Mining License Holders Trained as Commission Emphasizes Law Compliance




Dodoma, March 18, 2026

The Government, through the Mining Commission, has continued to emphasize compliance with laws and regulations in the mining sector, urging license holders to ensure that mining activities benefit Tanzanians and safeguard national interests.

Speaking in Dodoma during a meeting with mining license holders, the Commissioner of the Mining Commission, Engineer Theonestina Mwasha, stated that the Government’s priority is to empower local license holders while ensuring that foreign investors comply with all investment procedures before commencing operations.

She noted that it is mandatory for foreign investors to obtain approval from the relevant Regional Mining Officer before starting any activities, in addition to possessing the required expertise in the sector.

“It is the responsibility of a license holder to protect the dignity and interests of Tanzanians in mining areas. It is unacceptable to see a Tanzanian being exploited under a license owned by a fellow Tanzanian. The regulations are in place—follow them,” said Engineer Mwasha.

She added that license holders must comply with all license conditions, including appointing a competent manager to oversee mining operations and ensure workers’ safety in the mines.

Engineer Mwasha also condemned the practice by some local license holders of involving foreign investors without following official procedures through Mining Offices, stressing that all agreements must be formal and supervised by the relevant authorities.

“Foreign investors must respect Tanzanian customs and traditions, and also ensure they have experts who can communicate in both Kiswahili and English. The Government is committed to protecting and defending local stakeholders,” she said.

On her part, the Legal Officer of the Mining Commission, Hadija Ramadhan, said the Commission continues to provide education to license holders on technical assistance regulations in accordance with the Mining Act, Chapter 123.

She explained that holders of small-scale mining licenses are allowed to enter into technical assistance agreements with facilitators, but such agreements must be formal and approved by the mining authorities.

She further noted that facilitators are required to provide support in areas such as exploration, mining operations, use of machinery and technology, as well as mineral processing. All equipment must be listed in the agreement and remain the property of the license holder if the contract is terminated.

Meanwhile, Mining Commission Commissioner Dr. Theresia Numbi emphasized the importance of license holders understanding contracts before entering into partnerships, urging them to seek legal expertise.

“A contract is a very important tool. Consult a lawyer to help interpret it before signing. It is better to incur a small cost now than suffer losses later,” she said.

She added that stakeholders in the mining sector should regularly hold review meetings to monitor revenues, challenges, and achievements in their operations.

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