AGP Executive Report

Waste to Opportunity: A community initiative in Dar es Salaam is training women, young people and people with disabilities to turn waste into briquettes, fertiliser and chicken feed, pairing environmental skills with financial literacy and leadership training. Marine Conservation: Nairobi Convention members meeting in Dar es Salaam adopted regional plans to tackle plastic pollution, protect seagrass and mangroves, and conserve key Western Indian Ocean habitats. Tanzania also called for stronger cooperation with South Africa on coastal and marine protection. Flood Preparedness: Kondoa residents in valleys and other flood-prone areas were urged to prepare for expected heavy rains associated with El Niño.

Marine Protection: Tanzania and South Africa are seeking closer cooperation on coastal management, pollution and marine habitats. At Nairobi Convention talks in Dar es Salaam, regional leaders also called for stronger ocean governance, climate resilience and action to protect the Western Indian Ocean. Blue Economy: Tanzania’s priorities include turning regional agreements into national plans and budgets, while balancing fisheries, tourism and coastal livelihoods with ecosystem protection. Researchers at TAFIRI have opened a lab to study ocean acidification’s effects on marine life. Climate Risks: Tanzania is preparing for El Niño-related heavy rain and flooding, with residents in flood-prone areas urged to take precautions. The country’s agricultural research agency has also warned that farming practices on land can damage coastal ecosystems, threatening the blue economy. Conservation: A Germany-funded, 3.9-billion-shilling visitor centre has opened in Serengeti National Park, designed to help visitors understand the ecosystem and the need to protect it.

Western Indian Ocean: At COP12 in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania called for stronger regional cooperation and sustainable financing to tackle marine pollution, climate impacts and biodiversity loss. Nairobi Convention priorities include ocean governance, climate resilience and a sustainable blue economy; Tanzania also sought closer marine cooperation with South Africa. Land and Sea: Tanzania’s agricultural researchers warned that farming practices affect coastal ecosystems, linking sustainable agriculture to the country’s blue-economy ambitions. Flood Resilience: Work on Dar es Salaam’s elevated Jangwani bridge aims to keep traffic moving through the flood-prone Msimbazi valley, as authorities urge residents in vulnerable areas to prepare for heavy rains. Conservation and Research: A Germany-funded visitor centre has opened in Serengeti to educate visitors about the ecosystem and conservation. Tanzania has also launched a special laboratory to study ocean acidification’s effects on marine life.

Western Indian Ocean: At COP12 in Dar es Salaam, Vice President Deogratius Ndejembi urged countries to turn marine-protection commitments into laws, budgets and action. His six priorities include tackling ocean pollution, strengthening climate resilience and involving coastal communities. Land and Sea: Tanzania’s agricultural research chief warned that farming practices affect coastal ecosystems, putting the blue economy at risk unless productivity gains go hand in hand with sustainable methods. Marine Science: A new TAFIRI laboratory will study how ocean acidification, warming waters and low oxygen affect marine life, helping identify vulnerable species and guide conservation and aquaculture. Flood Resilience: Dar es Salaam’s elevated Jangwani bridge is being built above the flood-prone Msimbazi valley to keep a major route open during heavy rains.

Marine Conservation: Tanzania’s fisheries research institute has opened a laboratory in Dar es Salaam to study how ocean acidification, warming waters and low oxygen affect marine life, supporting research into resilient species and sustainable aquaculture. The launch comes as the Nairobi Convention’s COP12 wraps up in Dar es Salaam, with regional talks on coastal protection, climate change and sustainable use of ocean resources. Wildlife and Tourism: Serengeti National Park has opened a Sh3.9 billion visitor centre designed to promote conservation education, with rainwater harvesting and measures to reduce carbon emissions. Climate Action: At the IPU assembly in Arusha, Nigerian Deputy Speaker Benjamin Kalu urged lawmakers to turn climate pledges into practical laws and investable projects to strengthen resilience. Global Heat: September 2026 was the world’s second-hottest September on record, according to NOAA, NASA and Copernicus.

Serengeti Conservation: Tanzania National Parks Authority has opened a Sh3.9 billion visitor centre in Seronera, designed to teach visitors about the ecosystem and conservation. Rainwater harvesting and carbon-cutting measures are built into the facility. Blue Economy: Experts say investment in processing and technology could help Tanzania retain more value from fisheries, aquaculture and other marine resources, as it seeks a larger share of the $2.6 trillion global ocean economy. Climate Finance: Tanzania’s reported $12 billion climate-finance gap puts pressure on efforts to turn funding pledges into practical resilience projects; local climate startups are also seeking support to scale their solutions. Wildlife Protection: Tanzania has joined five other southern African countries in a Vulture Safe Zone Alliance, responding to steep population declines driven by poisoning, habitat loss and other threats.

