President Samia Suluhu Hassan presented a comprehensive review of her administration’s performance to the Parliament of Tanzania on 27 June 2025 in Dodoma, highlighting economic growth, governance reforms, infrastructure expansion, and social service improvements over the past four years.
Economic Performance and National Budget
President Samia reported that Tanzania’s real GDP increased from TZS 156.4 trillion in 2021 to TZS 205.84 trillion in 2024, with economic growth rising from 3.9% to 5.5% in the same period and projected to reach 6% in 2025. The government maintained inflation below 5% for four consecutive years and expanded foreign exchange reserves to $5.6 billion by April 2025, enough to cover four months of imports.
Exports grew from $6.39 billion in 2021 to $8.7 billion in 2024, while domestic revenue collection increased by 104%, from TZS 1.51 trillion in November 2020 to TZS 3.09 trillion in March 2025. The national budget rose from TZS 34.88 trillion in 2021 to TZS 50.29 trillion for the 2025/26 fiscal year. The government also implemented fiscal discipline measures, strengthened audits, and reformed procurement procedures.
The national debt stood at TZS 107 trillion in May 2025, composed of TZS 72.94 trillion in external debt and TZS 34.76 trillion in domestic debt. The increase was attributed to maturing loans, exchange rate fluctuations, and the formal recognition of TZS 2.67 trillion in legacy liabilities owed to social security funds. The government affirmed its commitment to managing debt sustainably and directing borrowing towards productive investments.
Investment and Business Environment
The Tanzania Investment Centre (TIC) registered 2,175 projects valued at $25.53 billion, expected to create 650,674 direct jobs. Additionally, 45 projects worth $1.17 billion were approved within Export Processing Zones and Special Economic Zones, creating over 20,000 jobs.
To improve the business climate, the government revised 66 laws and regulations and removed or reduced 383 taxes, fees, and penalties. A new Investment and Special Economic Zones Act was enacted in 2025 to further streamline investor operations and improve regulatory clarity.
Agriculture, Livestock, and Fisheries
The agriculture budget was increased by over 300% from TZS 294 billion in 2021 to TZS 1.24 trillion in 2025. Food production rose by 33%, reaching 22.88 million tons and enabling 128% national food self-sufficiency. Fertilizer usage increased by 80.9% following a TZS 300 billion subsidy, while seed availability grew by 41.9%.
Irrigated land expanded from 561,383 to 834,646 hectares, and major irrigation projects drawing from Lakes Victoria and Tanganyika are planned to cover 3 million hectares. Sugar production increased from 313,588 to 539,272 tons through factory expansion and construction, and oilseed production reached 2.16 million tons. Cash crop exports rose by 67% to $3.5 billion, with a target of $5 billion by 2030.
Meat exports rose from $4.2 million to $61.4 million, and vaccination and identification campaigns were launched to improve livestock quality. In fisheries, fish export value increased from TZS 412 billion to TZS 675 billion, and the construction of Kilwa Masoko fishing port (81.9% complete) is expected to create 30,000 jobs.
Education, Health, and Water
The education budget increased to TZS 6.16 trillion in 2024/25. Construction of 36 new science secondary schools and 103 vocational schools was completed. Fee-free education from pre-primary to Form 6 benefited from an increased budget of TZS 796.58 billion.
Higher education loans grew to TZS 784.4 billion, and the Samia Scholarship supported 1,343 STEM and health students. The 6% administrative fee on loans was removed.
Health facilities increased to 12,846 by 2025, with 75% of the population now within 5 km of service points. Emergency C-section facilities rose from 340 to 577, and drug availability reached 86.2%. Medical tourism patients rose to 12,180, and Tanzania surpassed the UNAIDS 95-95-95 HIV treatment and suppression targets.
In water supply, 2,331 projects were implemented and urban access rose to 91.6%, rural access to 85%. The government constructed 1,749 boreholes and 16 dams. The Kidunda Dam project is 29% complete and will supply Dar es Salaam and surrounding regions.
Energy and Digital Economy
Installed electricity generation increased with contributions from the Julius Nyerere Hydropower Project (1,500 MW), Kinyerezi gas extension (185 MW), and Rusumo (26.67 MW). All 12,318 villages in mainland Tanzania are now connected to electricity, and 52.3% of hamlets have power supply.
