Tanzania Expands Tourism Amid Evictions

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Tanzania’s tourism sector has grown sharply, with international visitors rising from 922,692 in 2021 to 2,141,895 in 2024, a 132% increase, while domestic tourism grew over 300% to 3,218,352. The government, led by President Samia Suluhu Hassan, promoted the industry through initiatives like The Royal Tour and infrastructure improvements. However, new game reserves and hunting areas, including Lake Natron and Pololeti, have displaced Maasai communities, restricting access to ancestral lands while expanding tourism revenue and conservation zones.