Tanzania has recently begun to re-emerge from a period of damaging isolationism under former president John Magufuli. This isolationism obstructed international investment and undermined the country’s credible history of continental leadership and global engagement. Following Magufuli’s death in 2021, his successor, Samia Suluhu Hassan, has sought to revive Tanzania’s reputation as a regional leader and reliable global partner. As part of this effort, President Samia commissioned an official review of foreign policy, seeking a first refresh for over two decades. This review provides a chance to consolidate Tanzania’s revival.
This article was originally published by Chatham House.
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