AGP Executive Report
Last update: 6 hours agoIndustrial Investment: Tanzania is advancing preparations for Bagamoyo Port and its 9,800-hectare special economic zone, aimed at attracting manufacturers, creating jobs and boosting exports. The project includes engineering work and a temporary jetty for heavy equipment. Industry Capacity: Tanzania’s manufacturing sector grew 5.2% in 2025 and manufactured exports rose 19% to about $1.6 billion, but businesses say stronger local suppliers and reliable inputs are essential to retain more value at home. Trade Links: South Sudan is seeking land in Tanzania for an inland cargo depot, while Egypt and Tanzania are planning a port terminal at Dar es Salaam. The port serves landlocked markets including Burundi, and regional shipping firms are also expanding East African links. Burundi Connectivity: Tanzania says work continues on railway projects, including a proposed connection from Kigoma to Musongati in Burundi. Lake Tanganyika: Fish stocks in Tanzania’s part of the lake fell about 58% from 2022 to 2025; the government is backing aquaculture and conservation as pressure on fishing communities grows.
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