Chinese engagement in Tanzania: Is it considered positive or negative by Tanzanians?

At a glance

• In general, Tanzanians have a favourable perception of China.
• Tanzanians believe that China’s economic and political influence on Tanzania is mostly positive.
• Tanzanians perceive China as having more influence on Tanzania than the USA, UK, India and South Africa or international organisations such as the UN or the World Bank.
• More Tanzanians prefer China as a model for Tanzania’s development over the USA, UK, India or South Africa.