Tanzania’s Minerals Ministry, in collaboration with media company dmg events and business management consultancy Ocean Business Partners Tanzania, has announced that the next edition of the Tanzania Mining and Investment Forum will be hosted in Dar es Salaam from October 25 to 26, 2023, at the Julius Nyerere International Convention Centre.

The Forum is held under the patronage of Minerals Minister Dr Doto Mashaka Biteko with government representation at the highest level, says the Ministry.

Over the last decade, East Africa has been experiencing a rapid expansion in its minerals sector. In Tanzania, the mining sector’s contribution to the gross domestic product (GDP) has been increasing yearly. In 2020/21 the mineral sector’s contribution to GDP rose to 7.2% from 6.7% in 2019/20. Following the notable development, the sector became the economy’s leading foreign exchange earner.

Under the leadership of Tanzanian President Dr Samia Suluhu Hassan, government has been focusing on ensuring the mining sector contributes at least 10% of GDP by 2025. Engagement with the international community to mobilise capital and investment in the mining sector is a prerequisite to realising this ambition.

The Tanzania Mining and Investment Forum 2023 theme ‘Unlocking Tanzania’s Future Mining Potential’ will connect the Tanzanian, African and global mining community with Ministers, CEOs, policymakers and industry leaders, enabling them to meet in person in Dar es Salaam to discuss cooperation strategies to unlock and advance opportunities for development.

The Forum is expected to attract over 2 000 global attendees from over 25 countries and will include a “world-class conference” with over 100 speakers, comprising more than 20 sessions, keynote addresses and presentations that will run alongside a large-scale technology and innovation exhibition.

This year’s Forum will have a strong focus on global mining investments, including new projects and partnerships, technologies, regulations and financing. In addition, new topical subjects such as environmental, social and governance policies, strategic mineral developments, sustainable mining, and local content will also be at the centre of the discussion.

“I’m inviting all mining stakeholders in Tanzania, from across Africa, and around the globe to participate in the Tanzania Mining and Investment Forum. “We look forward to making ground-breaking announcements, hosting bilateral and investor meetings, showcasing project development opportunities, and working with our national and global partners to unlock the full potential of Tanzania’s mining sector,” said Biteko on the announcement of the 2023 Forum.

Over the past three editions, the Tanzania Mining and Investment Forum has attracted over 4 500 global attendees with participation from over 15 countries. The event includes an awards ceremony during the Madini Gala Night for mining companies and individuals who have excelled in various aspects of their activities. The Forum has become one of the largest events held in the country.