ZANZIBAR, Jan. 1 -- Mining, agriculture, construction, and tourism were the main drivers behind Tanzanias economic growth in 2025, with the countrys GDP expanding by 5.8percent, President Samia Suluhu Hassan announced in her year-end address. The growth marked an increase from 5.2percent in 2024.

Speaking from Tunguu, Zanzibar, President Samia highlighted that deliberate government investment in strategic infrastructure, coupled with strong sectoral contributions, had strengthened the economy.

“Our economy has continued to grow due to deliberate investments in strategic infrastructure and strong contributions from sectors such as mining, agriculture, construction, finance, services, and tourism,” she said.

Mining remained a...