DENMARK-TANZANIA PARTNERSHIP

Executive Summary

Denmark and Tanzania have been cooperating for more than 60 years. Denmark's new strategic partnership with Tanzania is currently being developed and, based on the Africa Strategy and Denmark’s Strategy for Development Cooperation, will support Denmark and Tanzania's shared desire for strengthened political dialogue, increased trade and the continuation of the strong ties that exist between Danish and Tanzanian civil society partners, including through university and cultural cooperation. In the coming years, the Ministry of Foreign Affairs expects to focus on economic growth, value chains, green urban development and climate adaptation, among other things under the auspices of “Team Europe”.

For decades, Tanzania has been one of the largest recipients of Danish development assistance, and Denmark has been among the major bilateral donors to the country. Our latest country programme for Tanzania (2014-2023) amounted to a total of more than DKK 2 billion. Denmark has supported national and local development, strengthened institutions and ensured access to high-quality healthcare, education and water. Job creation has been an equally important element of Denmark's work, with farmers gaining access to financing and agricultural services.

In 2020, Tanzania became a lower middle-income country. The country has seen progress in social sectors with improved access to clean water, healthcare and primary education, although challenges related to high population growth, good governance, poverty and inequality remain relevant.