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Tanzania
🏙️ Capital city:
Dodoma
📈 Country population:
68 million
🗺️ Country area:
947,303 km²
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| Official Name | United Republic of Tanzania |
| Common Name | Tanzania |
| Political Status | Sovereign unitary presidential republic |
| ISO Codes | TZ, TZA, 834 |
| Internet TLD | .tz |
| Calling Code | +255 |
| Capital City | Dodoma |
| Largest City | Dar es Salaam |
| Coordinates | 6.37° S, 34.89° E |
| Time Zone | UTC+3 (East Africa Time) |
| Population (2025 est.) | ~68 million |
| Area | 947,303 km² |
| Population Density | ~72 per km² |
| Languages | Swahili (national), English (official) |
| Currency | Tanzanian Shilling (TZS) |
| Driving Side | Left |
| GDP (Nominal) | ~USD 85 billion |
| GDP Per Capita | ~USD 1,250 |
| HDI | Low |
| Life Expectancy | ~66 years |
| Continent & Subregion | Africa — East Africa |
| National Day | Union Day (26 April) |
| National Anthem | Mungu ibariki Afrika |
Geography & Environment
- Located in East Africa along the Indian Ocean.
- Borders Kenya, Uganda, Rwanda, Burundi, DR Congo, Zambia, Malawi, and Mozambique.
- Includes Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak.
- Home to major lakes: Victoria, Tanganyika, and Nyasa (Malawi).
- Climate varies from tropical coastal to temperate highlands.
Demographics
- Population: ~68 million.
- Over 120 ethnic groups.
- Major cities: Dar es Salaam, Dodoma, Mwanza, Arusha.
- Religions: Christianity, Islam, traditional beliefs.
History
- Ancient trading routes linked Africa, Arabia, and Asia.
- Colonized by Germany, later administered by Britain.
- Tanganyika gained independence in 1961.
- Union of Tanganyika and Zanzibar formed Tanzania in 1964.
Government & Politics
- Political system: Presidential republic.
- Head of State & Government: President.
- Legislature: unicameral National Assembly.
- Semi-autonomous government in Zanzibar.
Economy
- Lower-middle-income developing economy.
- Key sectors: agriculture, mining, tourism, services.
- Main exports: gold, coffee, cashew nuts, tobacco.
- Strengths: natural resources, tourism growth.
- Weaknesses: infrastructure gaps, poverty.
Culture & Society
- Swahili culture unifies diverse ethnic groups.
- Strong traditions in music, dance, and storytelling.
- Peaceful coexistence of multiple religions.
Food & Cuisine
- Staple foods: maize, rice, cassava.
- Traditional dishes: ugali, nyama choma, pilau.
- Coastal cuisine influenced by Arab and Indian flavors.
Education & Institutions
- Expanding access to primary and secondary education.
- Major institutions: University of Dar es Salaam.
Tourism
- One of Africa’s top safari destinations.
- Top attractions: Serengeti National Park, Ngorongoro Crater, Zanzibar.
- Renowned for wildlife migration.
Practical Information
- Emergency number: 112.
- Plug type: D/G; Voltage: 230V.
- Developing transport infrastructure.
Sports, Entertainment & Notable People
- Popular sports: football, athletics.
- Strong regional sports participation.
- Notable figures: Julius Nyerere, Diamond Platnumz.
Neighboring Countries of Tanzania
Tanzania is located in East Africa and borders eight countries: Burundi to the northwest, Democratic Republic of the Congo to the west, Kenya to the north, Malawi to the southwest, Mozambique to the south, Rwanda to the northwest, Uganda to the north, and Zambia to the southwest. To the east, it is bordered by the Indian Ocean.
Famous For
- Mount Kilimanjaro.
- Serengeti wildebeest migration.
- Zanzibar’s spice trade.
- Swahili culture.
Sources
- World Bank
- United Nations (UN Data)
- IMF
- CIA World Factbook
- National Bureau of Statistics Tanzania