Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – March 5, 2026 – Global specialty chemicals company Sika has announced a major expansion of its operations in Tanzania, marking a significant milestone as the company celebrates 10 years of presence in the country.
The expansion includes the upgrade of its existing manufacturing facility in Dar es Salaam and the launch of a new state-of-the-art plant in Mwanza, a move expected to strengthen local production, create jobs, and support sustainable growth in Tanzania’s rapidly expanding construction sector.
Expanding Local Manufacturing Capacity
The upgraded Dar es Salaam facility will significantly enhance production capacity and operational efficiency, reinforcing Sika’s commitment to supplying high-quality construction solutions manufactured locally.
Meanwhile, the new Mwanza plant has been strategically positioned to serve Tanzania’s Lake Zone and Western corridor, improving product availability and distribution efficiency across regions such as Kagera Region, Shinyanga Region, and surrounding areas.
According to Dennis Ott, General Manager of Sika Tanzania, the investment reflects the company’s long-term confidence in Tanzania’s economic growth.
“Our investment in expanding our Dar es Salaam operations and establishing a new plant in Mwanza reflects our long-term commitment to Tanzania’s industrial growth and economic development,” he said.
“By strengthening our local manufacturing presence, we are closer to our customers, creating jobs, and ensuring that world-class solutions are produced in Tanzania for Tanzania.”
Supporting Infrastructure and Construction Growth
The expansion is expected to boost local production, reduce reliance on imports, and generate new employment opportunities, particularly in technical and manufacturing roles.
The Mwanza facility will also enhance supply efficiency not only for the Lake Zone, but potentially for the broader East African construction market, helping to support infrastructure and commercial development projects with locally manufactured materials.
A Decade of Impact in Tanzania
Over the past ten years, Sika Tanzania has played an important role in supporting the country’s construction and industrial sectors. The company provides advanced technologies used in bonding, sealing, waterproofing, concrete strengthening, and infrastructure protection.
Through initiatives such as Sika Academy, the company has also invested in skills development, training and certifying hundreds of local contractors and applicators.
Key Achievements So Far
- More than 5,000 fundis trained through Sika Academy.
- Materials supplied to over 100 major infrastructure and commercial projects nationwide, including the Julius Nyerere Hydropower Project, Standard Gauge Railway, and Kijazi Interchange.
- 80% reduction in reliance on imported products due to increased local manufacturing.
Aligning with Tanzania’s Industrial and Green Growth Agenda
As Tanzania continues to pursue industrialization and green economy goals, investments in local manufacturing and climate-smart construction technologies are becoming increasingly important.
Sika’s expansion supports these national priorities by promoting sustainable construction practices, local value chain development, and technology transfer, helping position Tanzania as a stronger manufacturing hub for construction materials in the region.
Looking Ahead
As the company enters its second decade in Tanzania, Sika says it is focused on strengthening partnerships with developers, contractors, policymakers, and industry stakeholders to build a more innovative, sustainable, and self-reliant construction sector powered by local production and global expertise.
About Sika
Sika is a global specialty chemicals company with a leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the construction and industrial sectors.
The company operates in 102 countries, with more than 400 factories worldwide. In 2025, Sika’s 33,700 employees generated annual sales of CHF 11.20 billion, while driving innovations that support more sustainable construction and transportation industries.
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