MAHENGE SHINES IN MINERAL REVENUE COLLECTION.






🔶 STRATEGIC PROJECTS BOOST DEVELOPMENT PROSPECTS


Mahenge


The Mahenge Mining Region has recorded strong performance in mineral revenue collection for the 2025/2026 financial year, after collecting TSH 270 million—equivalent to 62 percent of the target of TSH 433 million for the period between July and October 2025. The annual target stands at TSH 1.3 billion.


Speaking to journalists recently, the Resident Mining Officer (RMO) for Mahenge, Jonas Mwano, said the achievement is a result of increased production of gemstones as well as strengthened management and control systems within the sector.


Mwano explained that Mahenge—which comprises the districts of Ulanga, Kilombero, and Malinyi—continues to be a hub for the production of gemstones, industrial minerals such as graphite, and construction minerals including aggregates, sand, and stones.


He noted that despite the area largely depending on gemstone production, major strategic projects set to begin soon are expected to significantly boost the region’s economic growth.


“These projects include the Faru Graphite and Duma companies, which have already secured licenses and are preparing to start production,” he said.


According to Mwano, the projects will contribute to improving infrastructure in Mahenge, including the availability of reliable electricity for mining operations and household use, as well as the construction of tarmac roads.


“The road from Ifakara to Ulanga has been a long-standing challenge. For containers from Kinywe to be transported safely, we need a reliable road. We are hopeful that this investment will open a new chapter,” he emphasized.


He added that the companies are expected to create employment for local residents, with Faru Graphite set to begin by hiring 500 people, while Duma is expected to employ 300.


Meanwhile, small-scale miners have urged the Government to find ways to ease access to minerals in the domestic market.


Khalid Njechere, a gemstone dealer, said that some large investors export minerals abroad under special permits, leaving small-scale miners with insufficient raw materials.


“We ask the Government to engage with large investors so that at least part of their minerals remains in the country. We face major challenges accessing minerals in the market,” he said.


For his part, Shafii Daome, Assistant Manager at RGI Company—which specializes in spinel mining—said the company has employed 64 Tanzanians and six foreign workers, while also implementing community projects including the construction of ward offices and the clearing of a seven-kilometer road that becomes problematic during the rainy season.


Daome stressed that they will continue partnering with the Government to improve economic and social conditions for communities living around mining areas.

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