27-09-2026
Prime Minister of Tanzania HE Mwigulu Nchemba said that his country and the State of Qatar enjoy strong cooperation relations, expressing its interest in further developing these relations, particularly in the areas of private-sector cooperation and investment.
He made the remarks during a meeting with a Qatar Chamber delegation, headed by H.E. Mohamed bin Ahmed bin Twar Al Kuwari, First Vice Chairman of Qatar Chamber, on Sunday, 27 September, at the Marsa Malaz Kimpiniski Hotel, in the presence of Board Member Shaheen bin Lahdan Al Mohannadi.
Also present at the meeting were H.E. Fahad bin Rashid Al-Muraikhi, Ambassador of the State of Qatar to the United Republic of Tanzania, and H.E. Habibu Awesi Mohamed, Ambassador of the United Republic of Tanzania to the State of Qatar.
H.E. Dr. Nchemba said there is significant potential for cooperation between the two countries that can be harnessed to benefit both economies, noting that Tanzania offers investment opportunities in key sectors, including food security, energy and infrastructure.
For his part, H.E. Mohamed bin Twar welcomed the Tanzanian Prime Minister’s visit to Qatar, noting that it would contribute to strengthening cooperation between the two countries, particularly at the private-sector level.
He noted that Tanzania is rife with natural resources and investment opportunities across various sectors, making it a promising investment destination and encouraging Qatari investors to explore and invest in these opportunities.
He added that Qatari business owners are interested in investing in Tanzania, particularly in sectors offering attractive investment incentives, noting the possibility of organising a Qatari business delegation to visit Tanzania and explore these opportunities firsthand.
During the meeting, Ebrahim Mafuru, Director General of the Tanzania Trade and Investment Authority, highlighted the key features of the Tanzanian economy, economic and trade cooperation between Qatar and Tanzania, major products that could be exported to Qatar, and investment opportunities available across various sectors.
He also outlined key sectors open to Qatari investors, including agriculture and food processing, energy and LNG, minerals, livestock, the blue economy, tourism and hospitality, as well as infrastructure, including ports, logistics and special economic zones.
