Growth Gateway: Investing in critical minerals processing in Africa, case for bilateral partnership with Tanzania

This presentation was prepared by the Growth Gateway programme team in collaboration with the Boston Consulting Group. It aims to build a compelling case for a UK-Tanzania partnership in the critical minerals sector.

The document maps Tanzania’s export potential in nickel, graphite, and rare earths, outlines commercial opportunities for UK firms, and identifies the main regulatory, infrastructure, and environmental, social, and governance (ESG) challenges. It highlights Tanzania’s growing project pipeline, government reform momentum, and the UK’s strategic interest in securing resilient, green supply chains.

The document also also proposes bilateral cooperation on policy, investment, and skills development, to unlock Tanzania’s midstream processing potential and deliver mutual economic and development impact.