Tanzania's Planning and Investment Budget for 2026/27, amounting to TZS 144.85 billion, aims to support a new National Investment Policy and establish five strategic Special Economic Zones (SEZs) to attract over TZS 797 billion. The budget also targets making Tanzania a leading vehicle producer in Africa by 2030 and includes the creation of Youth Industrial SEZs across six regions. Ongoing flagship projects include Hengya Cement, Airtel's 5G rollout, and Songea Sukari's sugar complex.

Msalato International Airport in Dodoma is set to commence operations in September 2026 as construction nears completion. The airport is designed to accommodate 1.5 million passengers each year and aims to enhance both domestic and international air connectivity, thereby bolstering investment and economic activity in Tanzania's capital.

Tanzania's 2026/27 budget is set at TZS 62.33 trillion (USD 24 billion), reflecting a 10.3% increase from the previous year. The budget aims for a 6.3% GDP growth, with 74.2% of funding sourced from domestic revenue as grants decrease by 39.1%. Key measures for investors include reducing the deemed profit-distribution tax from 30% to 15%, a one-year income tax holiday for new businesses, and VAT exemptions on specific sectors.

The Kabanga Nickel Project is progressing towards implementation, with Lifezone Metals' Executive Chairman Keith Liddell and Treasury Registrar Nehemiah Mchechu briefing President Samia Suluhu Hassan on June 8, 2026. They confirmed an agreed project structure and are finalizing the refinery and beneficiation component. The USD 942 million project aims for a final investment decision in 2026, projected to generate USD 2.4 billion in corporate income taxes and approximately 1,090 jobs.

According to Daily News, global investors are increasingly choosing Tanzania as a strategic investment destination due to its political stability, access to regional markets, abundant resources, reliable infrastructure, and a supportive government. These factors are seen as more significant than just tax incentives, making Tanzania an attractive option for international manufacturing companies.

Zanzibar has approved a budget of TZS 8.52 trillion (approximately USD 3.28 billion) for the 2026/27 fiscal year, marking a 22.11% increase. The budget aims for a 7.5% GDP growth while reducing reliance on external financing to 2.8%. Key sectors for investment include tourism, agriculture, fisheries, small and medium enterprises, and the blue economy. Measures to attract investors include the upcoming launch of a stock exchange and tax incentives for manufacturers and commercial vehicles.