History of Tanzania in Timeline

Tanzania, officially the United Republic of Tanzania, is an East African nation bordered by several countries including Uganda, Kenya, Mozambique, and others. It boasts a large population, estimated at 67.5 million in 2024, making it the most populous country south of the equator. Tanzania is located within the African Great Lakes region and has a coastline along the Indian Ocean.

May 1919: Awarding of German East Africa to Britain

On May 7, 1919, the Supreme Council of the Paris Peace Conference awarded all of German East Africa (GEA) to Britain. Later, on May 30, 1919, Britain ceded Ruanda and Urundi to Belgium through the Anglo-Belgian agreement.

June 1919: Signing of the Treaty of Versailles

The Treaty of Versailles was signed on June 28, 1919.

July 1919: Ratification of Anglo-Belgian Agreement

On July 16, 1919, the Commission on Mandates ratified the Anglo-Belgian agreement. On July 12, 1919, the Commission on Mandates agreed that the Kionga Triangle would be given to Portuguese Mozambique.

August 1919: Acceptance of Agreement

On August 7, 1919, the Supreme Council accepted the Anglo-Belgian agreement.

1919: Joined the East African Currency Board

Following the German defeat in World War I, Tanzania joined the London-based East African Currency Board (EACB) in 1919, which was a customs union and currency provider for Tanzania, Uganda, and Kenya.

January 1920: Transfer of German East Africa

On January 10, 1920, German East Africa was officially transferred to Britain, Belgium, and Portugal. Also on that date, the British territory was named "Tanganyika".

1948: Joined the East Africa High Commission

In 1948 Tanzania joined the East Africa High Commission (EAHC)

1952: Elizabeth II acceded to the throne

In 1952, Elizabeth II acceded to the British throne.

1954: Formation of TANU

In 1954, Julius Nyerere transformed an organization into the Tanganyika African National Union (TANU).

1960: Founding member of FLS

From 1960 to 1994, Tanzania was a founding member of the Frontline States (FLS), the predecessor to SADC.

1960: Jane Goodall's chimpanzee study began

In 1960, Jane Goodall's study of chimpanzee behavior began in Gombe Stream National Park in western Tanzania.

1960: Nyerere as Minister

In 1960, Nyerere became Minister of British-administered Tanganyika.

December 1961: End of British Rule

British rule ended on December 9, 1961, and Tanganyika joined the British Commonwealth.

1961: Joined East African Common Services Organization

In 1961 Tanzania joined East African Common Services Organization (EACSO)

1961: Nyerere as Prime Minister

In 1961, Nyerere continued as prime minister when Tanganyika became independent.

1961: Tanganyika Independence

In 1961, Tanganyika gained its independence. Tanganyika later joined the British Commonwealth.

December 1962: Tanganyika Becomes a Republic

On December 9, 1962, Tanganyika became a democratic republic under an executive president.

1962: Julius Nyerere presidency began

In 1962 Julius Nyerere became president of Tanzania.

1963: Founding member of the OAU

In 1963, Tanganyika and Zanzibar, the predecessors of Tanzania, became founding members of the Organisation of African Unity (OAU), the predecessor to the African Union.

1963: Zanzibar Independence

In 1963, Zanzibar became independent.

April 1964: Merger of Zanzibar and Tanganyika

On April 26, 1964, Zanzibar merged with mainland Tanganyika to form the United Republic of Tanganyika and Zanzibar.

1964: Circular No. 2 of 1964

Before 2001, Tanzanian foreign policy was dictated by the various presidential declarations of Julius Nyerere, specifically Circular No. 2 of 1964.

1964: Merger of Tanganyika and Zanzibar

In 1964, Tanganyika and Zanzibar merged to form the United Republic of Tanzania.

1964: Child Mortality Rate

In 1964, at the time of the foundation of the United Republic of Tanzania, the child mortality rate was 335 deaths per 1,000 live births.

1964: Zanzibar Revolution Massacre

Thousands of Arabs and Indians were massacred during the Zanzibar Revolution of 1964.

1966: Formation of the first East African Community

In 1966 Tanzania, Kenya and Uganda formed the first East African Community.

1967: Policy of Foreign Affairs of 1967

Before 2001, Tanzanian foreign policy was dictated by the various presidential declarations of Julius Nyerere, specifically the Policy of Foreign Affairs of 1967.

1967: Arusha Declaration

In 1967, after the Arusha Declaration, Nyerere's first presidency took a turn to the left, codifying a commitment to socialism as well as Pan-Africanism. Banks and many large industries were nationalized.

