Market Forecast By KVA Rating (5 KVA-75 KVA, 75.1 KVA-375 KVA, 375.1 KVA-750 KVA, 750.1 KVA-1000 KVA And Above 1000 KVA), By Applications (Residential, Commercial, Industrial, Transportation & Public Infrastructure), By Regions (Eastern, Northern, Western And Southern) And Competitive Landscape
Product Code: ETC090054 | Publication Date: Dec 2023 | Updated Date: Sep 2025 | Product Type: Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 70 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 5 | |
According to 6Wresearch internal database and industry insights, the Tanzania Diesel Genset Market is projected to reach at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 7.5% during the forecast period (2025–2031).
Report Name | Tanzania Diesel Genset Market |
Forecast Period | 2025-2031 |
CAGR | 7.5% |
Growing Sector | Industrial & Public Infrastructure |
The Tanzania Diesel Genset Market report thoroughly covers the market by kVA ratings, applications, and regional distribution. The market report provides an unbiased and detailed analysis of the ongoing market trends, opportunities/high growth areas, and market drivers which would help stakeholders to devise and align their market strategies according to the current and future market dynamics.
Tanzania Diesel Genset Market growth has proliferated owing to expanding industrial activity and persistent electricity shortages. Also, the rural population is shifting towards urban areas, which is another major factor. Unreliable grid power and frequent outages across the industries, including commercial, residential, and industrial, have boosted the requirement for backup solutions. The market size is estimated to grow, with ongoing infrastructure initiatives such as the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR), Julius Nyerere Hydropower Project (JNHP), and Dar es Salaam Port Expansion.
Below mentioned are some prominent drivers and their influence to the market dynamics:
Driver | Primary Segments Affected | Why it matters (evidence) |
Frequent power outages and unreliable grid supply | Residential, Commercial (≤375 kVA) | Grid instability drives widespread adoption of small-to-mid capacity gensets to ensure backup power in cities and rural areas. |
Expansion of infrastructure projects (SGR, airports, ports) | ≥375 kVA; Industrial & Transport | Mega-projects under government investment need large standby gensets for construction sites and public infrastructure. |
Growth in mining & manufacturing sectors | ≥750 kVA & >1000 kVA; Industrial | Mining operations in Northern and Western Tanzania are heavily reliant on high-capacity gensets for prime power in remote regions. |
Telecom tower expansion in rural regions | 5–75 kVA; Commercial & Public Infrastructure | Rising telecom penetration and rural coverage initiatives are boosting demand for small gensets at mobile tower sites. |
Healthcare sector development | 75–375 kVA; Public Infrastructure | New hospitals and clinics being set up under government programs require standby diesel gensets for continuous operation. |
Tanzania Diesel Genset Market is projected to grow at a CAGR of 7.5% during the forecast period 2025–2031. Numerous growth drivers are propelling the expansion of the market. For instance, the rising government investments in transport and energy infrastructure. In addition to this, strong growth in the telecom sector and private sector expansions in mining and manufacturing are some major factors bolstering the Tanzania Diesel Genset Market growth. The Industry is also witnessing a surge in diesel genset adoption in rural electrification programs, hospitals, and commercial complexes.
Below mentioned are some major restraints and their influence to the market dynamics:
Restraint | Primary Segments Affected | What this means (evidence) |
Rising diesel fuel prices & OPEX | Prime-power Industrial/Construction | Increased fuel expenditure impacts long-term adoption of gensets in industries relying on continuous usage. |
Environmental and emission compliance | New installations; all kVA | Tanzania National Environmental Management Council (NEMC) imposes emission standards that raise compliance costs for new genset deployments. |
Slow adoption of hybrid/renewable alternatives | Industrial & Public Infrastructure | Growing focus on solar-diesel hybrid mini-grids may gradually limit diesel genset Share. |
Import dependency for equipment | All categories | Heavy reliance on imports raises procurement costs and causes long delivery timelines. |
Noise and placement restrictions in urban hubs | Residential & Commercial | Noise-level restrictions in dense cities like Dar es Salaam and Arusha create additional installation costs. |
On the other hand, the market comprises several challenges that could affect the growth of the Tanzania Diesel Genset Market. These challenges include high reliance on imported generator equipment and volatile diesel prices. Limited financing options for SMEs restrict the adoption of large-capacity gensets. There is a high competition for diesel gensets in rural electrification programs, with the growing attention toward renewable mini-grid systems. These challenges need to be addressed to maintain a positive growth outlook.
