IFS Launches Operations in Tanzania – Driving Local Content and Sustainable Growth
Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – IFS has officially launched operations in Tanzania, marking a major step in its continued growth across Africa. Expanding into the Mining, Oil & Gas sectors, IFS Tanzania – a proudly Tanzanian-owned Indigenous Company – brings integrated catering and facilities management solutions that prioritise sustainability, local empowerment, and operational excellence.
Empowering Local Talent
IFS Tanzania is built on the belief that growth should start from within. The company operates with a fully local workforce, ensuring that Tanzanian professionals are at the heart of every service delivered – from catering and housekeeping to laundry and site operations. By investing in training and skills development, IFS helps strengthen local capacity while creating long-term employment opportunities.
Sourcing Locally, Supporting Communities
IFS Tanzania is committed to 100% local procurement, sourcing ingredients, consumables, materials, and services from Tanzanian suppliers and small businesses. This approach strengthens local supply chains, stimulates economic growth, and ensures that the benefits of every contract extend into the surrounding communities.
Integrated Site Services
IFS Tanzania delivers a comprehensive suite of services tailored to the needs of remote and industrial operations, including:
Catering – Fresh, nutritious meals prepared by local chefs using locally sourced ingredients
Housekeeping & Cleaning – Safe, hygienic, and comfortable living and working environments
Laundry – Reliable, professional care for workwear and linens
Site Services – End-to-end support ensuring seamless daily operations
Committed to Sustainable Growth
Beyond service delivery, IFS Tanzania is focused on sustainable growth and community development. The company actively promotes local skills training, inclusive employment, and responsible procurement practices that create lasting social and economic value.
“Launching IFS Tanzania is more than expanding our footprint – it’s about investing in the country’s people, resources, and future,” said Henlo Webber, CEO of IFS. “By leveraging local talent and supply chains, we’re building partnerships that contribute to long-term, sustainable growth across Tanzania.”
