What is the Capital of Tanzania?
Facts last checked 31 August 2026.
The capital city of Tanzania is Dodoma. Tanzania is located in Eastern Africa, Africa, with a population of 68,153,004. The official currency is the Tanzanian shilling and the primary language spoken is Swahili.
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Capital of Tanzania — FAQ
What is the capital of Tanzania?
The capital of Tanzania is Dodoma.
Is Dodoma the largest city in Tanzania?
No — while Dodoma is the capital, the largest city in Tanzania is Dar es Salaam.
What country is Dodoma in?
Dodoma is the capital city of Tanzania.
What continent is Dodoma in?
Dodoma, the capital of Tanzania, is located in Africa.
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