Wildlife Conservation: Tanzania Wildlife Management Authority says it has expanded beehive fences to deter dangerous wildlife, recruited 551 rangers and increased community funding from reserves. Blue Economy: Experts say Tanzania could capture more value from the $2.6 trillion global ocean economy through fisheries, aquaculture, seaweed and blue-carbon projects, backed by local processing and finance. Water Security: A new industry report says more than 35% of water is lost before it is billed in Tanzania, underscoring the need to fix leaks and improve metering. Climate Finance: Tanzania faces a reported $12 billion climate-financing gap, while local startups are getting support to scale resilience solutions. Flood Preparedness: With El Niño rains a concern, authorities have ordered residents in high-risk areas along the Msimbazi River to relocate and directed the Rufiji Water Board to finish an embankment on the Lumemo River.

Climate Resilience: Tanzania’s climate startups have received a boost to scale solutions, as the country faces a reported $12 billion climate-finance gap and calls for climate pledges to become actual funding. El Niño Preparedness: Authorities are raising public awareness and preparing for heavy rains; residents in high-risk areas along Dar es Salaam’s Msimbazi River have been ordered to relocate, while the Rufiji Water Board was told to complete a river embankment before the rains. Wildlife and Conservation: A safari plane struck and killed a zebra while taking off in the Serengeti; all 30 people aboard survived. The incident highlights the risks of operating airstrips amid wildlife habitat. Tanzania is also leading a regional ocean-conservation drive, while an environmental committee has assessed preparations for the East African Crude Oil Pipeline’s first oil. Pollution: Lake Victoria stakeholders are calling for joint action to curb pollution, warning that waste from rivers and communities flows into the shared lake.

Wildlife: African leopards have lost 41% of their historic range, and a new study estimates that about 80,300 remain across the continent, underscoring growing pressure on habitats. Climate Innovation: Ten Tanzanian startups will receive grants and business support through a €95,000 programme to help scale solutions for climate resilience. Wildlife and Tourism: A safari plane struck and killed a zebra while taking off in the Serengeti; all 30 people aboard survived, but the crash highlights the risks of operating airstrips in wildlife habitats. El Niño Preparedness: Forecasts point to unusually heavy rain and flood risks in Tanzania. Authorities are raising public awareness, while residents in high-risk areas along the Msimbazi River have been ordered to relocate.

Climate Innovation: Ten Tanzanian climate startups will get grants and business support under a €95,000 Adaptation & Resilience ClimAccelerator, aiming to move ideas into investment-ready solutions. Wildlife & Park Protection: Kilimanjaro National Park officials report poaching, illegal hunting and tree cutting linked to fires, using helicopter and drone checks, with threats of strong legal action. Blue Economy & Marine Conservation: COP12 in Dar es Salaam is pushing practical investment projects in fisheries, marine tourism, ports and marine products while keeping Indian Ocean conservation central. El Niño Preparedness: Tanzania has ordered residents in Msimbazi River high-risk areas to relocate ahead of El Niño rains as weather risks rise. Carbon Markets: Carbon Streaming says it completed a US$6m sale of Tanzanian cookstove carbon credits, ending the Community Carbon Stream and transferring remaining credits. Agriculture Tech: TADB customers will travel to Japan to learn tech for farming, storage and value addition in maize and rice value chains. Energy & Regional Integration: EAC and China explore a new framework for strategic projects including clean energy and climate action. Governance & Inclusion: At the IPU in Arusha, Tanzania calls for inclusive, trust-based cooperation to tackle global challenges.

Climate Finance Gap: Tanzania says it faces a $12+ billion gap to deliver its climate priorities, warning that weak funding could hit agriculture, water, coastal communities and growth. El Niño Preparedness: Authorities are stepping up measures as El Niño-linked rains approach, including orders for residents in high-risk Msimbazi River areas to relocate and school calendar adjustments. Marine Life & Warming Seas: Rare orca and whale shark sightings off Mozambique are rising, with scientists linking changes in currents and plankton to the developing El Niño cycle. Blue Economy Planning (Zanzibar): Zanzibar launches a seascape plan for the South Unguja area to boost its blue economy and marine management. Conservation & Tourism: Tarangire Park is tasked with improving marketing to attract more tourists, while community-led conservation stories highlight how local action can protect wildlife. Governance & Oversight (IPU Arusha): President Samia and UN chief Guterres urge stronger parliamentary accountability and cooperation on shared crises, including climate change, as the IPU assembly runs in Arusha.

Climate Finance & El Niño Preparedness: Tanzania is warning that climate action is short of nearly $12bn and urged developed countries to turn pledges into real funding, while housing and local authorities are told to start El Niño flood preparations now, not after rains hit. Conservation & Tourism: The government has pushed Tarangire National Park to sharpen marketing to help reach 8 million visitors by 2030, with communities urged to protect resources and benefit from tourism. Governance & Inclusion (IPU Arusha): At the 153rd IPU Assembly, Tanzania highlighted governance progress and called for parliamentary accountability and global cooperation, as Speaker Zungu urged equal opportunities for women in decision-making. Media & Climate Reporting: Journalists across Africa were urged to listen to communities first when covering climate change, treating locals as sources of solutions, not just victims. Energy & Youth Skills: TotalEnergies says its Africa energy push is increasingly tied to local jobs and skills, including youth engagement in Tanzania and Uganda. Blue Economy & Safety: Tanzania and Mozambique strengthened defence and security cooperation, including border protection and immigration management.

