Dodoma. Tanzania has stepped up efforts to attract large-scale foreign investment in the mining sector after officials held talks with a delegation from China to explore areas of strategic cooperation.
Officials from the ministry of Minerals met investors from the Liaoning Fangda Group on March 30, 2026 to discuss opportunities across the country’s mineral value chain.
The meeting took place at the Mining Commission offices in Dodoma.
It was chaired by Mining Commissioner AbdulRahman Mwanga, while the visiting delegation was led by the company’s Vice Chairman Ao Xinhua.
The discussions focused on identifying priority areas for investment.
These included mineral exploration, mining operations, mineral beneficiation and the introduction of modern mineral processing technologies.
Officials also highlighted opportunities to expand industrial activities linked to mining.
Dr Mwanga told the delegation that Tanzania continues to strengthen its position as a preferred investment destination in Africa.
He said the country offers a stable policy environment and a legal framework designed to encourage both local and foreign investors.
He added that the government remains committed to ensuring that mineral resources contribute meaningfully to national economic growth.
Particular emphasis, he said, has been placed on promoting industrialisation through value addition and technology transfer.
Tanzania has in recent years prioritised beneficiation as part of wider reforms aimed at reducing exports of raw minerals.
Authorities believe increased processing within the country can create employment, boost export earnings and support industrial expansion.
Mr Ao expressed satisfaction with the opportunities presented during the meeting.
He said the company was keen to explore partnerships that would support long-term investment in mining and mineral-based industries.
He noted that cooperation in strategic areas, including the establishment of processing plants and technology-driven operations, could strengthen Tanzania’s capacity to benefit more fully from its mineral resources.
The Liaoning Fangda Group is among major global firms with investments spanning steel production, mining, aviation services and pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Its international presence and technical capacity position it among potential partners capable of supporting large-scale industrial projects.
China remains one of Tanzania’s largest sources of foreign investment, particularly in infrastructure, mining and manufacturing.
Over the past decade, several Chinese firms have participated in mineral extraction and related industries across the country.
Analysts note that Tanzania’s mineral sector has become increasingly attractive due to the discovery of new deposits and improvements in regulatory oversight.
The country is rich in gold, coal, graphite, nickel and rare earth minerals, many of which are critical for modern industrial production and clean energy technologies.
Government officials have also placed strong emphasis on expanding local participation in mining activities.
Policies encouraging joint ventures and skills development are intended to ensure that Tanzanians benefit from the growth of the sector.
The meeting with the Chinese delegation forms part of a broader government strategy to strengthen international cooperation and attract investment that supports sustainable economic growth.
Mining remains a key pillar of Tanzania’s economy.
The sector contributes significantly to export earnings and government revenue.
Continued engagement with global investors is expected to support further expansion of mineral exploration, processing and industrial development.
Authorities say such engagements will continue as Tanzania seeks to position itself as a regional hub for mining and mineral processing in East Africa.
