Why Tanzania is tightening controls on inefficient electrical appliances

Dar es Salaam. Tanzania is entering a truly transformative phase in its energy sector, preparing to enforce national energy efficiency standards aimed at strengthening economic resilience, national industrialisation, and environmental sustainability.

During a recent Policy Forum breakfast debate, officials, regulators, and stakeholders outlined the roadmap for the commencement of Minimum Energy Performance Standards (MEPS) and energy labelling, mandatory in the 2026/27 financial year.