Tanzania banks on the MINEXPO 2026 to advance technological mining in EAC bloc

DAR ES SALAAM: THE Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Minerals, Engineer Yahya Samamba, is expected to officially open the 10th International Mining Technology and Equipment Exhibition (MINEXPO Tanzania 2026), which aims to promote investment and the adoption of modern technologies in Tanzania’s mining sector and across East Africa.

The exhibition will take place from October 28 to 30, 2026, at the Diamond Jubilee Exhibition Centre in Dar es Salaam. It is expected to attract exhibitors from 30 countries showcasing technologies and equipment for mining and mineral processing, mineral exploration, industrial automation systems and sustainable mining solutions.

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Expogroup Tanzania Director, Ben Mosha, said the exhibition would serve as a platform bringing together investors, equipment manufacturers and suppliers, mining experts and government representatives to discuss business opportunities, exchange experience and strengthen cooperation.

Institutions expected to participate include the Tanzania Trade Development Authority (TANTRADE), the Tanzania Mining Equipment Suppliers Association (TAMISA), the Tanzania Investment and Special Economic Zones Authority (TISEZA), the Tanzania Women Miners Association (TAWOMA) and the National Commercial Directory (NCD).