Tanzania's Deputy President Deogratius Ndejembi has emphasized the need for Africa to accelerate the implementation of its development plans to ensure that the continent's resources and opportunities directly benefit its citizens. Speaking on October 3, 2026, at the Alamein–Africa Business Forum in New Alamein, Egypt, Ndejembi stated that Africa has good policies, strategies, and agreements in place for development.
The Deputy President was representing Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan at the high-level discussion on "Africa's New Growth Compact in a Turbulent World." Ndejembi stressed that in the current global economic turmoil and geopolitical changes, Africa needs to increase production, build a resilient economy, and ensure that its resources drive development that benefits its citizens directly.
Ndejembi highlighted the importance of investing in energy and infrastructure as the foundation for Africa's new growth. He cited Tanzania's experience in implementing large-scale strategic projects, including the Julius Nyerere Hydropower Project (JNHPP), which has a capacity to generate 2,115 megawatts of electricity. This project is part of Tanzania's efforts to increase access to reliable energy for its citizens and production activities.
The Deputy President also mentioned that through Tanzania's National Development Vision 2050, the country has prioritized strategic areas to increase production and strengthen the energy sector. These areas include the use of natural gas and renewable energy sources, as well as improving infrastructure that enables economic activities.
Ndejembi emphasized the importance of collaboration between governments and the private sector, cross-border investments, and integrating African economies to reduce dependence on external markets and capital. He cited Tanzania's ongoing cooperation with other East African nations in implementing strategic projects in the rail, oil, energy, and port sectors.
The Alamein–Africa Business Forum was opened by Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi and attended by various African leaders, including Burundi's President and African Union Chairman Évariste Ndayishimiye. Other attendees included leaders of African institutions, the private sector, and financial institutions.
The forum aims to strengthen business, investment, and cooperation between governments, African institutions, and the private sector to stimulate economic growth and development in Africa. Key participants include the Chairperson of the African Commission; the CEO of AUDA-NEPAD; and the President and Chairman of Afreximbank.
Key points
- Tanzania's Deputy President Deogratius Ndejembi has urged Africa to accelerate the implementation of its development plans.
- Ndejembi emphasized the importance of investing in energy and infrastructure as the foundation for Africa's new growth.
- The Alamein–Africa Business Forum aims to strengthen business, investment, and cooperation between governments, African institutions, and the private sector.
