A Landmark Project for Tanzania’s Future
The Dar es Salaam Integrated Waste Facility (IWF) is a flagship public-private partnership that will turn one of East Africa’s biggest urban challenges into a world-class example of the circular economy in action.
Designed for Tanzania’s commercial capital, the IWF will:
Eliminate open dumping across Dar es Salaam
Process over 4,600 tonnes of municipal solid waste (MSW) daily
Generate up to 50 MW of renewable power and industrial fuel
Recover valuable recyclables and organic fertiliser
Create over 10,000 direct and indirect jobs
Dramatically cut greenhouse gas emissions
This is not just waste management — it’s a blueprint for cleaner cities, stronger economies, and climate resilience across Africa.
Who We Are
Dar Eco Circular Ltd is the project proponent and Special Purpose Vehicle (SPV) established to deliver the IWF. The company is the result of a strategic joint venture between:
Viability Gap Plc (Kenya) – Bankable infrastructure project developers
N-Gas Ltd (Tanzania) – Local energy, gas infrastructure, and logistics experts
GEFCO Invest (Norway) – Nordic leaders in clean-tech and sustainable project delivery
This unique alliance brings international engineering excellence together with local operational know-how and deep market knowledge.
Public-Private Partnership Structure
The IWF is being developed in partnership with:
Dar es Salaam Local Government Authority (DLGA)
The five Municipal Councils of Temeke, Kinondoni, Ilala, Ubungo, and Kigamboni
Under the Public Private Partnership Act, Cap 103 R.E. 2018, this collaboration aligns with Tanzania’s National Environmental Policy (2021) and National Solid Waste Management Strategy (NSWMS). It is designed to directly contribute to:
National resource efficiency targets
Climate-resilient urban development
Sustainable industrial growth in line with Vision 2025
Our Vision
To create a fully integrated waste-to-resource ecosystem that:
Eliminates uncontrolled dumping and landfill reliance
Maximises material recovery and recycling
Produces clean energy to power industries and homes
Catalyses green industrial development in Dar es Salaam
Enhances livelihoods and community wellbeing
Our Role in the Circular Economy
We are building Tanzania’s first large-scale, integrated circular economy hub, combining:
Advanced Waste Processing – German-engineered mechanical-biological treatment and anaerobic digestion
Energy from Waste – Electricity, heat, and renewable fuels for industrial use
Eco-Industrial Park Development – A 1,000-acre site in Kigamboni SEZ for recycling, manufacturing, and green SMEs
Fertiliser Production – Turning organic waste into high-quality compost and biofertiliser
Community Engagement – Waste segregation campaigns, livelihood programmes for youth and waste pickers, and environmental education
Commitments of the Public Partners
Under the Local Government (Urban Authorities) Act, DLGA and the Municipal Councils will:
Provide municipal land for the facility, transfer stations, and the eco-industrial park
Facilitate permitting and regulatory approvals
Guarantee a steady waste supply through improved collection systems
Promote household and business-level waste segregation
Participate in governance and oversight under the PPP framework
Commitments of the Private Consortium
Dar Eco Circular Ltd and its shareholders will:
Mobilise blended finance from equity, debt, climate funds, and DFIs
Deliver turnkey EPC solutions — from engineering to commissioning
Operate and maintain the facility under performance-based contracts
Transfer technology and skills to Tanzanian partners
Maintain environmental compliance and operational excellence
Our Projected Annual Impact
| Impact Area | Result | Why It Matters |
|---|---|---|
| Waste Diverted from Dumps | 1.2 million tonnes | Protects environment & public health |
| Renewable Energy Generated | 350 GWh | Clean, reliable power supply |
| Greenhouse Gas Emissions Avoided | 1.1 million t CO₂e | Supports Paris Agreement targets |
| Recyclable Materials Recovered | 800,000 tonnes | Boosts local manufacturing |
| Organic Fertiliser Produced | 50,000 tonnes | Improves soil health & food security |
| Jobs Created | 10,000+ | Economic empowerment & poverty reduction |
Why This Project Stands Out
Bankable & Diversified Revenue Model – Multiple streams from energy sales, recyclables, tipping fees, industrial park leases, and carbon credits
Climate Positive – Significant CO₂ savings, eligible for climate finance
Scalable & Replicable – Model designed for deployment in other African cities
Inclusive Development – Gender-responsive, youth-focused, and community-driven
Benefits for Stakeholders
Government – Achieves waste management and climate targets ahead of schedule, attracts foreign investment, and improves public health outcomes.
Investors & DFIs – Secure, diversified, and climate-aligned investment with measurable ESG performance.
Communities – Cleaner streets, safer neighbourhoods, better jobs, and improved livelihoods for informal waste pickers.
Industry – Reliable access to renewable power, raw materials, and industrial land.
The Planet – Reduced carbon footprint, less land degradation, and cleaner oceans.
Call to Action
Dar es Salaam is ready for a green transformation — and the IWF is the vehicle to make it happen. Whether you are a government official, private investor, community leader, or technology partner, you have a role in building a cleaner city, a stronger economy, and a healthier planet.
Join us in turning waste into wealth.