The dedicated team driving Tanzania's mineral sector forward — through policy, regulation and international partnerships.
"Tanzania's participation in Mining Indaba 2026 is part of a national strategy to position the country as a key partner in the global minerals value chain, at a time when Africa is increasingly recognized as a strategic supplier of critical minerals."
"7th International Mining Conference to be held in November 2026 — postponed to allow preparations for the General Election. Tanzania remains fully committed to attracting responsible investment in our mineral sector."
Hon. Anthony P. Mavunde is the current Minister of Minerals of the United Republic of Tanzania. He was appointed to this position by His Excellency President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan.
As Minister, Hon. Mavunde has led Tanzania's delegation to key international forums including Mining Indaba 2026 in Cape Town, South Africa, where Tanzania positioned itself as a strategic partner in the global critical minerals value chain.
Under his leadership, the Ministry has overseen significant milestones including the granting of a Rare Earth Elements (REE) licence to STAMICO in Sesenga, Morogoro, and the launch of graphite mine construction at Kinywe Mahenge.
Through the Ministry: ps@madini.go.tz
Ministry of Minerals, Madini Street, Dodoma
Hon. Dr. Steven L. Kiruswa serves as Deputy Minister of Minerals. He holds a doctoral degree and brings significant academic and professional experience to the role.
Dr. Kiruswa has represented Tanzania at the Second African Ministers of Mining Meeting, participating in continental discussions on strategic mineral policy.
He has also conducted field visits to active mining operations, including the Shanta Gold Mine in Singida and witnessed the signing of the Coal Sales Agreement (Mkataba wa Mauziano Makaa ya Mawe).
Eng. Yahya I. Samamba serves as the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Minerals. As Permanent Secretary, he is the chief accounting officer and principal advisor to the Minister on technical matters related to the mineral sector.
Eng. Samamba issued the official statement announcing the rescheduling of the 7th International Mining Investment Conference from November 2025 to 19–21 November 2026, to be held at the Julius Nyerere International Convention Centre in Dar es Salaam.
He also oversaw the receipt of a book from the Ambassador of India during bilateral discussions on strategic mineral research cooperation.
ps@madini.go.tz
P.O. Box 422, Dodoma, Tanzania
Mr. Msafiri L. Mbibo serves as Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Minerals, supporting the Permanent Secretary in overseeing day-to-day operations and policy implementation.
Mr. Mbibo has represented the Ministry at key events including the 8th Mining Technology Exhibition in Geita, where he joined Ministry staff and women miners (TAWOMA) in promoting inclusive participation in Tanzania's mineral sector.