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Iringa Pulp & Paper Industrial Complex

A large-scale industrial investment opportunity leveraging Tanzania’s vast forest resources to produce high-demand paper products for regional and global markets.


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Project Overview

The project involves the establishment of a modern pulp and paper manufacturing plant in Mafinga, utilizing sustainable forestry resources to produce packaging, industrial, and consumer paper products.

Strategic Location

Mafinga – Tanzania’s forestry hub
300 hectares allocated land
Access to roads, electricity & water
Export access via Dar es Salaam Port

Raw Material Advantage

3.5M+ hectares forest cover
39M+ seedlings annually
Pine suitable for pulp production
Strong smallholder supply chain

Product Portfolio

Kraft & Packaging Paper
Printing & Writing Paper
Tissue Products
Industrial Packaging Solutions

Market Opportunity

High import dependency in Tanzania
Growing EAC & SADC demand
Global packaging market expansion
E-commerce driving paper demand

Investment Rationale

With only one operational pulp mill in Tanzania and abundant raw materials, this project offers a strong opportunity for import substitution, export growth, and industrial expansion.

Government Support

Tanzania Investment Centre (TIC)
Standards & Certification (TBS)
Environmental Support (NEMC)
Industrial policy support

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