By Alfred Zacharia
Tanzania’s aviation industry is entering a new era of digital transformation and cooperation after four major institutions signed a groundbreaking Shared Revenue Distribution Agreement in Dar es Salaam today.
The deal brings together the Tanzania Civil Aviation Authority (TCAA), Tanzania Airports Authority (TAA), Tanzania Meteorological Authority (TMA), and Air Tanzania Company Limited (ATCL) under one unified framework to automate the way they share revenue.
The goal is to boost transparency, improve efficiency, and eliminate the delays caused by manual transactions. according to Mr. Daniel Malanga, acting director general of TCAA.
“This agreement is not just about money. It’s about building trust, accountability, and a shared vision for the future of aviation in Tanzania,” said Mr. Malanga.
Previously, these government institutions relied on manual processes to distribute aviation revenue—a system that often resulted in disbursement delays and financial inefficiencies.
Now, thanks to an electronic solution integrated with the Government Electronic Payment Gateway (GePG), revenues will be distributed automatically using a combined control number generated through institutional billing systems.
“This is the beginning of a new journey. A journey to make ATCL more digital, more efficient, and more ready to serve not only the Tanzanian market but also regional and global skies,” said Eng. Peter Ulanga, Managing Director of ATCL.
The system ensures that every payment made for services in the aviation sector will be instantly and accurately allocated to each beneficiary institution without third-party handling.
The solution was rigorously tested and will officially go live on July 1, 2025.
“This is a homegrown solution using our existing infrastructure and talent. It proves that we can solve complex problems with what we already have,” said Mr. Abdul Mombokaleo, director general of TAA.
Dr. Ladislaus Chang’a, director general of TMA, also emphasized the importance of collaboration in this new approach.
“We are not just sharing revenue, we are sharing responsibility, data, and a commitment to better service delivery,” he noted.
All four leaders credited President Samia Suluhu Hassan for inspiring the shift toward integration and innovation in public institutions.
Her directive to eliminate bureaucracy and modernize service delivery has become a driving force behind this transformation.
“Tanzania is not being left behind. We are moving with the world, and this agreement shows that when we work together, great things happen,” said Dr. Chang’a.
More than a technical upgrade, the agreement symbolizes a fresh start where institutions cooperate instead of compete, and where data and technology power progress.
It positions Tanzania’s aviation sector to become not only more accountable but also more globally competitive.
As the country continues to expand its airspace and connect with more destinations, the impact of this agreement will likely be felt beyond airport terminals.
It will create a ripple effect across tourism, trade, logistics, and regional integration.
“This is a bold step, and we are proud to take it together. Our skies are becoming smarter, and our future is looking brighter,” said Eng. Ulanga. “