🟢 Overview
The Tanzania–Dutch Agribusiness Accelerator (TADAA) is a SAGCOT-led initiative, backed by the Netherlands Enterprise Agency (RVO) and the Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands. It’s designed to fast-track Dutch agribusiness investment and partnerships in Tanzania, with a focus on the underutilized but high-potential Southern Highlands.
TADAA connects opportunity with action helping Dutch companies navigate regulations, build local partnerships, and contribute to Tanzania’s agricultural transformation.
🎯 Focus Areas
1. Business Intelligence & Information Access
We provide Dutch companies with timely, accurate, and relevant insights through:
- A Digital Agribusiness Directory
- A Policy Guide & Information Kit (permits, tax, investment process)
- Tailored consultations and referrals
2. Market Entry & Matchmaking
We help companies enter and grow in Tanzania by:
- Mapping Dutch agribusinesses and projects in the region
- Connecting businesses with regulators, LGAs, and local communities
- Matchmaking with distributors, processors, farmer groups, and agro-dealers
3. Policy Advocacy & Business Environment Support
We bring business issues to the table and push for solutions through:
- SAGCOT’s Policy Network and Green Reference Group (GRG)
- Direct escalation through responsible Ministries, Departments and Agencies.
📈 Why It Matters
✅ Unlocks scalable agribusiness investment opportunities
✅ Reduces risks and transaction costs for foreign companies
✅ Supports sustainable, climate-smart agricultural practices
✅ Strengthens bilateral trade and cooperation
✅ Drives local job creation, food security, and innovation
🧩 Key Sectors of Opportunity
- Horticulture
- Potatoes
- Aquaculture
- Poultry
- Dairy
- Agri-inputs and mechanization
- Agri-logistics and cold chain
📊 What We Aim to Deliver (Year 1)
- 📌 10 formal partnerships formed between Dutch and Tanzanian businesses
- 30+ Dutch companies engaged through direct support
- 📌 12 companies supported to invest, expand, or trade in Tanzania
- 📌 Digital Business Directory launched with key contacts
- 📌 Policy Guide in key thematic area produced with updated regulatory and compliance information
- 📌 Business issues formally presented for policy reform and resolution
🤝 Who Should Engage
- Dutch agribusinesses looking to expand into Africa
- Tanzanian companies seeking international partners
- Government agencies, investors, input suppliers, processors, and service providers
- Development partners promoting inclusive and green growth
📥 Resources
🔗 [Download Policy Guide & Information Kit] (Stay tuned)
🔗 [Access Digital Agribusiness Directory] (Stay tuned)
🔗 [Event Calendar & Matchmaking Sessions] (Stay tuned)
📬 Get in Touch
Are you a Dutch company interested in doing business in Tanzania? Or a Tanzanian company looking to collaborate with Dutch partners?
📧 Email: info@agcot.co.tz │a.msambachi@agcot.co.tz
📞 Phone: +255 (0) 22 260 1024
🔁 Powered by Partnership
TADAA is a collaboration between:
AGCOT Centre Ltd, Embassy of the Kingdom of the Netherlands, and RVO (Netherlands Enterprise Agency).