Several prominent trends reshaping the market growth include:
Some prominent investment opportunities that are present in the market include:
Some Leading Players operating in the market include:
Company Name | Masterpower Generator Industry and Trading Inc. |
Established Year | - |
Headquarters | Dar es Salaam, Tanzania |
Official Website | Click Here |
Masterpower is a leading Tanzanian company specializing in the manufacturing and supply of diesel generators. They offer a wide range of gensets suitable for various sectors.
Company Name | African Power Machinery (TZ) Ltd |
Established Year | - |
Headquarters | Dar es Salaam, Tanzania |
Official Website | Click Here |
African Power Machinery is a Tanzanian company that provides high-quality diesel generators and related services.
Company Name | Aksa Power Generation |
Established Year | - |
Headquarters | Istanbul, Turkey |
Official Website | Click Here |
Aksa Power Generation is a global leader in the production of diesel generators. Through their local partners in Tanzania, they supply a range of gensets known for their durability and efficiency.
Company Name | Caterpillar Inc. |
Established Year | 1925 |
Headquarters | Deerfield, Illinois, USA |
Official Website | Click Here |
Caterpillar, commonly known as CAT, is a renowned manufacturer of heavy-duty diesel generators. Their products are widely used in Tanzania's sectors for reliable power generation.
Company Name | Phoenix Diesel Power Ltd |
Established Year | - |
Headquarters | Dar es Salaam, Tanzania |
Official Website | Click Here |
Phoenix Diesel Power is a Tanzanian company specializing in the supply and servicing of diesel generators. They offer a range of gensets tailored to meet the power needs.
According to Tanzanian government data, various programmes are present, some of the prominent ones are NEMC (National Environmental Management Council), which has introduced emissions rules & regulations for diesel gensets, ensuring compliance with noise and air quality standards. Additionally, various initiatives have been taken by the authorities. One of them is the Tanzania Development Vision 2025, and energy programs like Rural Energy Agency (REA) projects have mandated genset use in healthcare centers, schools, and remote communities. For example, REA’s rural electrification schemes often integrate gensets with solar hybrids to guarantee a continuous power supply.
The Tanzania Diesel Genset Market share is estimated to increase in the coming years. This is due to high demand projected from various industries, including mining, healthcare, and telecom. Hybridization with renewable energy sources will play a key role in reducing emissions and fuel costs. Additionally, the demand for mid- to high-capacity gensets is on the rise due to increased investments in mega-projects and government-led rural electrification. The long-term outlook highlights a shift toward smart, IoT-enabled genset solutions and service-based revenue models.
The report offers a comprehensive study of the subsequent market segments and their leading categories.
According to Abhishek Verma, Senior Research Analyst at 6Wresearch, The Above 1000 kVA category dominates the market as large mining operations and infrastructure projects in Tanzania rely heavily on high-capacity gensets for prime and standby power.
The Residential sector uses small gensets to address frequent power outages. The Commercial segment is expanding with demand from hospitality, offices, and retail.
The report offers a comprehensive study of the subsequent market segments:
1 Executive Summary |
2 Introduction |
2.1 Key Highlights of the Report |
2.2 Report Description |
2.3 Market Scope & Segmentation |
2.4 Research Methodology |
2.5 Assumptions |
3 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market Overview |
3.1 Tanzania Country Macro Economic Indicators |
3.2 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market Revenues & Volume, 2021 & 2031F |
3.3 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market - Industry Life Cycle |
3.4 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market - Porter's Five Forces |
3.5 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market Revenues & Volume Share, By KVA, 2021 & 2031F |
3.6 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
3.7 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market Revenues & Volume Share, By Regions, 2021 & 2031F |
4 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market Dynamics |
4.1 Impact Analysis |
4.2 Market Drivers |
4.2.1 Increasing demand for reliable backup power solutions in Tanzania due to frequent power outages |
4.2.2 Growth in construction and infrastructure development projects driving the need for diesel gensets |
4.2.3 Expansion of industrial sector in Tanzania leading to higher demand for diesel gensets |
4.3 Market Restraints |
4.3.1 Fluctuating fuel prices impacting the operating costs of diesel gensets |
4.3.2 Increasing focus on renewable energy sources leading to competition for diesel gensets in the market |
5 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market Trends |
6 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market |
6.1 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market, By KVA |
6.1.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.1.2 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market Revenues & Volume, By KVA, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.3 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market Revenues & Volume, By 5 - 75 KVA, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.4 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market Revenues & Volume, By 75.1 - 375 KVA, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.5 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market Revenues & Volume, By 375.1 - 750 KVA, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.6 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market Revenues & Volume, By 750.1 - 1000 KVA, 2021 - 2031F |
