MPs ratify green investment pact
DODOMA: THE National Assembly has ratified the Global Green Growth Institute (GGGI) agreement, paving the way for increased green investment, job creation and access to climate financing.
Presenting the resolution in the House yesterday, Minister of State in the Vice-President’s Office (Union and Environment), Engineer Hamad Masauni, said Tanzania stands to benefit from expanded access to grants and concessional loans, alongside enhanced capacity to implement climate and environmental projects.
He noted that the agreement will strengthen the country’s ability to identify, develop and manage climate change mitigation and adaptation initiatives, while increasing the number of accredited local institutions capable of accessing international environmental funds.
“The initiative will also help build local expertise and boost productivity in green economic sectors,” he said.
Eng Masauni added that joining GGGI will widen Tanzania’s diplomatic reach and influence in environmental, economic and political spheres, while supporting the country’s transition to a sustainable economy.
GGGI is an international organisation that supports member states in implementing development strategies that promote green growth, in line with the Sustainable Development Goals and the Paris Agreement on climate change.
Established in 2012, the organisation had 55 members as of May 2026, including 13 African countries such as Rwanda, Uganda, Kenya and Ethiopia.
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Presenting the views of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Water and Environment, its Chairperson, Mr Jackson Kiswaga, urged the Vice-President’s Office – Environment to coordinate all GGGI-related activities to ensure effective implementation across key sectors.
He also called for regular reviews of laws and policies to align with the agreement and safeguard national interests.
“After joining, the government should assess whether the intended objectives are achieved and ensure GGGI works closely with local experts in developing green project proposals,” he said.
Several lawmakers supported the move, noting that countries already in the initiative are benefiting from increased investment and technical support in green development.
The House later endorsed the resolution in accordance with Article 63(3)(e) of the Constitution of the United Republic of Tanzania, 1977.
