Tanzania cuts EV import duty to 10% in clean transport push

Tanzania has announced new tax and legislative reforms to accelerate the adoption of electric and gas powered vehicles. The government cut import duties on electric vehicles from 25% to 10% and introduced exemptions for selected electric and gas powered models. The goal is to reduce carbon emissions, cut reliance on imported petroleum, and protect the environment. The announcement was made by National Assembly Speaker Mussa Zungu at the UN High Level Political Forum in New York. These measures are part of a broader strategy that includes stronger environmental conservation, protection of water sources, and a national carbon monitoring system. The reforms show Tanzania moving beyond pledges into concrete fiscal incentives for cleaner transport. The next step will be whether the charging infrastructure and grid capacity can keep up with the policy intent.