Tanzania, April 18 -- Arusha. The government has called on tourism stakeholders to take advantage of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (Afcon) and other major international events to market Tanzania as a leading tourist destination.

Minister for Natural Resources and Tourism, Dr Ashatu Kijaji, said the upcoming tournaments and conferences present an opportunity to boost visitor numbers and revenue.

Speaking during a training session for tour guides in Arusha on Friday April 18, 2026, Dr Kijaji urged industry players to begin early preparations, including developing special tourism packages aligned with visitors' schedules.

According to her, Tanzania will host major global events, including Afcon 2027, the 153rd Inter-Parliamentary Union (...