Dar es Salaam. Tanzania and the Russian Federation have committed to strengthening ties in modern technology to bolster economic diplomacy.
The Minister for Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation, Amb Mahmoud Thabit Kombo, witnessed the signing of a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
The agreement involves Innopraktika, a Russian institute representing over 142 high-tech companies, and Tanzania’s Gen Z Corporation Limited.
The signing ceremony took place at the ministry’s sub-offices in Dar es Salaam on March 25, 2026.
Amb Kombo stated that both nations are dedicated to leveraging advanced technology for mutual economic benefit.
He noted that the partnership aligns with Tanzania’s New Foreign Policy.
This policy prioritises economic diplomacy and identifies innovation as a primary driver for sustainable development.
According to Amb Kombo, modern technology serves as a vital tool for poverty reduction.
It simplifies access to education, commodity markets, and financial services across various sectors.
Amb Kombo specifically highlighted the potential impact on the agricultural industry.
During the event Amb Kombo welcomed a proposal from the Russian firms to establish a Technology Hub in Tanzania.
He remarked that such an initiative fits perfectly with the national ambition to become a regional ICT powerhouse.
This hub is expected to centralise technological resources and foster local expertise.
The Executive Director of Innopraktika, Alexander Likhanov, detailed the scope of the cooperation.
He explained that the MoU covers the application of modern technologies to enhance efficiency in several key sectors.
These include mining, communications, transport, natural resources, and agriculture.
The ceremony was attended by experts from the Tanzania Commission for Science and Technology (COSTECH).
Officials from the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and representatives from the participating companies also participated in the proceedings.
This collaboration marks a significant step in diversifying Tanzania’s technological landscape through international partnerships.
