DAR ES SALAAM, June 16 -- AS the country expands mineral exploration and pushes for greater value addition, policymakers, researchers and industry leaders say the countrys mineral wealth could become a catalyst for renewable energy development, industrialisation and long-term economic growth.

The opportunity lies not only in extracting minerals but in converting finite natural resources into industries, technologies and infrastructure capable of generating value long after deposits are exhausted.

That message emerged during the 11th University of Dar es Salaam Research and Innovation Week (RIW), where stakeholders discussed how Tanzania can maximise the benefits of its mineral endowment while supporting renewable energy, digital transfo...