Tanzania
United Republic of Tanzania
"An East African country known for Mount Kilimanjaro, Serengeti wildlife, and Zanzibar's spice heritage."
Overview
Key information and facts
Government type
Presidential Republic
Capital City
Dodoma
Official Languages
English, Swahili
Population
66.62M
Total Area
945.09K km²
Population Density
70.49 people per km²
Currency
Tanzanian shilling
Week Start
monday
Driving Side
left
Society
Key social and demographic indicators
Total Population+2.9%
Life Expectancy
Urban Population
Fertility Rate
Internet Users
Economy
Economic and financial indicators
GDP+5.1%
GDP per Capita
Inflation
Unemployment Rate
Gini Index
Frequently Asked Questions About Tanzania
What is the capital of Tanzania?
Tanzania's capital city is Dodoma.
What is the population of Tanzania?
As of 2023, the estimated population of Tanzania is approximately 66.62M people. This makes it the 23rd most populous country out of 192 states.
How large is Tanzania?
Tanzania spans a total area of approximately 945,087 square kilometers (364,899.98 square miles).
Which continent is Tanzania in?
Tanzania is located in Africa, specifically within the Eastern Africa subregion.
What is the GDP of Tanzania?
According to estimates from 2023, the Gross Domestic Product (GDP) of Tanzania is approximately $79.06B USD. This ranks Tanzania as the 78th largest economy out of 191 sovereign states worldwide.