1967: Elimination of Religious Surveys

Official statistics on religion are unavailable because religious surveys were eliminated from government census reports after 1967.

1967: Rural Population Decline

Since at least 1967, the percentage of the population that is rural has been declining, although approximately 70% of the population remains rural.

1970: Start of TAZARA Railway Construction

From 1970 to 1975, China financed and helped build the TAZARA Railway from Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, to Kapiri-Mposhi, Zambia.

1972: Tingatinga's Death

After Tingatinga's death in 1972, other artists adopted and developed his style of brightly coloured enamel paintings on canvas, which is now the most important tourist-oriented style in East Africa.

1972: Abolishment of Local Government

In 1972, local government on the mainland was abolished and replaced with direct rule from the central government.

1975: Completion of TAZARA Railway Construction

From 1970 to 1975, China financed and helped build the TAZARA Railway from Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, to Kapiri-Mposhi, Zambia.

1976: End of the first East African Community

In 1976, the first East African Community ended.

1978: Ugandan Invasion

In 1978, Uganda, under Idi Amin, invaded Tanzania, leading to a war that severely damaged Tanzania's economy.

1980: Olympic Medals

In 1980, Tanzania won its first Olympic medals at the Summer Olympics in Moscow.

1983: Local Government Elections

In 1983, local government elections took place.

1984: Re-establishment of Councils

In 1984, functioning councils started after local government elections.

1985: Ali Hassan Mwinyi presidency began

In 1985 Ali Hassan Mwinyi became president of Tanzania.

1985: CEDAW Signature

In 1985, the government of Tanzania signed the Convention on the Elimination of All Forms of Discrimination against Women (CEDAW).

July 1992: Amendment to Constitution

On July 1, 1992, the constitution was amended, allowing more than one legally permitted party in Tanzania.

1992: Amendment to Constitution

In 1992, the Constitution of Tanzania was amended to allow multiple political parties.

1992: Multiparty Politics

Since the start of multiparty politics in 1992, Chama cha Demokrasia na Maendeleo (Chadema) has been the main opposition party in Tanzania.

1993: Arusha Accords with Rwanda

In 1993, Tanzania acted as a mediator and location for the Arusha Accords with Rwanda, due to the strength of Tanzania's non-alignment, unity and internal peace since independence.

1993: Formation of the East African Co-operation

In 1993, the East African Co-operation was formed.

1993: Broadcasting Services Act

The Broadcasting Services Act of 1993 allowed private broadcast networks and recording studios in Tanzania.

1994: Asian Community Numbers

As of 1994, the Asian community numbered 50,000 on the mainland and 4,000 on Zanzibar, while an estimated 70,000 Arabs and 10,000 Europeans lived in Tanzania.

1994: Founding member of SADC

In 1994, Tanzania became a founding member of the Southern African Development Community (SADC).

1995: Benjamin Mkapa presidency began

In 1995 Benjamin Mkapa became president of Tanzania.

1995: First Multi-Party Elections

In 1995, Tanzania held its first multi-party elections, where Chama Cha Mapinduzi won 186 seats and Benjamin Mkapa was elected president.

1996: Adoption of National Science and Technology Policy

Tanzania's first "National Science and Technology Policy" was adopted in 1996.

1998: Vision 2025 document

The government's "Vision 2025" document was created in 1998.

1999: Local Government Reform Programme Enacted

In 1999, a Local Government Reform Programme was enacted by the National Assembly.

2000: Arusha Accords with Burundi

In 2000, Tanzania acted as a mediator and location for the Arusha Accords with Burundi, due to the strength of Tanzania's non-alignment, unity and internal peace since independence.

2000: Founding member of the EAC

In 2000, Tanzania, along with Kenya and Uganda, became a founding member of the East African Community (EAC). The EAC is headquartered in Arusha.

2000: Global Hunger Index Ranking

In the year 2000, the Global Hunger Index ranked the situation in Tanzania as "alarming" with a score of 42.

2001: Bongo Flava Added as Music Genre

Bongo flava was added as a music genre in Tanzania in 2001, as defined by BASATA.

2001: Founding member of the AU

In 2001, Tanzania became a founding member of the African Union (AU).

2001: New Foreign Policy

In 2001, Tanzania established a new foreign policy with seven principles: sovereignty, liberalism, good neighborliness, African unity, non-alignment, economic diplomacy, and global cooperation. The primary objectives included protecting cultural and economic interests, establishing economic-driven relations with other nations, economic self-sufficiency, internal and global peace, and regional integration.

