General Country Information 🌍
| Capital | Dodoma |
| Country | Tanzania |
| Currency | Tanzanian Shilling |
| Main religion | Christianity |
In numbers… 📐
| Female | 51.1% |
| Gdp | $62.56 billion |
| Size | 947,300 sq km |
| Population | 59.7 million |
| Population density | 63.1 people/sq km |
| Kids per female | 4.7 |
| City population | 34.5% |
Weather ⛅
| Winter | 20∘C |
| Summer | 28∘C |
Language and Education 🔬
| Main Language | Swahili, English |
| Population able to read | 77.9% |
| Population with a college degree | 5.4% |
| Population able to speak english | 2.5% |
Well-being 💉
| Air quality | 45 (AQI) |
| Is tab water drinkable? | no |
Safety 👮
| LGBT friendly? | Yes |
| Crime | 4.5/10 |
Transportation ✈️
| Driving side | Left |
| Main airline | Air Tanzania |
| Main airport | Julius Nyerere International Airport |
Costs and Prices 🤑
| Cash required for everyday purchases | yes |
Prices for Everyday Goods 💰
| Item | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Bottle water | $0.5 |
| Cigarettes | $2 |
| Burger | $2.5 |
| Coffee | $1.5 |
| Beer | $1 |
Accomedation Costs 🛌
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Flat | $200/month |
| Hotel 3 star | $50/night |
| Hotel 5 star | $200/night |
Transportation Costs 🚐
| Type | Price (USD) |
|---|---|
| Cab | $5/10km |
| Petrol | $1.20/l |
| Rental car | $50/day |
| Public transportation | $2/daypass |
| Bike rental | $5/day |
Taxes 💸
| Type | Rate |
|---|---|
| Tax rate | 20% |
| Vat | 18% |
Average Income 💼
| Income | $2500 |
Tipping 💁️
| Is tipping required? | Yes |
| Location | Tipping Amount |
|---|---|
| Cab | 10-15% |
| Restaurant | 10-15% |
| Bar | 10-15% |
| Coffeeshop | 10-15% |
| Services | 10-15% |
Digital 🤖
| Internet speed | 14.32/MBits |
| Tld | .tz |
| Free wifi | 6/10 |
| Population with access to internet | 38% |
| Phone mobile data | $10 for 10GB |
Electricity 🔌
| Power grid | 95% (Uptime) |
| Sockets | Type G |
Shopping 🛒
Opening Times 🕰
| Closing days | Sunday |
| Closing times | 6:00 PM |
| Opening times | 8:00 AM |
Most popular Stores 🏪
| Type | Name |
|---|---|
| Online shopping | Jumia |
| Supermarket | Shoprite |
| Pharmacy | The Guardian Pharmacy |
| Drugstore | NA |
Fun and Relaxation 😃
Bars and Nightlife 🕺
| Closing hour of bars and clubs | 1:00 AM |
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Nightlife | 7/10 |
| Bars | 8/10 |
Parks and leisure 🎢
| Topic | Rating (0-10) |
|---|---|
| Holiday Parks | 6/10 |
| Public Parks | 7/10 |
| Swimming | 8/10 |
Sports ⚽
| Most popular Sport | Football |
Food 🍕️
| Food Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Ugali | A thick porridge made from cornmeal, served with stews or sauces | 2-3 |
| Nyama Choma | Grilled meat, typically beef, goat, or chicken | 5-10 |
| Pilau | A spiced rice dish with meat and vegetables | 4-6 |
| Wali na Maharage | Rice and beans, often served with coconut milk | 3-4 |
| Mchuzi wa Samaki | Fish stew, made with tomatoes, onions, and spices | 6-8 |
| Mshikaki | Grilled skewers of meat, typically beef or goat | 4-6 |
| Vitumbua | Fried dough balls, similar to doughnuts | 1-2 |
| Mandazi | Fried dough triangles, similar to samosas | 1-2 |
| Kachumbari | A fresh salad made with tomatoes, onions, and cilantro | 2-3 |
| Urojo | A type of banana, typically fried or roasted | 2-3 |
Drinks 🍻️
| Drink Name | Description | Price (USD) |
|---|---|---|
| Kilimanjaro Beer | A light and refreshing beer, brewed in Tanzania. | 2-3 |
| Serengeti Beer | A full-bodied beer, with a slightly bitter taste. | 2-3 |
| Tusker Beer | A popular beer in East Africa, brewed in Kenya. | 2-3 |
| Konyagi | A distilled spirit made from sugarcane. | 5-10 |
| Mbege | A traditional Tanzanian beer, made from fermented bananas. | 1-2 |
| Tangawizi | A ginger beer, made from fermented ginger root. | 1-2 |
| Chai | A black tea, often served with milk and sugar. | 1-2 |
| Kahawa | A coffee, often served with milk and sugar. | 1-2 |
Souvenirs 👜
| Souvenir | Description | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Maasai Shuka | A colorful, striped fabric worn by the Maasai people | $20-$40 |
| Tingatinga Painting | A vibrant, colorful painting on canvas or wood | $50-$200 |
| Tanzanite Jewelry | A rare, blue gemstone found only in Tanzania | $100-$1,000 |
| Coffee | Tanzania is known for its high-quality coffee | $10-$20 per pound |
| Spices | Tanzania is a major producer of spices, such as cloves, cinnamon, and nutmeg | $5-$10 per pound |
| Wood Carvings | Intricate carvings made from local hardwoods | $20-$100 |
| Basketry | Baskets woven from natural materials, such as sisal and palm leaves | $10-$50 |
| Pottery | Hand-made pottery with traditional designs | $20-$100 |
| Leather Goods | Belts, bags, and other items made from local leather | $30-$100 |
Holidays 🍹
| Holiday Name | Time | Description |
|---|---|---|
| New Year’s Day | January 1 | Celebrates the beginning of the new year |
| Zanzibar Revolution Day | January 12 | Commemorates the 1964 revolution that overthrew the monarchy in Zanzibar |
| Union Day | April 26 | Celebrates the union of Tanganyika and Zanzibar in 1964 |
| Labour Day | May 1 | Celebrates the contributions of workers |
| Saba Saba Day | July 7 | Commemorates the founding of the ruling party, Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) |
| Nyerere Day | October 14 | Celebrates the life and legacy of former President Julius Nyerere |
| Independence Day | December 9 | Celebrates the country’s independence from British rule in 1961 |
| Christmas Day | December 25 | Celebrates the birth of Jesus Christ |
News 📰
| Medium | Name |
|---|---|
| Newspaper | Daily News |
| Online news | The Citizen |
| Tv | Tanzania Broadcasting Corporation (TBC) |
| Radio | Radio Tanzania Dar es Salaam (RTD) |