Tanzania has introduced a digital platform called TanFish Marketplace to modernize its fisheries sector and boost economic growth.Developed by the University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM) in partnership with the Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), the platform connects fishers, traders, processors, and buyers, enabling transparent online transactions.This innovation aims to address long-standing challenges such as limited market access, fair pricing, and post-harvest losses.Over 500 users have registered since its launch on June 11, 2026, with nearly two tonnes of fish already traded.

The government views fisheries as a strategic economic sector, not just a subsistence activity, with plans to expand the platform to cover other fishing areas and products.

Deputy Permanent Secretary Prof Mohammed Ali Sheikh emphasized the sector's potential for employment and exports, while calling for financial services tailored to fisheries businesses.The initiative highlights Tanzania's push toward a digital economy and its commitment to leveraging technology for sustainable development.