2002: National Irrigation Master Plan

According to the 2002 National Irrigation Master Plan, 29.4 million hectares in Tanzania are suitable for irrigation farming.

2004: Conscript service obligation

As of 2004, Tanzania's conscript service obligation was 2 years.

2004: Commercial production of gas commenced

Commercial production of gas from the Songo Songo Island field in the Indian Ocean commenced in 2004, thirty years after it was discovered there.

2004: Overall receipts from travel and tourism

In 2004, overall receipts from travel and tourism in Tanzania were US$1.74 billion.

2005: Increase in electricity generation

Between 2005 and 2012, Tanzania's electricity generation increased by 63 percent.

2005: Jakaya Kikwete presidency began

In 2005 Jakaya Kikwete became president of Tanzania.

2005: Tourist arrivals

In 2005, 590,000 tourists arrived at Tanzania's borders.

2005: EAC Customs Union

In 2005, the East African Community (EAC) established a customs union with a free trade zone between member states and unified tariffs with non-member states.

2005: Stunting in children under 5 in Mara and Dodoma

In 2005, the Mara district of Tanzania saw a 46% rate of stunting in children under 5 years old, while Dodoma saw a 50% rate of stunting in this age group.

2007: Pew Research Centre survey on homosexuality

According to a 2007 Pew Research Centre survey, 95 percent of Tanzanians believed that homosexuality should not be accepted by society.

2007: National Adaptation Programmes of Action (NAPAs)

In 2007, Tanzania produced a National Adaptation Programmes of Action (NAPAs).

2007: Malaria Prevalence Among Children

In 2007, malaria prevalence among children aged 6 months to five years was highest in the Kagera Region (41.1 per cent) and lowest in the Arusha Region (0.1 per cent).

2007: Poverty Level

In 2007, poverty was at 34.4%.

2008: Formulation of proposals for revising the National Science and Technology Policy

In 2008, UNESCO and Tanzanian government departments and agencies formulated proposals for revising the "National Science and Technology Policy" under the One UN Initiative.

2008: Beginning of Great Recession

Tanzania weathered the Great Recession, which began in late 2008 or early 2009, relatively well due to strong gold prices and poor integration into global markets.

2008: Malaria Cases

There were approximately 11.5 million cases of clinical malaria in Tanzania in 2008, having a huge economic impact.

2009: Per capita GDP growth

From 2009 through to 2013, Tanzania's per capita GDP (based on constant local currency) grew an average of 3.5% per year.

2009: Beginning of Great Recession

Tanzania weathered the Great Recession, which began in late 2008 or early 2009, relatively well due to strong gold prices and poor integration into global markets.

2010: Fertility Rate Statistics

According to 2010 Tanzanian government statistics, the total fertility rate in Tanzania was 5.4 children born per woman.

2010: Discovery of natural gas resources

According to PFC Energy, since 2010, 25 to 30 trillion cubic feet of recoverable natural gas resources have been discovered in Tanzania.

2010: Demographic and Health Survey

According to the 2010 Tanzania Demographic and Health Survey, 15 per cent of Tanzanian women had undergone female genital mutilation (FGM) and 72 per cent of Tanzanian men had been circumcised.

2010: Research and Development Spending

In 2010, Tanzania devoted 0.38 per cent of its GDP to research and development, and had 69 researchers per million population.

2010: EAC Common Market

In 2010, a common market was established within the East African Community (EAC) for the free movement of labor, goods, people, capital, and services.

2010: Leading Causes of Death in Children

In 2010, prematurity and malaria were tied as the leading cause of death in children under five years old in Tanzania.

2010: Receipts from international tourists

In 2010, receipts from international tourists in Tanzania were US$1.255 billion.

2010: Stunting in children under 5 in Mara and Dodoma

In 2010, the Mara district of Tanzania saw a 31% rate of stunting in children under 5 years old, while Dodoma saw a 57% rate of stunting in this age group.

2010: Proportion of Undernourished Persons

In 2010, the proportion of persons who were undernourished in 2010–12 was worse than any other EAC country except Burundi.

2010: Publication of National Research and Development Policy

Tanzania's revised science policy, entitled "National Research and Development Policy", was published in 2010.

June 2011: Irrigated land

As of June 2011, only 310,745 hectares were being irrigated in Tanzania.

