INDIA has expressed interest in investing in the Tanzanian energy sector through private sector partnerships, aligning with the currently the country’s campaign for a clean cooking energy.

 The National Strategy for Clean Cooking Energy aims to ensure over 80 per cent of Tanzania own clean cooking energy by 2034.

The Indian interest was revealed this afternoon in New Delhi by the India’s Minister for Petroleum and Natural Gas, Hardeep Singh, who said his country is keen on investing in LPG cylinder distribution as part of its broader engagement in Tanzania’s energy sector.

His remarks came when the Tanzanian  Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Energy, Dr Doto Biteko is attending the 3rd Annual India Energy Week 2025 in India. The four-day international event focuses on global energy development.

During discussions in New Delhi, Dr. Biteko and Minister Singh explored ways to enhance trade relations between the two countries through private-sector investments and capacity-building initiatives.

Dr Biteko assured India that Tanzania is open for investment and he invites other Indian companies to explore opportunities in electricity, LPG distribution, and bulk fuel procurement.

“Tanzania is committed to fully utilizing its resources to ensure a stable and sufficient energy supply, including electricity, to meet growing demand,” Dr Biteko stated.

Highlighting the critical role of private investment, he noted that Tanzania requires 12bn US Dollars to achieve energy self-sufficiency. He urged Indian investors to play a part in the country’s energy development.

Minister Singh reaffirmed India’s commitment to energy investments, revealing that several Indian companies plan to participate in Tanzania’s 5th Oil and Gas Licensing Round, scheduled for March this year.