6.1.7 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market Revenues & Volume, By Above 1000 KVA, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market, By Application |
6.2.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.2.2 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market Revenues & Volume, By Residential, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.3 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market Revenues & Volume, By Commercial , 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.4 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market Revenues & Volume, By Industrial, 2021 - 2031F |
6.2.5 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market Revenues & Volume, By Transportation & Public Infrastructure, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market, By Regions |
6.3.1 Overview and Analysis |
6.3.2 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market Revenues & Volume, By Eastern, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.3 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market Revenues & Volume, By Western, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.4 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market Revenues & Volume, By Northern, 2021 - 2031F |
6.3.5 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market Revenues & Volume, By Southern, 2021 - 2031F |
7 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market Import-Export Trade Statistics |
7.1 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market Export to Major Countries |
7.2 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market Imports from Major Countries |
8 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market Key Performance Indicators |
8.1 Average hours of power outages in Tanzania |
8.2 Number of construction permits issued in Tanzania |
8.3 Growth rate of industrial sector in Tanzania |
8.4 Government policies supporting or hindering diesel genset adoption |
8.5 Availability and price trends of alternative energy sources in Tanzania |
9 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market - Opportunity Assessment |
9.1 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market Opportunity Assessment, By KVA, 2021 & 2031F |
9.2 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market Opportunity Assessment, By Application, 2021 & 2031F |
9.3 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market Opportunity Assessment, By Regions, 2021 & 2031F |
10 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market - Competitive Landscape |
10.1 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market Revenue Share, By Companies, 2024 |
10.2 Tanzania Diesel Genset Market Competitive Benchmarking, By Operating and Technical Parameters |
11 Company Profiles |
12 Recommendations |
13 Disclaimer |
Market Forecast By KVA (5 - 75 KVA, 75.1 - 375 KVA, 375.1 - 750 KVA, 750.1 - 1000 KVA, Above 1000 KVA), By Application (Residential, Commercial , Industrial, Transportation & Public Infrastructure) And Competitive Landscape
Product Code: ETC090054 | Publication Date: Aug 2021 | Product Type: Market Research Report | |
Publisher: 6Wresearch | No. of Pages: 70 | No. of Figures: 35 | No. of Tables: 5 |
In the year 2021, China was the largest exporter in terms of value, followed by Italy. It has registered a decline of -11.04% over the previous year. While Italy registered a growth of 105.41% as compare to the previous year. In the year 2017 Singapore was the largest exporter followed by China. In term of Herfindahl Index, which measures the competitiveness of countries exporting, Tanzania has the Herfindahl index of 1711 in 2017 which signifies moderately concentrated also in 2021 it registered a Herfindahl index of 1900 which signifies moderately concentrated in the market.
Tanzania Diesel Genset (Generator) Market is projected to grow over the coming year. Tanzania Diesel Genset (Generator) Market report is a part of our periodical regional publication Africa Diesel Genset (Generator) Market outlook report. 6W tracks diesel genset market for over 60 countries with individual country-wise market opportunity assessment and publishes with the report titled Global Diesel Genset (Generator) Market outlook report annually.
Tanzania Diesel Genset Market grew by 1.6% in 2017- 2020 and is expected to grow at a cagr of 3.2% during 2021- 2027. Tanzania occupies 8th position in terms of the market size in the Africa Diesel Genset market.
In terms of market by kva ratings. 75.1KVA-375KVA dominates the market and is expected to remain in a dominant position in the coming years. However, Above 1000KVA rating is expected to have the fastest growth rate among all ratings.
In terms of application, Industrial dominates the market and is expected to remain in a dominant position in the coming years. However, Industrial is expected to have the fastest growth rate among all applications.
Tanzania Diesel Genset Market report comprehensively covers the market by kVA ratings, applications, and regions. The Tanzania Diesel Genset Market outlook report provides an unbiased analysis of the ongoing Tanzania Diesel Genset market trends, opportunities/high growth areas, and market drivers which would help the stakeholders to devise and align their market strategies according to the current and future market dynamics.