Dar es Salaam, Oct. 21 -- ELECTION periods often bring uncertainty and concern, particularly among members of the business community. Based on my assessment and the latest Bank of Tanzania (BoT) monthly economic reports, I remain confident that despite Tanzanias slightly underwhelming Q1 2025 performance, the country is on track to achieve its full-year real GDP growth forecast of 6.1 per cent.

My calculations, which consider various economic factors, indicate that growth is expected to moderate slightly to 5.9 per cent through 2026, remaining in line with the 2015–2024 average of 5.8 per cent.

This momentum will be supported by increased mining activity and a more favourable business environment. Risks are likely to lean towards ...