DAR ES SALAAM, May 23 -- THE Tanzania Investment and Special Economic Zones Authoritys (TISEZA) Director General, Mr Gilead Teri has requested a globally renowned football legend, former England and Manchester United Captain, Mr Rio Ferdinand to serve as Tanzanias goodwill ambassador for investment.

He urged the football icon to become an ambassador for the countrys investment sector by sharing his Tanzanias experience with international investors and business networks upon returning home.

Furthermore, he encouraged Mr Ferdinand to tap various investment opportunities in Tanzania given the countrys conducive investment atmosphere.

He welcomed Mr Ferdinand for investment on Friday in Arusha in a meeting presided over by the Minister for...