GST intensifies mineral exploration, laboratory services to bolster the sector’s efficiency

DODOMA: THE Geological Survey of Tanzania (GST) plans to intensify mineral exploration and strengthen laboratory services in the 2026/27 financial year to improve efficiency in the mining sector and support the country’s economic growth.

GST Chief Executive Officer, Engineer Ally Samaje, announced the priorities when opening the institution’s staff meeting to review performance for the 2025/26 financial year and outline key targets for 2026/27 where he said that the institution will focus on expanding geological research and enhancing laboratory capacity to provide high-quality, cost-effective services to stakeholders in the mining industry.

Additionally, the Engineer urged GST staff to uphold professionalism, embrace innovation and strengthen teamwork, saying the values are essential for improving service delivery and achieving the institution’s strategic objectives.

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“Integrity remains the foundation of quality public service, while innovation will enable the institution to increase efficiency and respond more effectively to the evolving needs of the mining sector,” he said.

Moreover, the GST chief also welcomed the establishment of the Mineral Research Fund, and thanked the government for approving the allocation of 10 per cent of revenue generated from the mining sector to finance mineral exploration activities.

According to the CEO, the funding will significantly enhance GST’s capacity to conduct detailed geological surveys, identify new mineral-rich areas, improve geological data and modernise laboratory services for the benefit of the mining industry and the national economy.