ARUSHA: TANZANIA has prepared more than 60 projects worth approximately 2.85bn US dollars, across various sectors including tourism, fisheries, the blue economy, infrastructure, and other key areas.
This was stated today, May 28, 2026, in Arusha by the Director General of the Tanzania Investment and Special Economic Zones Authority (TISEZA), Gilead Teri, while speaking to journalists about the upcoming International Investment Conference scheduled to take place on June 1–2 in Arusha.
The conference will be officially opened on June 1 by the Minister of State in the President’s Office for Planning and Investment, Prof Kitila Mkumbo.
He said the 60 projects, valued at 2.85bn US dollars, have undergone thorough research.
He emphasized that the conference is not merely a discussion forum but a business-oriented meeting, as Tanzania has prepared these bankable projects to unlock various investment opportunities, supported by the enabling investment environment created by the Sixth Phase Government.
He added that the conference is the first of its kind and is being organized in collaboration with the Economic and Social Research Foundation (ESRF) and the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP).
More than 20 to 25 financial institutions have been invited to attend, review the projects, and assess investment opportunities from different countries, with the aim of financing and investing in them.
John Rutere, Senior Resident Representative of the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), commended Tanzania for taking proactive steps to identify and package investment projects instead of waiting for external aid.
He said the initiative is an important step in strengthening the investment environment and building strong relationships between investors, policymakers, financial institutions, project developers, and development partners.
“UNDP commends Tanzania for this initiative.
Even when investors provide funding, we will ensure that ordinary Tanzanians benefit. This conference will provide a positive outlook for the future by ensuring the country becomes more self-reliant through various investment projects,” he said.
Professor Fortunata Makene, Director of the Economic and Social Research Foundation (ESRF), said the initiative offers significant benefits in enabling practical investment solutions, genuine partnerships, and meaningful development opportunities.
