The Tanzania Association of Tour Operators (TATO) recently held a pivotal meeting with the Business Registrations and Licensing Agency (BRELA) on January 14, 2024, to address pressing issues surrounding business licensing in the tourism sector. The meeting, attended by TATO Vice Chairman Mr. Henry Kimambo, BRELA CEO Mr. Mnyasi, and representatives from TAMISEMI and LGAs, […]
The Tanzania Association of Tour Operators (TATO) is taking a giant leap forward in showcasing Tanzania’s breathtaking landscapes and rich cultural heritage to the world. In an exciting collaboration with Land & Marine Publications, TATO is set to unveil ‘Wonders of Tanzania’ at the renowned ITB Berlin 2025. This blog will take you through the […]
After several challenging years, the global tourism industry is finally on the brink of a full recovery. With spending levels now surpassing pre-pandemic figures, the travel sector is proving its resilience and adaptability. In this blog, we explore the factors contributing to this resurgence and what the future holds for global tourism. The Road to […]
The Tanzania Association of Tour Operators (TATO) has highlighted the crucial role tourism stakeholders must play in supporting conservation initiatives. Speaking to tourism stakeholders recently assembled in Arusha to honor Tanzania’s founding father, Mwalimu Julius Nyerere, and his legacy in conservation, TATO Chairman, Mr. Wilbard Chambulo, called for financial support to enhance conservation efforts. “My […]
A conversation with The Tanzania Association of Tour Operators (TATO).By Donnie RustFounded in 1983, the Tanzania Association of Tour Operators (TATO) has been at the forefront of driving progress in Tanzania’s tourism industry. The association plays a critical role in advocating for the interests of licensed tour operators and promoting sustainable tourism that benefits local […]
The Zanzibar government has affirmed its dedication to advancing trade, travel, and tourism by collaborating with NMB Bank to roll out new touchless digital payment systems in the region. Developed in conjunction with Mastercard, this project is designed to simplify financial transactions and spur economic development, thereby making Zanzibar a more attractive location for tourists […]
Tanzania has earned significant recognition through two key reports highlighting its successful conservation efforts. The “State of the World’s Migratory Species 2024,” from UNEP-WCMC, praises Tanzania’s commitment to preserving migratory species. It spotlights Serengeti National Park as “the largest remaining migratory system on earth,” renowned for its wildebeest migrations and described by UNESCO as “one […]
Generous Tour operators have successfully contributed more than Sh100 million to support heart surgeries to children at Jakaya Kikwete Cardiac Institute. The funds mobilized through the Tanzania Association of Tour Operators (TATO), as part of its member’s corporate social responsibility, would bankroll the heart surgeries to nearly 20 kids with congenital heart defects. TATO’s philosophy […]
Tanzania Tour operators have unveiled a new safari guide code of conduct and ethics designed to elevate professional standards in the rapidly growing tourism industry. Developed by the Tanzania Association of Tour Operators (TATO), this document serves as a key reference for promoting responsible and sustainable tourism. Launched in Arusha on October 14, 2024, TATO […]
Mr. Willbard Chambulo, Chairman of TATO, expressed heartfelt gratitude to members for their generous contributions, totaling 101,932,080 TZS, to support these children. “We are proud to present these funds to JKCI through its ‘Heart Team Africa’ foundation. We are confident that these children and their families will receive timely medical assistance, and with God’s grace, […]
The opposition party ACT-Wazalendo in Zanzibar is urging the complete withdraw of the newly introduced mandatory travel insurance policy, set to take effects in three weeks. In an interview with The citizen, ACT-Wazalendo`s Vice Chairman, Ismail Jussa Ladhu, criticized the policy for lacking adequate stakeholder engagement and for potentially harming Zanzibar`s tourism industry. Read More: […]
THE Tanzania Association of Tour Operators (TATO) yesterday distanced itself from alleged fraudulent activities by certain tour operators using the Government Payment System (GePG). Elirehema Maturo, the TATO executive director, said at a press conference here yesterday that the association supports the Treasury in its efforts to improve the tourism industry’s operational integrity and transparency. […]
THE government has released a “List of Shame,” identifying several dishonest tour operators accused of using fraudulent payment cards for government transactions, siphoning over 1 million US dollars (about 2.7tri/-). The Ministry of Finance has sent a letter to the Tanzania Association of Tour Operators (TATO), reporting that some Tanzanian tour operators have been involved […]
The Bank of Tanzania (BoT) said it has approved licenses for more than 30 hotels to establish bureau de change, in efforts to streamline currency exchange services within the hospitality sector and ensure compliance with the national financial regulations. The central bank introduced new Foreign Exchange (Bureau de Change) Regulations last year, which allowed the […]
In an effort to prevent people from starving amid a severe drought in Namibia, the government will cull more than 700 wild animals for their meat. The southwestern African country is currently facing the worst drought in 100 years. In an August report from the United Nations, officials said the humanitarian crisis in Namibia is likely to […]
