LONDON, United Kingdom, July 21, 2026 — Tanzania has stepped up its engagement with international capital markets as the Minister of Finance, Hon. Ambassador Khamis Mussa Omar (MP), commenced a six-day official working visit to London aimed at attracting long-term investment and strengthening the country's position in global financial markets.
A key highlight of the visit will be the Minister serving as the Guest of Honour at the launch of the first offshore Tanzanian Shilling-denominated bond issued by the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and listed on the London Stock Exchange (LSE).
The landmark bond is expected to broaden investment opportunities in Tanzania while attracting a new class of international institutional investors interested in supporting the country's long-term economic development agenda.
Upon his arrival at Heathrow International Airport, Hon. Omar was welcomed by Tanzania's High Commissioner to the United Kingdom, Ambassador Mbelwa Kairuki. Later, the Finance Minister visited the Tanzanian High Commission in London, where he received a briefing on the Embassy's activities and held discussions on the strategic priorities of the visit.
The official mission, running from July 21 to July 26, 2026, is designed to deepen Tanzania's participation in international financial markets, mobilise long-term capital, and reinforce the country's reputation as one of Africa's most attractive investment destinations.
During the visit, Hon. Omar is expected to engage with global asset managers, sovereign investors, development finance institutions and commercial banks to showcase investment opportunities across key sectors, including infrastructure, energy, manufacturing, agriculture, mining and financial services.
The programme also includes bilateral meetings with major international financial institutions and development partners, including the World Bank, the International Finance Corporation (IFC), Standard Bank, and representatives of the London Stock Exchange. Discussions will focus on Tanzania's economic outlook, the National Development Vision 2050, and the implementation of the Fourth Five-Year Development Plan (FYDP IV).
The visit underscores Tanzania's continued efforts to diversify its sources of development financing, strengthen investor confidence and position the country as a preferred destination for sustainable, long-term investment.
Source: Ministry of Finance, Tanzania.
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