Connect with licensed mineral operators, dealers and exporters. All mineral trading in Tanzania is regulated by the Mining Commission.
Tanzania is a significant supplier of gold, tanzanite, diamonds, and emerging strategic minerals. The following profiles cover key sourcing routes, trading hubs, certification requirements and contacts for each commodity.
Tanzania is Africa's 4th largest gold producer. Large-scale production by AngloGold Ashanti (Geita), Barrick/ABG (Bulyanhulu, North Mara). Small-scale gold also traded at regional mineral markets.
Found exclusively in Mererani, Tanzania. Arusha is the primary trading and cutting hub — designated as Africa's only gemstone cutting city. TGC provides grading and valuation.
Williamson Diamonds at Mwadui, Shinyanga — operational since 1940, one of Africa's largest kimberlite pipes. Tanzania is a Kimberley Process Certification Scheme (KPCS) participant.
Kinywe Mahenge (Blackrock Mining) is under construction as of 2025 — one of the world's highest-grade flake graphite deposits. Strategic for EV batteries and industrial applications.
Kabanga Nickel (Lifezone Metals / STAMICO) is one of the world's largest undeveloped nickel sulphide deposits. Offtake and partnership discussions are ongoing.
STAMICO was awarded a large-scale REE exploration and mining licence at Sesenga, Morogoro in October 2025. Strategic importance for clean energy technologies.
Apply for a Mineral Dealer Licence (MDL) via the Mining Cadastre Portal.
Search the Mining Commission's database of licensed mineral dealers and producers.
Ensure product certification (KPCS for diamonds, TGC grading for gemstones).
Complete export documentation with the Mining Commission. Pay applicable royalties and levies.