Selemani Jafo

Selemani Jafo

politician Tanzania

Dr. Selemani Jafo is the Tanzanian Minister for Industry and Trade, known for his efforts to enhance the country's global brand identity. Recently, he announced a three-month deadline for the finalization of the 'Made in Tanzania' logo, which aims to improve the international recognition of Tanzanian products and support local businesses. His commitment to promoting trade and enhancing the country's market access highlights his role in fostering economic growth in Tanzania.

Global Media Ratings
Dominance
0.00%
Persistence
3 wks
Reach
1,257,572
Power
2,315$
Sentiment
6.82
Countries Mentioned
Country Mentions Sentiment Dominance + Persistence x Population = Reach x GDP (millions) = Power
Tanzania 10 7.80 1.50% +30% 59,734,213 1,167,736 $63,000 1,232$
Kenya 2 5.50 0.12% +0% 53,771,296 65,856 $106,000 130$
United Kingdom 1 7.00 0.04% +0% 67,886,011 23,980 $2,700,000 954$
Totals 13 181,391,520 1,257,572 $2,869,000 2,316$
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.

Recent Mentions

Kenya Kenya: Tanzania’s Trade Minister Selemani Jafo amended the Business Licensing Act to attract more foreign investments. 6

The Standard: Nairobi protests Tanzania's new rules on traders

Tanzania Tanzania: Dr Selemani Jafo signed the Business Licensing (Prohibition of Business Activities for Non-Citizens) Order, 2025. 9

The Citizen – major Tanzanian English newspaper, est. 2004: Slot machine ban on foreigners gets stakeholder support

Tanzania Tanzania: Dr Selemani Jafo, Tanzania’s Minister for Industry and Trade, said the newly launched Kwala Industrial Park is expected to transform the country’s manufacturing landscape. 9

The Citizen – major Tanzanian English newspaper, est. 2004: Tanzania’s Kwala industrial park to create over 300,000 jobs, says Jafo

United Kingdom United Kingdom: Trade Minister Selemani Jafo explained that foreigners had increasingly become involved in the informal sector and areas better filled by Tanzanians. 7

BBC: Tanzania's ban on foreigners operating small businesses sparks Kenya backlash

Kenya Kenya: The directive, issued by Tanzania’s Minister for Industry and Trade, Selemani Jafo, has since sparked widespread debate online. 5

The Standard: Kenyan leaders condemn Tanzania's business ban on foreigners

Tanzania Tanzania: Selemani Jafo is the Industry and Trade minister who signed the Business Licensing Order that prohibits foreigners from engaging in various small-scale business activities. 8

The Citizen – major Tanzanian English newspaper, est. 2004: Strong support for Tanzania’s ban on foreigners in small businesses

Tanzania Tanzania: Industry and Trade minister Selemani Jafo pledged to engage directly with stakeholders and conduct industry visits to seek sustainable solutions. 8

The Citizen – major Tanzanian English newspaper, est. 2004: Cement, glass makers raise alarm over rising production costs

Tanzania Tanzania: Industry and Trade minister Selemani Jafo noted that textiles and apparels were among the most exported products in his budget proposals. 6

The Citizen – major Tanzanian English newspaper, est. 2004: Why Tanzania’s textile industry is struggling

Tanzania Tanzania: Minister for Industry and Trade, Dr Selemani Jafo, highlighted that improvements in infrastructure and layout had raised the fair to international standards. 8

The Citizen – major Tanzanian English newspaper, est. 2004: Dar es Salaam trade fair generates Sh7.06bn as PM issues seven key directives