Between January and September 2024, Tanzania welcomed 1,560,641 international tourists, marking a 20% increase compared to the same period in 2023, when it hosted 1,299,994 visitors. This rise of over 260,000 tourists highlights the growing appeal of the country’s tourism sector.
According to the Director of Economic Statistics, this consistent growth is a reflection of the government’s dedicated efforts to promote tourist destinations through initiatives such as the Royal Tour and Amazing Tanzania documentaries.
Tourists from the United States led with a total of 112,579 visitors, followed by those from France, Germany, the United Kingdom, and Italy. From Africa, Kenya contributed the highest number of arrivals with 156,674, followed by Burundi, the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Zambia, and Rwanda.
The tourism industry, which accounts for 25% of Tanzania’s GDP, plays a crucial role in foreign exchange earnings and job creation. The country aims to attract 5 million visitors and generate $6 billion in revenue by 2025.
Tanzania has also made progress in other sectors, including a rise in electricity production from 7.5 billion kWh in 2023 to 8.5 billion kWh in 2024. Natural gas was the dominant source of energy, followed by hydroelectric power.
Under the leadership of President Samia Suluhu Hassan since 2021, international arrivals have significantly increased, with numbers more than doubling in just three years. The country remains a preferred destination due to its unique wildlife and iconic tourist attractions.
