About Tanzania: A Comprehensive Overview of Its Geography, People, Economy, and Development
Examining the country profile — from demographics to geography to economics and beyond.
Hi, and welcome to Miamia. Let’s take a closer look at Tanzania through a range of key macro indicators that define its national profile and economic potential. From geographic location to demographic trends, we explore how Tanzania’s strategic position along the Indian Ocean and its rapidly growing population shape its role in regional trade and development. We then examine economic indicators such as GDP growth, inflation rate, public debt levels, fiscal balance, and foreign direct investment inflows — key measures that reveal the strength and stability of the country’s economy. Closely related are trade and competitiveness indicators, including trade openness, export performance, and the overall ease of doing business.
Next, we turn to governance and institutional indicators, such as corruption perception, regulatory quality, and political stability, which together influence investor confidence and long-term sustainability. Supporting these are infrastructure and digital adoption indicators — access to electricity, internet penetration, mobile connectivity, and digital readiness — all of which highlight Tanzania’s progress toward a modern, connected economy. We also review social and human development indicators, including education attainment, health outcomes, and labor force participation, to understand the country’s human capital base. Finally, environmental and sustainability indicators, such as renewable energy share and CO₂ emissions per capita, show how Tanzania is balancing growth with ecological responsibility. Together, these indicators form a comprehensive macroeconomic and development snapshot — offering a clear view of Tanzania’s current standing, opportunities, and future potential in the regional and global context.
Key Indicators
| # | Indicator | Latest Value | Year | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Total Land Area (sq. km) | 947,300km2 | 2023 | World Bank |
| 2 | Population Size | 68,560,000 | 2024 | UN Population Division |
| 3 | Population Growth Rate (%) | 2.9 | 2024 | UN Population Division |
| 4 | Urbanization Rate (%) | 37.4 | 2023 | CIA Factbook |
| 5 | GDP (current USD) | $78.78 billion | 2024 | World Bank |
| 6 | GDP per Capita (USD) | $1,185.75 | 2024 | World Bank |
| 7 | GDP Growth Rate (%) | 5.53 | 2024 | World Bank |
| 8 | Inflation Rate (CPI %) | 3.1 | 2024 | World Bank |
| 9 | FDI Inflows (% of GDP) | 2.06 | 2023 | World Bank |
| 10 | Public Debt (% of GDP) | 47.3 | 2024 | IMF/World Bank |
| 11 | Ease of Doing Business Score | 54.5 | 2020 | World Bank (Doing Business) |
| 12 | Corruption Perceptions Index (CPI) | 41 | 2024 | Transparency Int. |
| 13 | Political Stability Index (WB) | –0.05 | 2023 | World Bank |
| 14 | Internet Penetration Rate (%) | 29.10 | 2023 | World Bank/ITU |
| 15 | Mobile Cellular Subscriptions (per 100 people) | 105.40 | 2023 | World Bank/ITU |
| 16 | Electricity Access (% of population) | 48.30 | 2023 | World Bank |
| 17 | Labor Force Participation Rate (%) | 83.72 | 2024 | World Bank |
| 18 | Literacy Rate (%) | 82.02 | 2022 | World Bank/UNESCO |
| 19 | CO₂ Emissions per Capita (metric tons) | 0.29 | 2023 | World Bank/UNFCCC |
| 20 | Renewable Energy Share (% of total energy) | 85.71 | 2015 | World Bank/IRENA |