By Prosper Makene
The Bank of Tanzania has announced new amendments that now allow all non-resident investors to participate in the government securities market, including Treasury bills and bonds issued by the United Republic of Tanzania.
The notice was signed by Bank of Tanzania Governor Emmanuel M. Tutuba.
In a public notice issued on 6th August 2026, the Central Bank said the Foreign Exchange (Amendment) Regulations, 2026 were published in Government Gazette Notice No. 206 of 2026 on 17 July 2026 under the Foreign Exchange Act, Cap. 271.
According to the Bank, the reform is aimed at broadening access to the domestic financial markets and strengthening Tanzania’s position as an attractive investment destination.
Prior to the amendment, participation in the government securities market was restricted to residents of the East African Community (EAC), the Southern African Development Community (SADC), and members of the Tanzanian diaspora community.
“The amendments, among other things, permit all non-resident investors to invest in Treasury bills and bonds issued by the Government of the United Republic of Tanzania,” the notice stated.
The Bank said the reform is part of its ongoing efforts to deepen the domestic financial markets.
Under the new regulations, non-residents may now participate in the government securities market through approved Central Depository Participants (CDPs), subject to the provisions of the Foreign Exchange (Amendment) Regulations, 2026 and other applicable laws and operational requirements.



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