Abstract:
The main objective of this study was to investigate the impact of mining in Tanzania, with a specific
focus on the Mererani-Arusha Region. Mining plays a crucial role in Tanzania's economy, providing
employment and contributing significantly to the country's GDP. However, alongside the positive
developments, the growth of the mining sector in Arusha has also raised concerns about its potential
negative consequences. One of the foremost concerns is related to the environmental impact of
mining activities. To achieve the results, both primary and secondary data was collected and
analyzed. A mixed-methods approach was employed to ensure a comprehensive understanding of
the factors influencing the mining sector in Mererani - Arusha Region. The study population
consisted of 693 individuals, from whom 128 respondents were drawn using the (Cochran, 1963) formula (n= N/(1 +N e2)).The study used questionnaires to collect data that were analyzed
using descriptive statistics analysis. The key findings of the study revealed that the mining company
did not play a critical role in enhancing the environmental and socio economic conditions of mining
community in Mererani-Arusha. The study recommends the government, the surrounding
communities and other development stakeholders to join their efforts in eradicating environmental, social and economic challenge in the study area. Also, the mining companies have mechanisms in
place to track their own productivity and financial performance, but they lack the mechanisms to
assess their community relationships. It is thus advisable that they prioritize regular community
satisfaction assessme
