The European Union and Tanzania have launched the EU–Tanzania Investment & Business Forum, centered around the theme “EU–Tanzania Partnership: Turning Potential into Prosperity,” this major bilateral economic initiative aims to unlock sustainable investment, trade, and commercial opportunities in Tanzania. Grounded in Tanzania’s Vision 2050 targets and the EU’s Global Gateway strategy, the effort focuses on driving sustainable and inclusive economic growth.
The forum targets several critical industries, including agribusiness, mining, digital innovation, fintech, energy, transport, and logistics infrastructure. Participation is free of charge upon registration confirmation, bringing together European businesses, Tanzanian enterprises, diplomatic representatives, export credit agencies, development finance institutions, and government policymakers.
- 28–29 September 2026: Roadshow in Helsinki, Finland
- 1–2 October 2026: Roadshow in Emilia-Romagna, Italy
- 5–6 October 2026: Roadshow in The Hague, Netherlands (including a visit to Antwerp, Belgium)
- Early 2027: High-Level Summit in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania
-Demonstrating Tanzania’s comparative advantages as a competitive destination for foreign direct investment, regional trade, and business expansion.
-Attracting European businesses and investors to drive value addition, job creation, and sustainable economic growth in Tanzania.
-Structuring concrete Business-to-Business (B2B), Business-to-Finance (B2F), and Business-to-Government (B2G) partnerships.
-Firmly establishing the European Union as a reliable, long-term trade and investment partner for Tanzania.
-Supporting green and digital transitions through EU tools, technical assistance, and financial frameworks under the Global Gateway initiative.
The EU–Tanzania Investment & Business Forum offers an entry point for global capital. Investors and corporate leaders are invited to participate in the upcoming European roadshows and the main forum in Dar es Salaam to engage directly with high-level policymakers, access high-growth projects, and establish strategic local partnerships.
