Tanzania: New Natural Gas Discovery Revives Energy Sector

Author: fr.africanews.comPublished on: October 28, 2026Country: Tanzania

Business & Economy

Tanzania: New Natural Gas Discovery Revives Energy Sector

Tanzania’s Ministry of Energy has announced the discovery of natural gas reserves estimated at 223 billion cubic feet, or about 6.3 billion cubic metres. The ministry described the find as a “major milestone” in strengthening the country’s energy supply.

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