According to a report by the Daily News on October 29, the latest edition of the "Africa Investment Destinations 2025/2026" by Rand Merchant Bank reveals that Tanzania has surpassed Kenya to become the most attractive investment destination in East Africa, climbing three spots in the overall African rankings to secure the ninth position. This significant rise (from 12th place last year) reflects institutional investors' strong recognition of Tanzania's macroeconomic stability and their preference for large-scale, low-risk capital projects such as railways and energy infrastructure. The report notes that Tanzania prioritizes foundational economic stability over the rapid growth and high-tech volatility of some neighboring countries, a strategy effectively guiding capital flows to the nation. Developed in collaboration with the Gordon Institute of Business Science (GIBS), the index comprehensively evaluates 31 African countries based on four key pillars: economic performance and potential, market access and innovation, economic stability, and climate investment and social human development. The report emphasizes that Tanzania's success lies in its unwavering focus on strengthening foundational economic stability.
