Why Tanzania’s Sh600 billion steel plant matters nationally

Minister for Minerals Anthony Mavunde (right) holds talks with A1 Iron & Steel Tanzania Ltd Managing Director Himanshu Tiwari at his office in Dodoma on preparations for the planned iron and steel plant. PHOTO | COURTESY

Dodoma. Tanzania plans to build a Sh600 billion integrated steel plant in Dodoma in a development that marks one of the country’s most significant steps yet in turning mineral wealth into industrial capacity.

The project could also reshape how the country uses its iron ore resources to drive manufacturing, jobs and long-term economic growth.