Game-changing EACLC hub launch today
DAR ES SALAAM: PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan is set to launch the East African Commercial and Logistics Centre (EACLC) today, a landmark project poised to transform regional trade, logistics and investment across East Africa and beyond.
Dar es Salaam Regional Commissioner Albert Chalamila told reporters on Wednesday during a press briefing held in Dar es salaam that the event will bring together a wide range of participants, including current tenants, prospective investors, business leaders and members of the diplomatic community.
He said the inauguration marks a significant milestone in President Samia’s agenda to stimulate economic transformation through infrastructure development, investment facilitation and regional integration.
“The construction of the centre began in May 2023 and has now been completed. Following its completion, President Samia has honoured us by agreeing to come to Dar es Salaam to officially launch the centre on August 1, 2025,” he said.
He added: “We expect to welcome business owners who have already secured premises, potential investors and other invited guests to take part in this major event marking the opening of a key commercial centre that is set to bring significant economic and trade transformation in East Africa and even across the African continent.” Mr Chalamila urged both Tanzanians and international guests to join and attend the historic occasion.
“I call on all Tanzanians and visitors to join us in celebrating this important day for the launch of the EACLC, which will enhance both domestic and international trade,” he said.
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The centre, according to Chalamila, comprises over 2,000 modern commercial units, including warehouses, office spaces and smart parking areas, offering vast opportunities for both Tanzanian and foreign entrepreneurs to operate within a robust regional logistics hub.
“This centre is not just large in name, but also in appearance and service provision. It features large retail spaces, state-of-theart warehouses, modern parking areas and contemporary office blocks. All these facilities are available for lease to both local and international entrepreneurs for trade within and beyond our borders,” he said.
Mr Chalamila further called upon investors both local and foreign to visit the centre, explore leasing opportunities and engage in cross-border trade that supports national and regional economic development.
“We now welcome all Tanzanians and even non-Tanzanians to come and conduct business here, either by leasing spaces or through other available arrangements provided onsite,” he said.
He added that the involvement of a foreign investor in the development of the EACLC does not limit opportunities for local businesses. Instead, it reflects a successful public-private partnership model, similar to previous ventures such as Mlimani City and the DDC Kariakoo commercial centre.
Mr Chalamila also encouraged interested investors to liaise with the Tanzania Investment and Special Economic Zones Authority (TISEZA) for guidance on partnering with the government in high-impact investment projects across various strategic sectors.
“I urge all those who wish to invest in Tanzania to go directly to TISEZA to access vital information on how to engage in impactful investment projects for the benefit of our nation, other countries and the global economy at large,” he said.
