Tanzania Ports Authority (TPA) was established under the Ports Act No. 17 of 2004. The Authority is vested with the obligation and responsibility of developing, managing and promoting the maritime sector in Tanzania mainland. The major role of TPA is to enhance the advantages of the geographical position of Tanzania’s maritime resources to fulfil its mandates including provision of services in relation to loading and unloading of cargo and passenger services at all ports in Tanzania.
TPA’s vision is to lead the regional maritime trade and logistics services to
excellence and its mission is to develop and manage ports that provide world class
maritime services and promote excelling logistics services in eastern, central, and
southern Africa. TPA continues to undertake substantial improvement measures
to turn around its performance to maintain competitiveness within the region.