2011: Mobile telephone subscribers and internet usage

As of 2011, Tanzania had 56 mobile telephone subscribers per 100 inhabitants. Approximately 12 per cent of Tanzanians used the internet.

2011: Partnership for Nutrition in Tanzania (PANITA)

In 2011, Save the Children, with the help of UNICEF and Irish Aid funding, created the Partnership for Nutrition in Tanzania (PANITA).

2011: Access to electric power

In 2011, only 15 percent of Tanzanians had access to electric power.

April 2012: Start of the Dar Rapid Transit (DART) system first phase

In April 2012, the first phase of the Dar Rapid Transit (DART) system development began in Dar es Salaam.

2012: Population Census

According to the 2012 census, the total population of Tanzania was 44,928,923, with the under-15 age group representing 44.1% of the population.

2012: Water and Sanitation Statistics

As of 2012, 53 per cent of the population used improved drinking water sources and 12 per cent used improved sanitation facilities.

2012: Life Expectancy and Under-Five Mortality

As of 2012, life expectancy at birth was 61 years in Tanzania, and the under-five mortality rate was 54 per 1,000 live births.

2012: Electricity generation increase

In 2012, Tanzania generated 5.771 billion kWh of electricity. Generation increased by 63 percent between 2005 and 2012, but almost 18 percent of the electricity generated in 2012 was lost because of theft and transmission and distribution problems.

2012: National Climate Change Strategy

In 2012, Tanzania produced a National Climate Change Strategy.

2012: Coal Production

In 2012, Tanzania's coal production totalled 106,000 short tons, which was used domestically.

2012: Review of National Research and Development Policy

In 2012, the National Research and Development Policy was reviewed.

2012: Agricultural Sector Growth

In 2012, the agricultural sector grew 4.3 percent, less than half of the Millennium Development Goal target of 10.8%.

2012: Increase in value of natural gas produced

In 2012, the value of natural gas produced in Tanzania increased by 42.7 percent compared to 2013.

2012: Increase in total assets of the Tanzanian banking industry

The total assets of the Tanzanian banking industry increased by 15 per cent in 2013 over 2012.

2013: Total assets of the Tanzanian banking industry

At the end of 2013, the total assets of the Tanzanian banking industry were TSh 19.5 trillion.

2013: Total natural gas reserves

By the end of 2013, Tanzania's total natural gas reserves had reached over 43 trillion cubic feet. The value of natural gas actually produced in 2013 was US$52.2 million, a 42.7 percent increase over 2012.

2013: Per capita GDP growth

From 2009 through to 2013, Tanzania's per capita GDP (based on constant local currency) grew an average of 3.5% per year.

2013: Electricity generation

In 2013, Tanzania generated 6.013 billion kilowatt hours (kWh) of electricity. 49.7 percent of Tanzania's electricity generation came from natural gas, 28.9 percent from hydroelectric sources, 20.4 percent from thermal sources, and 1.0 percent from outside the country.

2013: Natural gas field production in Mnazi Bay

In 2013, a natural gas field in Mnazi Bay produced about one-seventh of the amount produced near Songo Songo Island but has proven, probable, and possible reserves of 2.2 trillion cubic feet, which is used for electricity generation in Mtwara.

2013: Agriculture contribution to GDP

In 2013, agriculture accounted for 24.5 percent of Tanzania's gross domestic product.

2013: Industry and Construction contribution to GDP

In 2013, industry and construction contributed 22.2 percent of Tanzania's GDP, including mining which contributed 3.3 percent.

2013: Food and Cash Crop Production

In 2013, maize was the largest food crop on the Tanzania mainland (5.17 million tonnes). Sugar was the largest cash crop (296,679 tonnes) and beef was the largest meat product (299,581 tonnes).

2013: Gas produced from Songo Songo Island field

In 2013, over 35 billion cubic feet of gas was produced from the Songo Songo Island field, with proven, probable, and possible reserves totalling 1.1 trillion cubic feet.

2013: Composition of the House of Representatives

In 2013, the House of Representatives had 81 members: fifty elected members, five regional commissioners, the attorney general, ten members appointed by the president, and fifteen appointed female members.

2013: Review of National Research and Development Policy

In 2013, the National Research and Development Policy was reviewed.

2013: Growth of the communications sector

In 2013, the communications sector was the fastest growing in Tanzania, expanding 22.8 per cent, but accounted for only 2.4 per cent of gross domestic product that year.

2013: Global Average GDP Devotion

In 2013, the global average for GDP devoted to research and development was 1.7 per cent.

