Selemani Jafo
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.
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Tanzania’s Minister for Industry and Trade, Selemani Jafo’s, ban on foreign nationals was followed by sharp criticism.
Tanzania lifts ban on Kenyan businesses after talks
Kenya· 2025-10-03
Industry and Trade minister Selemani Jafo said progress has accelerated this year following the entry of Shudao Investment Group Company Limited as the new partner.
Liganga, Mchuchuma joint venture pact to be signed soon: government
Tanzania· 2025-09-19Dr Selemani Jafo is the minister for Industry and Trade in Tanzania, advocating for industrial growth through targeted strategies.
Why Tanzania banks on industrial clusters to drive inclusive economyTanzania· 2025-09-17
Dr Selemani Jafo is the Minister for Industry and Trade and has highlighted the employment contributions of the sugar factories in his recent budget speech.
Tanzania’s sugar ambition on track for self-sufficiency by 2027Tanzania· 2025-08-28
Dr Selemani Jafo warned that illicit trade poses multiple threats to the economy.
How illicit trade is harming Tanzania’s economy, securityTanzania· 2025-08-26
Dr Selemani Jafo made remarks during a visit to Coca-Cola Kwanza’s plant, commending the company's contribution to Tanzania’s economy.
Government pledges support for local industries to boost job creationTanzania· 2025-08-25
Industry and Trade minister Selemani Jafo pledged government support to manufacturers battling high operational costs.
Tanzania powers $3 billion regional cement surgeTanzania· 2025-08-19
Industry and Trade minister Selemani Jafo pledged government support to manufacturers battling high operational costs.
Tanzania powers $3bn regional cement surgeTanzania· 2025-08-17Selemani Jafo is Tanzania’s Industry and Trade minister who announced a ban on foreigners operating in small businesses.
What next after Tanzania shuts ‘alien’ stalls?Tanzania· 2025-08-07
The order, published on July 28 under Government Notice No. 487A and signed by Industry and Trade minister Selemani Jafo, prohibits foreigners from engaging in such activities as retail and wholesale trade.
Rostam wants clear investment policy for locals’ empowermentTanzania· 2025-08-04
Tanzania’s Trade Minister Selemani Jafo amended the Business Licensing Act to attract more foreign investments.
Nairobi protests Tanzania's new rules on tradersKenya· 2025-08-01
Dr Selemani Jafo signed the Business Licensing (Prohibition of Business Activities for Non-Citizens) Order, 2025.
Slot machine ban on foreigners gets stakeholder supportTanzania· 2025-08-01
Industry and Trade minister Selemani Jafo said the adjacent Kwala Industrial Park is expected to generate over 300,000 jobs.
Tanzania boosts regional standing with new logistics facilityTanzania· 2025-08-01
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.
Tanzania’s Kwala industrial park to create over 300,000 jobs, says JafoTanzania· 2025-07-31
Trade Minister Selemani Jafo explained that foreigners had increasingly become involved in the informal sector and areas better filled by Tanzanians.
Tanzania's ban on foreigners operating small businesses sparks Kenya backlash
United Kingdom· 2025-07-30
The directive, issued by Tanzania’s Minister for Industry and Trade, Selemani Jafo, has since sparked widespread debate online.
Kenyan leaders condemn Tanzania's business ban on foreignersKenya· 2025-07-30
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.
Strong support for Tanzania’s ban on foreigners in small businessesTanzania· 2025-07-30
Industry and Trade minister Selemani Jafo pledged to engage directly with stakeholders and conduct industry visits to seek sustainable solutions.
Cement, glass makers raise alarm over rising production costsTanzania· 2025-07-16
Industry and Trade minister Selemani Jafo noted that textiles and apparels were among the most exported products in his budget proposals.
Why Tanzania’s textile industry is strugglingTanzania· 2025-07-14
Minister for Industry and Trade, Dr Selemani Jafo, highlighted that improvements in infrastructure and layout had raised the fair to international standards.
Dar es Salaam trade fair generates Sh7.06bn as PM issues seven key directivesTanzania· 2025-07-14
Waziri wa Viwanda, Dk Selemani Jafo alinukuliwa akisema Serikali ipo katika hatua za mwisho za kimkataba za utekelezaji wa mradi huo.
ACT-Wazalendo yajizatiti kupigania Liganga-Mchuchuma | MwananchiTanzania· 2025-07-08
Dr Jafo said Tanzania now produces enough of certain products to exceed domestic demand.
Zanzibar President unveils ‘Made in Tanzania’ brand to boost local products globallyTanzania· 2025-07-07
Dr Selemani Jafo said Tanzania now produces enough of certain products to exceed domestic demand.
Mwinyi unveils ‘Made in Tanzania’ brand to boost local products globallyTanzania· 2025-07-07
Minister for Industry and Trade, Dr Selemani Jafo, noted that one of the key highlights of this year’s event will be the official unveiling of the Made in Tanzania logo.
DIT revolutionises childbirth monitoring with MamatrackTanzania· 2025-07-04
The announcements were made on Wednesday by the minister for Industry and Trade, Dr Selemani Jafo.
Mwinyi to officiate Dar Trade Fair launch as Made in Tanzania logo set for debutTanzania· 2025-07-03
Dr Selemani Jafo is the Minister for Industry and Trade who spoke about amending the Merchandise Marks Act.
Counterfeit crisis: Tanzania cracks down on fake goods amid mounting public risksTanzania· 2025-06-27
Dr Selemani Jafo presented the findings of the task force to the Minister of Industry and Trade.
Task force exposes hundreds of illegal foreign-owned shops in KariakooTanzania· 2025-06-07
Dr Selemani Jafo, the Minister for Industry and Trade, is advocating for stronger legal protections for indigenous Tanzanian businesses.
Kariakoo audit spurs push for stronger local business protectionsTanzania· 2025-06-06
Dr Selemani Jafo is the Minister for Industry and Trade who presented the budget regarding the cashew processing sector.
Cashew processors call for incentives to boost value additionTanzania· 2025-05-19
Dr Selemani Jafo is the minister for Industry and Trade in Tanzania who presented a budget request for the 2025/26 financial year.
Tanzania sees surplus in construction materials, eyes lagging sectorsTanzania· 2025-05-15