POWER & ELEC TANZANIA 2026

POWER & ELEC TANZANIA 2026: Powering East Africa’s Energy Future
August 19–29, 2026 | Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

POWER & ELEC TANZANIA 2026, East Africa’s premier energy exhibition, returns to Dar es Salaam from August 19–29, 2026, to drive innovation, investment, and collaboration in the region’s rapidly evolving power sector. As Tanzania accelerates its energy infrastructure to meet rising demand and sustainability goals, this biennial event serves as a pivotal platform for industry leaders, policymakers, and innovators to shape Africa’s energy landscape.

Event Focus & Key Highlights
Spanning 11 days, POWER & ELEC TANZANIA will unite over 300 international exhibitors and 10,000+ visitors, showcasing cutting-edge solutions across the entire energy value chain. Highlights include:
- Renewable Energy Dominance: Emphasis on solar, wind, hydro, and geothermal projects, aligning with Tanzania’s target to increase renewable energy capacity to 60% by 2030.
- Smart Grid & Digitalization: Innovations in grid modernization, AI-driven energy management, and IoT-enabled infrastructure to enhance efficiency and reliability.
- Power Generation & Transmission: Exhibits from thermal, gas, and hybrid power plants, alongside advancements in high-voltage transmission systems to bridge regional energy deficits.
- Sustainable Solutions: Energy storage technologies, mini-grids, and off-grid systems to expand access in underserved rural areas.

Why Tanzania?
Tanzania’s energy sector is booming, with ambitious projects like the Julius Nyerere Hydropower Plant (Africa’s largest) and the Mtwara Gas-to-Power initiative. Dar es Salaam, as the region’s economic hub, offers strategic access to East African Community (EAC) markets, making it ideal for fostering cross-border partnerships. The event supports Tanzania’s Vision 2050 goal of universal electricity access and industrialization through reliable, clean energy.

Networking & Knowledge Exchange
Beyond exhibitions, POWER & ELEC TANZANIA features:
- Conferences & Workshops: Policy dialogues on energy regulation, financing mechanisms, and climate resilience.
- Investor Forums: Pitch sessions connecting developers with financiers for greenfield projects.
- Technical Seminars: Deep dives into emerging trends like green hydrogen and decentralized energy.

Economic Impact
The event is projected to generate $50M+ in business deals, catalyze $1B+ in new investments, and create 2,000+ jobs. It reinforces Tanzania’s role as an energy gateway, attracting global players like Siemens, Huawei, and regional leaders like Kenya Power and Uganda Electricity Transmission Company.

Join the Energy Revolution
POWER & ELEC TANZANIA 2026 is not just a trade fair—it’s a catalyst for sustainable development. Whether you’re a utility provider, technology innovator, investor, or policymaker, this is your opportunity to drive Africa’s energy transition. Save the dates and be part of the future of power in East Africa.

For more information, visit www.powerelectanzania.com.