2013: Employment in travel and tourism, overall receipts, and most visited national park

In 2013, travel and tourism employed 11.0 per cent of Tanzania's labour force (1,189,300 jobs), and overall receipts rose to US$4.48 billion. In 2013, Serengeti National Park was the most visited national park.

2013: Global Hunger Index

Tanzania's 2013 Global Hunger Index was worse than any other country in the EAC except Burundi.

2013: Maternal Mortality Rate

The maternal mortality rate in 2013 in Tanzania was estimated at 410 per 100,000 live births.

August 2014: TANESCO debt to Orca Exploration Group Inc.

As of August 27, 2014, TANESCO owed the operator of the Songo Songo Island field, Orca Exploration Group Inc.

2014: Publications per Capita

In 2014, Tanzania counted 15 publications per million inhabitants in internationally catalogued journals, according to Thomson Reuters' Web of Science (Science Citation Index Expanded).

2014: Poverty ranking

Tanzania ranks 159 out of 187 countries in poverty according to the United Nation's Human Development Index in 2014.

April 2015: Completion of offshore natural gas fields pipeline

A pipeline connecting offshore natural gas fields to Tanzania's commercial capital Dar es Salaam was completed at the end of April 2015.

October 2015: Magufuli Wins Presidential Election

In October 2015, John Magufuli won the presidential election and secured a two-thirds majority in parliament.

December 2015: Completion of the Dar Rapid Transit (DART) system first phase

In December 2015, the first phase of the Dar Rapid Transit (DART) system development was completed in Dar es Salaam.

2015: Indian Community Numbers

As of 2015, the Indian community numbered 60,000 in Tanzania.

2015: Multidimensional Poverty

As of the latest survey in 2015/2016, 57.1 percent of the population is considered to be affected by multidimensional poverty.

2015: Increase in maize prices

From 2015 to 2017, the price of maize when bought wholesale more than tripled.

2015: John Magufuli presidency began

In 2015 John Magufuli became president of Tanzania.

2015: Gold Production

In 2015, Tanzania's gold production was 46 metric tonnes.

2015: Literacy Rate

In 2015, the literacy rate in Tanzania was 77.9% for people aged 15 and over.

May 2016: Launch of the Dar Rapid Transit (DART) system first phase operations

In May 2016, the Dar Rapid Transit (DART) system first phase operations was launched in Dar es Salaam.

2016: Multidimensional Poverty

As of the latest survey in 2015/2016, 57.1 percent of the population is considered to be affected by multidimensional poverty.

2016: Gas pipeline and electricity generation capacity target

By 2016, the government expected that a gas pipeline from Mnazi Bay to Dar es Salaam would allow the country to double its electricity generation capacity to 3,000 megawatts.

2016: Tourism contribution and tourist arrivals

In 2016, travel and tourism contributed 17.5 per cent of Tanzania's gross domestic product and receipts from international tourists rose to US$2 billion. In 2016, 1,284,279 tourists arrived at Tanzania's borders.

2017: Food shortages in rural areas

A 2017 survey found that 84% of people in rural areas of Tanzania suffered food shortages over a 3-month period, compared to 64% of residents in cities.

2017: Increase in maize prices

From 2015 to 2017, the price of maize when bought wholesale more than tripled, from TSh 400/= per kilogramme to 1,253/= per kilogramme.

2017: Trading Partners

In 2017, Tanzania's largest trading partners for its US$5.3 billion in exports were India, Vietnam, South Africa, Switzerland, and China. Its imports totalled US$8.17 billion, with India, Switzerland, Saudi Arabia, China, and the United Arab Emirates being the biggest partners.

2017: Confederation of EAC

In 2017, all member states adopted the confederation of EAC as a transitional precursor to the final federation.

2018: GNI per capita

In 2018 Tanzania's GNI per capita was US$1,020.

2018: Increase in access to electric power

In 2018, access to electric power in Tanzania had risen to 35.2 per cent.

2018: Poverty Level

In 2018, poverty was at 26.4%.

June 2019: Tax revenue fall

The Economist questioned why Tanzania's tax revenue fell by 1% in the fiscal year to the end of June 2019 despite claims of economic growth.

December 2019: Amnesty International Report

In December 2019, Amnesty International reported that the Tanzanian government annulled the right of NGOs and individuals to directly file any case against it at the Arusha-based African Court for Human and Peoples' Rights.

2019: GNI per capita

In 2019 Tanzania's GNI per capita increased to US$1,080.

