Tanzania Annual Inflation Stagnate at 3.7% in July 2019

TANZANIA INFLATION JULY 2019

The National Bureau of Statistics of Tanzania (NBS) indicates that the Annual Headline Inflation Rate for July 2019 has stangnated at 3.7% as it was recorded in June 2019. 

The overall index went up to 116.61 in July 2019 from 112.44 recorded in July 2018.

Food and Non-Food Inflation Rates
Food and Non Alcoholic Beverages Inflation Rate for the month of July 2019 has increased to 2.9% from 2.3% recorded in June  2019.

Annual Inflation Rate for food consumed at home and away from home for the month of July 2019 has increased to 4.9% from 4.3% recorded in June 2019.

On the other hand, the 12 month index change for non-food products in July 2019 has decreased to 4.2% from 4.7% recorded in June 2019.

Inflation Rate Excluding Food and Energy
The Annual Inflation Rate which excludes food and energy for the month of July 2019 has decreased to 3.1% from 3.4% recorded in June 2019.

Monthly Headline Inflation Rate
The Consumer Price Index from June, 2019 to July 2019 has decreased by 0.4% compared to a decrease by 0.2% recorded from May 2019 to June 2019.

The overall index has decreased to 116.61 in July 2019 from 117.03 recorded in June 2019.

The decrease of the overall index is mainly attributed to the price decrease for food items.

Some food items that contributed to such decrease include; rice by 2.4%, spaghetti by 1.1%, sardines by 2.1%, fruits by 3.4%, coconut by 4.0%, round potatoes by 2.3%, cassava by 6.5%, and cooking bananas by 2.2%.

Want to know more about the Economy in Tanzania? Our free Tanzania Business and Investment Guide 2026 covers the Economy, plus regulations, key sectors, and investment opportunities—all in one place.

Download Free Guide
Related Posts
Saada Mkuya Salum House of Representatives Zanzibar
Read More

Zanzibar 2026/2027 Budget Estimates Allocate TZS 27.7 Billion to President’s Office to Prioritize Blue Economy and Private Sector Participation

The Minister of State for the President's Office has unveiled the Zanzibar 2026/2027 Budget Estimates, totaling TZS 27.74 billion to accelerate infrastructure and private sector-led development. Key highlights include TZS 7 billion for development projects and new frameworks for concessional agreements to enhance port and social service efficiency.
TANZANIA ANNUAL INFLATION RATE APRIL 2026
Read More

Tanzania Inflation Rate Rises to 4% in April 2026 as Fuel and Transport Prices Jump

Tanzania’s inflation rate rose to 4.0% in April 2026 from 3.2% in March 2026, driven by sharp increases in transport costs, fuel prices, and food items. Transport inflation reached 9.2%, while food and non-alcoholic beverages inflation increased to 5.7% as petrol, diesel, fruits, cooking bananas, and other staple food prices recorded strong monthly gains.
Central Bank of Tanzania BOT CBR Interest Rate Q2 2026
Read More

BOT Keeps Tanzania Central Bank Rate at 5.75% for Q2 2026; GDP Growth Reached 6.2% in Q1 2026, Driven by Construction, Agriculture, Financial Services, and Tourism

The Bank of Tanzania (BOT) recently released its Monetary Policy Report of April 2026, in which it indicates that the Monetary Policy Committee (MPC) decided to keep the Central Bank Rate (CBR) at 5.75% in Q2 2026. The decision reflects a cautious policy stance aimed at balancing the risks to inflation and economic growth outlook, in the face of the current unprecedented geopolitical tensions in the Middle East.