What does Tanzania’s latest foreign exchange policy mean for regional investors and cross-border capital flows? With the issuance of the Foreign Exchange Regulations, 2022, the Bank of Tanzania has opened new investment opportunities by allowing residents of the East African Community (EAC) and the Southern African Development Community (SADC) to participate in Treasury bills and bonds. At the same time, the regulations introduce strict conditions on outward investments, reshaping how individuals and businesses can move capital within and outside the region. This article unpacks the key changes, definitions, and investment implications under the new regulatory framework.
