Oman marks strong presence at SabaSaba in Tanzania

DAR ES SALAAM: The Sultanate of Oman is marking a strong presence at the 50th Dar es Salaam International Trade Fair ‘SabaSaba 2026’ in the United Republic of Tanzania, attracting a notable turnout at its national pavilion. The pavilion features the Public Establishment for Industrial Estates ‘Madayn’, Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Investment Promotion, Oman Chamber of Commerce and Industry (OCCI), and the SMEs Development Authority ‘Riyada’. Alongside these bodies, 20 Omani companies are participating, representing industrial, commercial and service sectors.
On the sidelines of the exhibition, the supervisory team for promoting Omani products ‘OPEX’, in close coordination with the Embassy of the Sultanate of Oman in Tanzania, is preparing to host a joint Omani-Tanzanian Businessmen Meet on Thursday. This event is designed to explore new commercial partnerships and boost import and export operations between the two countries. The event also aims to highlight the incentives and services offered by relevant Omani authorities to attract foreign investments and enhance a thriving investment environment in Oman.
During his visit to Oman’s pavilion at the exhibition, Saud bin Hilal al Shidhani, Ambassador of Oman to Tanzania, said that Oman’s participation in SabaSaba 2026 in Dar es Salaam reflects the longstanding historical and trade ties between Oman and Tanzania. “The participation demonstrates Oman’s commitment to building on this shared legacy by strengthening economic and investment cooperation while showcasing the quality and competitiveness of Omani products. This will help create new opportunities for commercial partnerships and expand bilateral trade.”
Al Shidhani further described the SabaSaba Trade Fair as a key platform for promoting Omani products and services and exploring opportunities in East Africa. The participation reflects Oman’s strategic focus in promising markets and supporting the private sector in reaching new business partners and investors, he said.