The National ICT Backbone expanded from 8,319 km to 13,820 km, connecting 109 districts. Communication towers increased to 9,278, and internet costs were reduced. The 10-year Digital Economy Strategy and Startup Policy were introduced to promote innovation, and the Mama Samia Innovation Fund was launched to finance tech entrepreneurs.
E-government services advanced with integration of 898 systems, leading to Tanzania’s top ranking in East Africa for e-governance maturity.
Governance, Political Reforms, Public Service & National Security
The President highlighted the passage of 60 bills and 922 resolutions by the 12th Parliament. Key laws enacted included the Independent National Electoral Commission Act and amendments to election and political party legislation, ensuring all candidates must be voted for, even when unopposed.
Political rallies were restored, and TZS 87.87 billion in subsidies was disbursed to political parties. Media operations were liberalized, and the number of platforms rose to 712. The Samia Kalama Awards were introduced to promote development journalism.
The public sector added 135,626 new employees. Salary arrears of TZS 252.76 billion were cleared, and the minimum wage was increased by 35% to TZS 500,000.
In justice, the judiciary’s budget rose to TZS 321 billion. New appointments and legal aid outreach benefited 2.69 million citizens. Thirteen laws were translated into Swahili, and 446 laws were updated.
Over 16,000 new police officers were recruited and 472 police stations built at local levels. Eight new prisons and a zonal hospital are under construction. The Fire and Rescue Force acquired 12 fire trucks and two rescue boats. The Immigration Department made 97,538 arrests for immigration offenses and continued construction of the Rafael Kubaga Training College.
The National Disaster Policy and Law were enacted. Notable responses included rescue operations in Hanang, Bukoba, and Kariakoo, and the construction of 109 permanent houses for disaster victims.
Mining
President Samia highlighted that the mining sector’s contribution to GDP increased from 6.8% in 2020 to 10% in 2024. The government expanded the number of mineral trading hubs and auction centres and established gold refineries in Mwanza, Dodoma, Dar es Salaam, Geita, and Chunya. The State Mining Corporation (STAMICO) was restructured and strengthened. Support for small-scale miners included the provision of drilling equipment and the revocation of 2,648 dormant applications to open up access to mining areas. Small-scale miners now contribute 40% of all mining revenue.
Tourism
International tourist arrivals more than doubled from 1.02 million in 2021 to 2.41 million in 2024, while domestic tourism grew from 788,933 to 3.2 million in the same period. Tourism revenue rose from $700 million in 2020 to $3.9 billion in 2024. The President also noted growth in youth employment in the sector, with more licensed tour operators and guides. Two commissions were formed to manage land use and voluntary relocation issues in the Ngorongoro Conservation Area following consultations with local residents.
Transport Infrastructure
The President announced the official launch of SGR freight services between Dar es Salaam and Dodoma on 27 June 2025. The completed sections of the Standard Gauge Railway have already served over 2.5 million passengers and generated TZS 60.88 billion in revenue. Construction continues on other sections including Mwanza–Isaka, Makutupora–Tabora, and Tabora–Kigoma, while the Uvinza–Musongati line linking Burundi is under preparation.
In road transport, tarmac roads expanded to 4,092 km, while gravel roads increased to 44,372 km. Major bridge projects completed include the John Pombe Magufuli Bridge and others across the country. BRT Phase II was completed, and Phases III and IV are underway. The 112-km Dodoma ring road is over 80% complete.
The aviation sector saw completion or upgrades at airports in Musoma, Sumbawanga, Shinyanga, Tabora, Kigoma, and Geita. Msalato International Airport is 87% complete for runway works. Air Tanzania’s fleet grew to 16 aircraft with new international routes planned. At the ports, waiting times for cargo ships were reduced from 46 to 7 days, and monthly revenue increased to over TZS 1 trillion.
Closing of the 12th Parliament
President Samia concluded by announcing that the 12th Parliament will be dissolved on 3 August 2025. She urged political parties to nominate women, youth, and persons with disabilities, and called on citizens to uphold peace and unity ahead of the General Elections.
