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Current Date And Time In Tanzania

Thursday, 30 April 2026
23:19:22 EAT
Capital: Dodoma
Currency: Tanzanian shilling (TZS)
Timezone: UTC +03:00 (EAT)
Population: 68,381,943

?? Tanzania - Profile & Geographic Data


Discover comprehensive geographic, demographic and strategic intelligence for Tanzania, featuring detailed insights into population statistics, territorial measurements, economic indicators, timezone data and geopolitical positioning. This authoritative country profile serves business professionals, market researchers, location analysts and strategic planners requiring accurate Tanzania data for commercial decision-making.

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Tanzania Geographic & Demographic Overview


CategoryAttributeValue
Country
Full NameTanzania
Short NameTZA
National CapitalDodoma
ContinentAfrica
Population
Total Population68,381,943
Density per km2 (mi2) 77 (200)
Percentage In World Population0.83%
Area
Land Area In km2 (mi2)885,800 (342,009)
% In World Land Area0.68%
Water Area In km2 (mi2)61,500 (23,745)
% In World Water Area1.45%
Total Area In km2 (mi2)947,300 (365,754)
% In World Total Area0.71%
Currency
NameTanzanian Shilling
Code ISO-4217TZS
SymbolSh
Language
National and Official LanguagesSwahili, English
Dialing Code
Dialing Prefix and Code(00) 255
Internet Top-Level Domain (TLD)
DomainTZ
Elevation
In Meter1,170
In Feet3,839
GPS Coordinates
Latitude-6.37
Longitude34.89
Decimal Degrees (DD)6.369 S 34.889 E
Degrees Minutes Seconds (DMS)6 22' 9" S 34 53' 20" E
Degrees Decimal Minutes (DDM)6 22.14' S 34 53.34' E
Time Zone
UTC Offset+03:00
Country Codes ISO-3166
Two LetterTZ
Three LetterTZA
Numeric834
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?? Complete Professional Guide to Tanzania - Strategic Country Intelligence

?? Demographic Profile & Population Analysis

With a population of 68,381,943 people, Tanzania represents a significant demographic market within Africa. Country's population density and distribution patterns provide crucial insights for market entry strategies, consumer behavior analysis, urban planning and infrastructure development projects. Business professionals conducting demographic research will find comprehensive population statistics essential for market sizing, demand forecasting and commercial feasibility studies.

??? Geographic Intelligence & Territorial Data

Spanning across specific territorial boundaries, Tanzania's geographic positioning offers strategic advantages for logistics operations, supply chain management and regional trade facilitation. Country's land area measurements, elevation data and coordinate systems support geospatial analysis, property development planning and location-based business intelligence. GPS coordinates enable precise mapping for site selection, asset tracking and service area optimization.

?? Currency & Financial Intelligence

The Tanzanian shilling (TZS) serves as Tanzania's official currency, with exchange rate fluctuations impacting international trade, foreign investment returns and cross-border transactions. Financial professionals utilize currency data for forex trading strategies, hedging decisions, pricing analysis and treasury management. Hourly-updated exchange rates support import-export cost calculations, revenue projections and multinational financial planning.

? Timezone Management & Business Operations

Operating within its designated timezone, Tanzania requires careful scheduling consideration for international meetings, customer service coverage, trading hours alignment and global team coordination. Understanding timezone differences enables effective business process outsourcing, 24/7 operations planning and synchronized supply chain management. Daylight saving time variations affect contract timing, delivery schedules and communication windows with international partners.

?? Digital Infrastructure & Connectivity

Country's internet domain system and dialing codes facilitate digital presence establishment, telecommunications infrastructure and online business operations. Domain information supports brand protection strategies, local market positioning and SEO optimization for regional audiences. International dialing codes enable customer support systems, sales operations and global communication networks essential for multinational business expansion.

?? Strategic Location & Regional Context

Positioned within Africa, Tanzania's geographic location influences trade route accessibility, regional market integration and cross-border business opportunities. Proximity to neighboring countries affects supply chain logistics, distribution strategies and market expansion priorities. Understanding regional dynamics supports risk assessment, competitive analysis and strategic partnership development for companies operating in or expanding to this market.

?? How to Leverage Tanzania Country Data

?? Market Research & Analysis:Utilize demographic and economic data for market sizing, competitive intelligence, consumer profiling and business opportunity identification across sectors.
?? Business Expansion Planning:Access comprehensive country intelligence for market entry strategies, location scouting, regulatory compliance planning and investment feasibility assessment.
?? Financial & Trade Operations:Leverage currency data, timezone information and economic indicators for trading decisions, pricing strategies and international transaction management.

? Frequently Asked Questions About Tanzania

?? What is the population of Tanzania?

As of the latest data, Tanzania has a population of approximately 68,381,943 people. This represents approximately 0.83% of the world's total population. Country is located in Africa, with its capital at Dodoma. For more detailed population statistics and demographics, explore our comprehensive database.

?? What currency does Tanzania use?

Official currency of Tanzania is the Tanzanian shilling (TZS), represented by the symbol Sh. For current exchange rates and conversion tools, visit our Tanzanian shilling currency converter. We provide hourly-updated international currency exchange rates for financial planning and forex trading.

? What timezone is Tanzania in?

Tanzania operates in the +03:00 timezone. Current local time is displayed at the top of this page. Understanding timezone differences is crucial for international business operations, scheduling meetings and coordinating with partners in Tanzania.

??? What language do they speak in Tanzania?

Official languages of Tanzania are Swahili, English. Understanding the local language is essential for travelers, business professionals and students planning to visit or work in Tanzania. For comprehensive information about languages spoken worldwide and linguistic diversity, explore our language database.

??? How large is Tanzania in square kilometers?

Tanzania covers a land area of approximately 885,800 square kilometers (342,009 square miles). This makes it the 31st largest country by land area. For comparative analysis of country sizes and territorial data, explore our comprehensive geographic database.

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