reflected ongoing sector reforms. It highlighted strong government oversight.
It underscored efforts to formalise artisanal and small-scale mining.
It also pointed to deliberate policies to increase Tanzanian participation across the mineral value chain.
The delegation was led by the Mr Mavunde.
It included officials from the Ministry of Minerals and its institutions, including Tanzania Investment and Special Economic Zones Authority (TISEZA).
Private sector representatives were also present.
They included the Tanzania Chamber of Mines (TCM), the Federation of Miners’ Associations of Tanzania (FEMATA), Tanzania Youth in Mining (TYM), and Tanzania Women and Youth in Mining and Mineral Industry (TWiMMI).
Mining companies, financial institutions, service providers, and other stakeholders also took part.
Officials said the outcomes of the conference would support sustainable growth.
They are expected to attract long-term investment. They will strengthen local capacity.
They will deepen Tanzania’s integration into regional and global mineral value chains.
