THE United Kingdom’s newly appointed trade envoy to East Africa, Kate Osamor, has arrived in Tanzania for a three-day official visit aimed at enhancing bilateral trade and promoting sustainable investment partnerships between the UK and Tanzania.
The visit, which runs from June 9–11, marks Osamor’s first mission to Tanzania since assuming the role of UK trade envoy to Tanzania, Kenya, and Uganda. Her delegation is engaging key government ministries, private sector leaders, and UK-linked businesses in Dar es Salaam and Zanzibar, reaffirming the UK’s long-standing commitment to inclusive and mutually beneficial economic cooperation.
“I am delighted to be visiting Tanzania for the first time in my role as the UK trade envoy to East Africa,” said Osamor. “This visit is about building meaningful connections — strengthening the bridge between UK investment and Tanzania’s dynamic growth.”
During her stay, Osamor will meet with Prof. Kitila Mkumbo, the Minister of Planning and Investment, visit notable British-affiliated companies including Diageo’s Serengeti Breweries, Kazi Yetu Tea Factory, and engage with the Zanzibar Investment Promotion Authority (ZIPA).
Her schedule also features a visit to the British Business Group Trade Fair, where she will interact with companies such as Vodacom, MECCO, Tower & Co, Kabanga Nickel, and Propav, as part of the UK’s drive to foster private-sector-led growth and innovation.
A major highlight of the visit will be a high-level diplomatic reception hosted by the British High Commission in celebration of His Majesty King Charles III’s Birthday, symbolizing the depth of the UK-Tanzania bilateral relationship.
British High Commissioner to Tanzania, Marianne Young, hailed the visit as a timely follow-up to last month’s successful East Africa Trade and Investment Forum (EATIF) held in London.
“This visit builds on the momentum of that forum and on the foundation of our Mutual Prosperity Partnership, which continues to open doors for investment, innovation, and shared opportunity,” said Young.
At EATIF — the first-ever UK forum dedicated solely to East African trade and investment — the UK Government unveiled two major investment commitments:
A $100 million trade finance facility with Standard Chartered Bank to support businesses in Kenya and Tanzania, expected to facilitate more than $450 million in trade volumes.
A Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Geological Survey of Tanzania (GST) and the British Geological Survey (BGS) to strengthen collaboration in geological mapping, mining governance, and sustainable mineral resource management.
The Tanzanian delegation to the London forum included H.E. Mbelwa Kairuki, Tanzania’s High Commissioner to the UK, along with top officials from ZIPA, the Ministry of Minerals, and the Tanzania Investment Centre — setting the stage for Osamor’s visit and deepening economic dialogue.
With Tanzania positioning itself as a growing hub for investment in sectors such as infrastructure, manufacturing, and critical minerals, the UK’s targeted support through strategic partnerships is viewed as a catalyst for long-term impact.
“We remain committed to supporting Tanzania’s 2050 ambitions — and delivering long-term impact through partnerships rooted in trust, respect, and shared prosperity,” said Young.
The visit is expected to further energize the UK-Tanzania trade corridor, providing new pathways for collaboration in priority sectors aligned with Tanzania’s development goals.
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