Tanzania, May 3 -- Songwe. The government has signed a strategic agreement for the extraction and production of helium gas with Helium One Global Limited.

The signing was made through Songwe Helium Limited, a joint venture company, marking a major milestone in the development of the rare global resource.

The project is expected to begin official production in November 2027, positioning Tanzania to the global helium market, which is highly valuable and has limited competition.

The signing ceremony took place on Saturday, April 2, 2026, at the Office of the Songwe Regional Commissioner and was witnessed by senior government officials and representatives of citizens, including religious leaders.

Speaking during the ceremony, Deputy Minis...