The Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) has announced that it has once again surpassed its revenue collection target, marking a significant achievement for the country’s economy.
Speaking in Dar es Salaam on Thursday, October 2, 2025, TRA Commissioner General Yusuf Mwenda said the authority collected more than expected during the last financial quarter, a performance he attributed to improved systems, technology adoption, and closer cooperation with taxpayers.
“This achievement reflects not only the efficiency of our collection systems but also the growing trust between taxpayers and the government,” Mwenda said.
According to officials, TRA collected over TSh 23 trillion in the 2024/25 financial year against a target of TSh 22 trillion, with sectors such as telecommunications, manufacturing, and mining contributing the largest share.
Economists say beating the revenue target is a big deal because it gives the government more room to fund critical development projects without relying heavily on borrowing. This includes investments in infrastructure, education, healthcare, and social welfare programs.
Dr. Fatma Kimaro, a financial analyst, noted that the achievement shows progress in President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s economic reforms. “Improved revenue collection signals a healthier economy. It also means Tanzania can better manage its debt and expand social services to its people,” she said.
However, challenges remain. Some small and medium enterprises still complain of heavy tax burdens, and experts warn that unless compliance is balanced with business growth, the gains could be short-lived.
The government has promised to streamline tax processes further, cut bureaucracy, and expand the tax base by bringing more informal businesses into the system.
For Tanzanians, the big question is how these additional funds will be used. Civil society organizations have already called on the government to ensure transparency and channel the money into sectors that directly improve the lives of ordinary citizens.
With this milestone, TRA has not only boosted confidence in its operations but also set a higher benchmark for future revenue collection.
