In a bold move to boost industrial growth, the Tanzanian government has announced plans to offer free land to both local and foreign investors seeking to establish factories and industrial facilities in Dodoma.
The initiative, unveiled by government officials, is aimed at transforming Dodoma into a key industrial hub and attracting long-term investments.
Rachel Chibwete, reporting for Mwananchi Communications Limited, notes that the government hopes the move will reduce the barriers to entry for industrial development, create jobs, and accelerate economic growth in the region.
Investors will benefit from incentives such as access to serviced plots, streamlined licensing processes, and potential tax relief for qualifying projects.
Dodoma, already the political capital, has been earmarked for expansion as part of the government’s broader industrialization and decentralization strategy.
Officials stress that this initiative aligns with the nation’s ambition to increase manufacturing output, reduce reliance on imports, and integrate into regional and global supply chains.
The policy comes amid growing competition in East Africa to attract industrial investment, with countries like Kenya and Rwanda also offering incentives to lure manufacturers.
Analysts believe Tanzania’s offering of free land could be a game-changer if coupled with adequate infrastructure, energy supply, and skilled labor availability.
Government representatives have called on private sector players to take advantage of the opportunity, emphasizing that investment in industrial capacity will not only generate employment but also strengthen Tanzania’s economic resilience and competitiveness.
