Shariff Ali Shariff
TanzaniapoliticianMale8.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Shariff Ali Shariff is a prominent Zanzibari politician serving as the Minister of State in the Office of the President, responsible for Labor, Economy, and Investment. He has been actively involved in promoting investment opportunities in Zanzibar, emphasizing the importance of partnerships between local and foreign businesses. His recent efforts include facilitating a meeting between Italian investors and Zanzibari stakeholders to explore investment areas such as energy, agriculture, and sports.
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Mr Shariff Ali Shariff is the Minister of State in the President’s Office responsible for Labour, Economy and Investment.
600 investors, officials set for Zanzibar investment summit 2026Tanzania· 2026-06-02
Mr Shariff acknowledged complaints that positions suitable for locals in projects run by foreign firms are often taken by foreigners.
Over 12,000 Zanzibaris hired by foreign firms, yet challenges persistTanzania· 2026-02-11
Minister of Labour and Investment Shariff Ali Shariff said more than 558 projects, valued at $6.9 billion, are expected to generate 25,000 jobs.
Zanzibar marks 62 years of progress across key sectorsTanzania· 2026-01-12
Minister for Labour and Investment Shariff Ali Shariff said the government will continue implementing its plans to ensure sustained growth in the investment sector.
Mwinyi renews call for local leadership in major projectsTanzania· 2025-11-20
Shariff Ali Shariff is among the key appointments in the new Cabinet.
Mwinyi appoints new Cabinet, promises efficient governanceTanzania· 2025-11-14
Shariff Ali Shariff served as a presidential appointee in the previous term.
Mwinyi to inaugurate Zanzibar’s 11th House Monday, Mwanaasha named Deputy SpeakerTanzania· 2025-11-08
Minister of State Shariff Ali Shariff described the agreement as a milestone for multiple projects.
Zanzibar, Qatar sign Sh25 trillion deal to drive strategic projectsTanzania· 2025-08-29
Mr Shariff Ali Shariff, the Minister of State in the President’s Office, stated the project has revitalised the local area.
Mwinyi urges backing for tourism amid hotel inaugurationTanzania· 2025-08-17
Shariff Ali Shariff stated that the agreement will benefit 160,000 citizens with disabilities who are self-employed.
Wenye ulemavu watengewa Sh570 milioni za mikopoTanzania· 2025-07-11
Shariff Ali Shariff is the Minister of State in the Office of the President who reports on the registration of cooperatives.
Utafiti waibua changamoto zinazoukabili ushirika, Mwinyi ataka zishughulikiwe harakaTanzania· 2025-07-05
Shariff Ali Shariff is the Minister of State in the Office of the President for Labor, Economy, and Investment in Zanzibar.
Ushirika chachu ya maendeleo ya wananchiTanzania· 2025-07-05
Shariff Ali Shariff described the initiative as a significant step towards ensuring that special group entrepreneurs access financial services with ease.
Zanzibar digitises loan issuance for special groupsTanzania· 2025-04-03
Shariff Ali Shariff is the Minister of State in the Office of the President for Labor, Economy, and Investment in Zanzibar.
SMZ yakiri changamoto upatikanaji wa mikopoTanzania· 2025-02-27
Shariff Ali Shariff mentioned that the government is using various methods to restore citizens' trust in investments.
Sababu Wazanzibar kutonufaika na uwekezaji, miradi ya utaliiTanzania· 2025-02-25
Shariff Ali Shariff is the Minister of State in the Office of the President for Labor, Economy, and Investment in Zanzibar.
Serikali yatoa Sh209 milioni kuwezesha vijana kujiajiriTanzania· 2025-02-24
Shariff Ali Shariff emphasized the importance of collaboration between Italian and Zanzibar businessmen to create new investment opportunities.
Wafanyabiashara kutoka Italia, Zipa wajadli fursa za uwekezajiTanzania· 2025-02-15
