NAMTUMBO, RUVUMA — July 30, 2025:
President of the United Republic of Tanzania, H.E. Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, was met with overwhelming crowds at Songea Airport in the southern region of Ruvuma as she arrived for the highly anticipated official launch of Tanzania’s first Uranium Mining Project in Namtumbo District.
The historic occasion marks a significant leap for Tanzania in the global energy and mineral economy, as uranium remains a highly strategic resource in the development of nuclear energy, medical technologies, and various industrial sectors.
What This Means for Tanzania and Africa
This uranium project is more than just a local development—it places Tanzania on the map as a serious player in strategic mineral exports. At a time when many countries are exploring clean and reliable energy alternatives, uranium is a critical mineral. Countries like China, Russia, and France are currently increasing their nuclear energy portfolios, and demand for uranium is steadily rising.
President Samia’s administration has committed to ensuring that Tanzania’s natural wealth benefits Tanzanians first, with strong local content policies, strict environmental safeguards, and frameworks for international cooperation that protect sovereignty.
Key Highlights:
First-ever uranium mine to begin commercial production in Tanzania- Located in Namtumbo District, Ruvuma Region
- Part of broader strategy to diversify Tanzania’s mining sector beyond gold, coal, and gemstones
- Hundreds of jobs expected for local youth and skilled workers
- Tanzanian government emphasizes benefit-sharing with local communities
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