Blue Economy & Marine Protection: Tanzania is set to host COP12 to the Nairobi Convention in Dar es Salaam (Oct 6–9), aiming to push regional action on marine pollution, illegal fishing, coastal ecosystem degradation and climate impacts. Climate & Health Research: New findings warn that changing rainfall can boost rodent populations and raise the risk of rodent-borne disease outbreaks, with implications for public health planning. El Niño Preparedness: Tanzania has ordered residents in high-risk Msimbazi River areas to relocate ahead of El Niño rains, while other regions are also stepping up flood and disaster readiness. Finance & Inclusion: Tanzania will introduce financial literacy across university and tertiary curricula, with the Bank of Tanzania and the education ministry jointly rolling out the guidelines. Rural Development Capital: CRDB Foundation is seeking blended finance to unlock funding for rural farmers and ecosystem restoration, linking international development finance with local enterprises. Wildlife & Safety: A safari flight reportedly struck a zebra during takeoff in the Serengeti and later made an emergency belly landing near Kilimanjaro; all passengers and crew survived.

Blue Economy & Marine Protection: Tanzania will host COP12 to the Nairobi Convention (Oct 6–9) in Dar es Salaam, aiming to boost regional action on marine pollution, illegal fishing, coastal ecosystem degradation and climate impacts. Climate Risk & Flood Safety: The government has ordered residents in high-risk Msimbazi River areas to relocate ahead of possible El Niño rains, warning lives and property are at risk and urging action against waste dumping. Mining & Local Jobs: Barrick North Mara’s mining licenses have been renewed for 15 years, with the company citing continued investment, local employment (96% Tanzanians) and community benefits. Wildlife & Aviation Safety: A safari flight reportedly struck a zebra during takeoff from Serengeti, then made an emergency belly landing near Kilimanjaro; all passengers and crew escaped safely. Water Security: Tanzania is pushing stronger water-sector investment as Africa works to close its water investment gap, linking water to food security and climate resilience. Digital Finance & Cybersecurity: Tanzania’s financial sector is urged to strengthen cyber defenses as AI and digital services expand. Tourism Finance: NBC is expanding support for tourism businesses in Arusha with more financing and digital payment solutions.

El Niño Relocation Order: Tanzania’s Union and Environment minister urged residents in high-risk Msimbazi River areas to relocate ahead of possible El Niño rains, warning lives and property are at stake and calling out ongoing waste dumping into waterways. Water Investment Push: President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah called for turning Africa’s water commitments into bankable projects, linking water to food security, climate resilience and poverty reduction. Digital Finance Spotlight: Absa CEO Sitoyo Lopokoiyit praised Tanzania’s mobile money market as unusually innovative, while flagging the high cost of moving money across African borders. ICT Startup Funding: Dodoma set aside Sh5bn for youth-led ICT startups via loans through Azania Bank, aiming to move local digital ideas into scalable businesses. Cybersecurity Focus: Tanzania’s financial sector leaders met to strengthen cyber defenses as AI and digital services expand, urging wider collaboration across regulators, tech firms and telecoms. Tourism & Payments: NBC doubled down on tourism financing and digital payment solutions in Arusha, citing growing demand across the tourism value chain. Blue Economy & Transport: Kenya Ports Authority advanced plans for a modern Likoni ferry passenger terminal to cut congestion and improve safety for the busy cross-channel route. Wildlife & Conservation: A Tanzanian-linked forestry training in Russia highlighted wood processing and environmental protection practices, while a separate conservation story spotlighted recovery work for endangered species.

El Niño & school safety: Tanzania’s Ministry of Education has moved the Mainland school closing date to Nov 13 (from Dec 4) after forecasts warned of potentially heavy El Niño rains that could disrupt classes and threaten students and staff. Water & climate resilience: The government also ordered flood-prone residents to follow expert guidance as it boosts preparedness for El Niño impacts. Rangelands under pressure: In Longido, officials urged more research into invasive weeds and livestock diseases, warning climate change is degrading grazing lands and raising pastoral costs. Digital agriculture push: A new report highlights how mobile phones are helping smallholders access weather, pest alerts, market info and payments—while raising concerns about whether farmers are truly benefiting from the digital shift. Finance & inclusion: Tanzania is rolling out financial literacy into higher and vocational training, as two in three Tanzanians still struggle to manage day-to-day expenses despite wider access to financial services. Green jobs & youth: Experts say Tanzania’s jobs challenge is about creating more productive, formal work—not just increasing the number of people entering the labour market. Local innovation funding: Dodoma launched a Sh5bn programme to finance youth ICT startups with loans up to Sh100m, aiming to turn digital ideas into sustainable businesses.