Africa’s richest businessman, Aliko Dangote, is set to deepen his investment footprint in Tanzania following high-level discussions with President Samia Suluhu Hassan on a new wave of multi-billion-dollar projects aimed at boosting the country’s industrial growth and economic development.
The strategic meeting, held at the State House in Dar es Salaam, focused on expanding the Dangote Group’s presence in key sectors, including power generation, transport infrastructure, fertiliser production, port development, and regional trade.
The proposed investments form part of Tanzania’s broader industrialisation agenda and are expected to strengthen economic cooperation between the East African nation and one of Africa’s largest conglomerates.
Dangote Targets Major Infrastructure Projects
Speaking after the meeting, Dangote described Tanzania as one of the continent’s most promising investment destinations, revealing that his company has identified several high-impact projects capable of accelerating economic growth.
According to him, the proposed investments are designed to deliver long-term value while supporting Tanzania’s ambition to become a leading industrial hub in East Africa.
Among the projects discussed were the construction of a 2,000-megawatt coal-fired power plant, a urea fertiliser manufacturing plant, expansion of port facilities, development of a 40-kilometre concrete access road to improve cargo movement, the establishment of a special economic and trade zone, and a transport corridor linking Mtwara to Mbamba Bay.
Tanzania Welcomes Fresh Dangote Investments
President Samia Suluhu Hassan welcomed the Dangote Group’s continued confidence in Tanzania’s economy and directed relevant government ministries and agencies to begin technical assessments of the proposed projects.
She also appointed the country’s Minister of Planning and Investment to coordinate negotiations with Dangote Industries, paving the way for formal discussions on implementation.
As part of the next phase of engagement, a Tanzanian government delegation is expected to visit Nigeria to advance negotiations and develop implementation strategies for the proposed investments.
East African Refinery Plan Discussed
During the meeting, Dangote also explained why the company’s planned East African oil refinery is being considered for Lamu, Kenya, citing commercial and technical advantages.
Despite the refinery’s proposed location, he invited the Tanzanian government to participate in the project, highlighting the opportunities for regional collaboration and shared economic benefits.
Dangote’s Growing Presence in Tanzania
Dangote Industries already operates one of Tanzania’s largest private-sector manufacturing investments through its US$500 million cement plant in Mtwara, which produces approximately three million tonnes of cement annually for both the local market and neighbouring countries.
The latest investment discussions are expected to further strengthen the company’s position as one of Africa’s leading investors while supporting Tanzania’s drive for industrialisation, job creation, technology transfer, and improved infrastructure.
If approved, the projects could significantly enhance regional trade, expand energy capacity, boost agricultural productivity through local fertiliser production, and reinforce economic integration across East Africa.
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