Resources

A curated collection of essential books, reports, podcasts, and data sources for understanding Tanzania's business landscape and investment opportunities across East Africa.

Essential Reading

Tanzania: The Path to Prosperity

Economic History

Benno Ndulu et al.

Comprehensive analysis of Tanzania's economic development from independence through the 2010s, examining policies, institutions, and growth drivers that shaped the modern economy.

The Political Economy of Tanzania

Political Economy

Michael F. Lofchie

Essential reading on how political decisions have shaped Tanzania's economic trajectory, from the Arusha Declaration through structural adjustment to market liberalization.

Emerging Africa: How the Global Economy's 'Last Frontier' Can Prosper and Matter

Regional Development

Kingsley Moghalu

Forward-looking analysis of Africa's economic potential with significant coverage of East African markets including Tanzania's role in regional integration.

The Bottom Billion

Development Economics

Paul Collier

While covering global development challenges, offers crucial insights into the structural issues facing economies like Tanzania and pathways to sustainable growth.

Africa Rising: How 900 Million African Consumers Offer More Than You Think

Market Analysis

Vijay Mahajan

Market-focused analysis of African consumer trends with relevance to understanding Tanzania's growing middle class and domestic consumption patterns.

Key Reports & Analysis

Tanzania Economic Update

World Bank GroupBiannual Report

Comprehensive analysis of Tanzania's macroeconomic performance, fiscal policy, and development priorities, with sector-specific deep dives.

East Africa Economic Outlook

African Development BankAnnual Report

Regional perspective on East African economies including Tanzania's role in the EAC and prospects for cross-border trade and investment.

Tanzania Investment Climate Statement

U.S. Department of StateAnnual Report

Detailed assessment of Tanzania's investment environment, regulatory framework, and market access considerations for foreign investors.

Doing Business: Tanzania

World Bank (Historical)Business Environment Assessment

Benchmarking of Tanzania's business regulations and their effect on domestic firms and foreign investors.

Podcasts

Africa Business Radio

Business

Hosted by ABR Network

Regular coverage of East African business developments including Tanzania market updates, interviews with business leaders, and investment analysis.

The East African Podcast

Regional

Hosted by The EastAfrican

Weekly discussions on East African Community developments, cross-border trade, and regional business stories affecting Tanzania.

African Tech Roundup

Technology

Hosted by ATR

Coverage of African tech ecosystems with regular features on Tanzania's fintech sector, startup scene, and digital economy developments.

Mining Indaba Podcast

Mining

Hosted by Mining Indaba

Industry perspectives on African mining developments with coverage of Tanzania's gold, tanzanite, and emerging mineral sectors.

News Sources

The EastAfrican

Daily/Weekly

Nation Media Group

Leading regional business newspaper covering Tanzania, Kenya, Uganda, and Rwanda with daily business news and weekly analysis.

Africa Briefing

Daily

The Africa Report

Pan-African coverage with regular features on Tanzania's economy, politics, and key business developments.

TanzaniaInvest Newsletter

Weekly

TanzaniaInvest

Focused coverage of investment opportunities, sector developments, and market analysis specific to Tanzania.

African Business Magazine

Monthly

IC Publications

Long-running publication covering African business with regular Tanzania features on major deals and market developments.

Official Sources

Bank of Tanzania

Central bank publications, monetary policy reports, and financial sector statistics.

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