2019: Forest Landscape Integrity Index Score

In 2019, Tanzania had a Forest Landscape Integrity Index mean score of 7.13/10, ranking it 54th globally.

2019: Global Innovation Index Ranking

In 2019, Tanzania was ranked 97th in the Global Innovation Index.

2019: Analysis of Tanzania's economic performance

In 2019, Tim Staermose refuted claims by The Economist, asserting that bank lending to companies had not slumped and that cement sales were not flat, based on statutory financial reports of listed companies in Tanzania. He also said that beer sales fell due to one-off circumstances, but TBL's profits rose.

2019: Poverty Reduction

The 2019 World Bank report showed that in the last 10 years, poverty has reduced by 8 percentage points, from 34.4% to 26.4%.

July 2020: Doubts raised about official claims of economic growth

In July 2020, two articles in the Economist raised doubts about official claims of economic growth in Tanzania.

October 2020: Magufuli Re-election

In October 2020, President Magufuli won a landslide victory and re-election, though the opposition claimed election fraud.

November 2020: Magufuli Declared Winner for Second Term

In November 2020, Magufuli was declared the winner for his second term as president, though election fraud was suspected.

December 2020: ACT-Wazalendo Joins Coalition Government

In December 2020, ACT-Wazalendo joined a coalition government with the islands' ruling party Chama Cha Mapinduzi in Zanzibar after disputed elections.

2020: Religious Demographics

According to a 2020 estimate by the CIA World Factbook, 63.1% of the population was Christian, 34.1% was Muslim, 1.1% practised traditional African religions and 1.6% did not specify.

2020: Education Statistics

In 2020, 97% of Tanzanians completed primary education, 28.3% completed secondary education, and 8% completed tertiary education.

2020: Poverty Reduction

In 2020, a report showed poverty in Tanzania reduced to 25.7%.

2020: World Bank Declaration

In 2020, the World Bank declared the rise of the Tanzanian economy from low income to lower middle income country.

2020: Cement sales

In the first six months of 2020, Twiga already sold 8% more cement than it had done by the same stage in 2019.

2020: Singeli as New Mainstream Genre

Since 2020, singeli has become the newest mainstream music genre in Tanzania.

2020: Influences on Bongo Flava

Since 2020, three recent influences on bongo flava music are Afropop in the 2010s, as well as amapiano from South Africa and singeli from Tanzania.

March 2021: Magufuli's Death and Hassan's Succession

In March 2021, Magufuli died in office, and his vice president, Samia Suluhu Hassan, became the country's president.

March 2021: Death of President Magufuli

On March 17, 2021, President John Magufuli died in office, and Vice President Samia Suluhu Hassan became Tanzania's first female president.

2021: GDP

As of 2021, according to the IMF, Tanzania's gross domestic product (GDP) was an estimated $71 billion (nominal), or $218.5 billion on a purchasing power parity (PPP) basis. GDP per capita (PPP) was $3,574.

2021: Samia Hassan Suluhu presidency began

In 2021 Samia Hassan Suluhu became president of Tanzania.

January 2022: Ratification of AfCFTA

On January 17, 2022, Tanzania ratified and joined the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), the largest free trade area in the world.

2022: Economic Growth

In 2022, Tanzania's economy grew 4.6 percent.

2023: Economic Growth

In 2023, Tanzania's economy grew 5.2 percent.

2024: Population Estimate

According to a 2024 estimate, Tanzania has a population of around 67.5 million.

2024: Global Peace Index Rank

According to the 2024 Global Peace Index, Tanzania is the 65th most peaceful country in the world.

2024: Proposed East African Monetary Union

The East African Monetary Union (EAMU) is proposed to be established in 2024, which will create a single common currency by the East African Central Bank.

January 21, 2025: Marburg Virus Outbreak

On January 21, 2025, Tanzania's President confirmed an outbreak of the Marburg virus, a highly infectious disease similar to Ebola, expressing confidence in the country's ability to overcome the outbreak.

2025: Predicted economic loss due to nutrition levels

Estimates predict that Tanzania stands to lose $20 billion by 2025 if nutrition within the country remains at its current level.

2025: Government's electricity generation capacity goal

The Tanzanian government's goal is to increase electricity generation capacity to at least 10,000 megawatts by 2025.

2025: Vision 2025 goal

The objective of the government's "Vision 2025" document was to transform the economy into a strong, resilient and competitive one, buttressed by science and technology.