Our history
The initiative to form The Switzerland – Tanzania Chamber of Commerce in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania was taken by HE Didier Chassot, Ambassador of Switzerland to Tanzania and was supported by 7 Founding Members:
Oryx Gas Tanzania Limited, MSC – Mediterranean Shipping Company (Tanzania) Limited, SICPA Tanzania Limited, Forestry Holding AG, Shikana Investment and Advisory Group, and DUKU Telecoms Electronics Company Limited and Mbeya Cement Company Limited (Lafarge Holcim). The Chamber was inaugurated on 27th February 2023 and Ms. Amne Suedi Kagasheki was elected
as the first Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the Chamber until 2026. The Chamber strives to promote and maintain extensive contact with organisations in both Switzerland and Tanzania involved in trade or business relations between the two countries.
This is emphasised in the Chamber’s close contact with the Swiss Embassy in Tanzania, the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industries in Tanzania, Switzerland Global Entreprise, and official organisations promoting trade and investment in Switzerland and Tanzania.
Our history

The initiative to form The Switzerland – Tanzania Chamber of Commerce in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania was taken by HE Didier Chassot, Ambassador of Switzerland to Tanzania and was supported by 7 Founding Members:
Oryx Gas Tanzania Limited, MSC – Mediterranean Shipping Company (Tanzania) Limited, SICPA Tanzania Limited, Forestry Holding AG, Shikana Investment and Advisory Group, and DUKU Telecoms Electronics Company Limited and Mbeya Cement Company Limited (Lafarge Holcim). The Chamber was inaugurated on 27th February 2023 and Ms. Amne Suedi Kagasheki was elected
as the first Chairperson of the Board of Directors of the Chamber until 2026. The Chamber strives to promote and maintain extensive contact with organisations in both Switzerland and Tanzania involved in trade or business relations between the two countries.
This is emphasised in the Chamber’s close contact with the Swiss Embassy in Tanzania, the Ministry of Investment, Trade and Industries in Tanzania, Switzerland Global Entreprise, and official organisations promoting trade and investment in Switzerland and Tanzania.
Leadership
Honorary Member of the Board
Ambassador of Switzerland to the United Republic of Tanzania
Member of the Board
General Manager of SICPA Tanzania Limited
Vision
To be a Catalyst for Sustainable Economic Synergies between Switzerland and Tanzania by Uniting Swiss Expertise with Tanzanian Opportunities for Mutual Prosperity
Mission
1. Actively encouraging and facilitating collaboration between Swiss businesses and Tanzanian enterprises to create mutually beneficial partnerships.
2. Serving as a platform for the exchange of expertise, ideas, and best practices between Swiss and Tanzanian professionals, fostering a culture of continuous learning and innovation.
3. Advocating for policies and initiatives that support and enhance the economic ties between Switzerland and Tanzania, ensuring a conducive business environment for both nations.
4. Creating opportunities for collaboration and relationship-building among businesses, government representatives, and other stakeholders from Switzerland and Tanzania
5. Facilitating investment by providing guidance and support to Swiss businesses looking to invest in Tanzania and vice versa, thereby contributing to the sustainable economic development of both countries.
6. Encouraging and promoting responsible business practices that contribute to the well-being of both Swiss and Tanzanian communities, aligning with principles of sustainability and social responsibility.
7. Supporting the development of skills and capabilities in both countries, ensuring that the workforce is equipped to meet the demands of the evolving economic landscape.
Team
Team
Executive Director
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