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In a rapidly changing digital world, e-commerce has continued to be a key pillar of the modern economy. Recently, the Tanzanian government announced significant achievements in this sector, stating that for the period July 2024 to March 2025, it has collected 192.78 billion shillings from online commerce, including online gaming.
This information was given by the Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade, Exaud Kigahe, while responding to questions from members of parliament on the contribution of e-commerce to the national economy. Kigahe explained that 1,820 companies have registered to do business online, of which 1,075 are engaged in e-commerce as their main activity, and 745 as an additional activity.
The government has taken strong steps to ensure that this sector is properly regulated. Through the National E-Commerce Strategy being developed, areas such as ICT infrastructure, policies and laws, communication services, and public education are expected to be improved to enable the sustainable growth of this sector. In addition, the Government has pledged to address challenges such as online fraud and counterfeit products through its official institutions.
This event clearly shows that e-commerce is not only an opportunity for individual entrepreneurs, but also a major source of revenue for the nation. By using platforms like WhatsApp, Instagram, TikTok, and e-commerce sites like Shopify and Jumia, merchants can reach a large number of customers without having a physical store. This is good news for the youth and low-income earners looking for alternative ways to earn money.
Given these successes, it is clear that e-commerce has a huge potential to change people’s lives and contribute to economic development. What is needed is the right knowledge, trust, and creativity. If the Government continues to create a friendly environment, then this sector will continue to shine and become a real pillar of the East African economy.
This information was given by the Deputy Minister of Industry and Trade, Exaud Kigahe, while responding to questions from members of parliament on the contribution of e-commerce to the national economy. Kigahe explained that 1,820 companies have registered to do business online, of which 1,075 are engaged in e-commerce as their main activity, and 745 as an additional activity.
The government has taken strong steps to ensure that this sector is properly regulated. Through the National E-Commerce Strategy being developed, areas such as ICT infrastructure, policies and laws, communication services, and public education are expected to be improved to enable the sustainable growth of this sector. In addition, the Government has pledged to address challenges such as online fraud and counterfeit products through its official institutions.
This event clearly shows that e-commerce is not only an opportunity for individual entrepreneurs, but also a major source of revenue for the nation. By using platforms like WhatsApp, Instagram, TikTok, and e-commerce sites like Shopify and Jumia, merchants can reach a large number of customers without having a physical store. This is good news for the youth and low-income earners looking for alternative ways to earn money.
Given these successes, it is clear that e-commerce has a huge potential to change people’s lives and contribute to economic development. What is needed is the right knowledge, trust, and creativity. If the Government continues to create a friendly environment, then this sector will continue to shine and become a real pillar of the East African economy.
