Mkwawa Free Zone
Logistics & Freight Services
A Tanzanian-registered logistics and freight services company specializing in Inland Container Depot (ICD) and Container Freight Station (CFS) operations, strategically located in Morogoro.
Our Numbers
Our Story
Mkwawa Free Zone Company Limited is a Tanzanian-registered logistics and freight services company specializing in Inland Container Depot (ICD) and Container Freight Station (CFS) operations. Strategically located in Morogoro, we serve as a critical inland hub for containerized cargo movement, offering reliable, secure, and efficient solutions to importers, exporters, freight forwarders and shipping lines.
Our operations are designed to decongest port facilities, streamline customs processes, and promote trade facilitation in line with Tanzania's logistics and industrial development goals.
Our Mission
To provide world-class container handling, warehousing, and logistics support services that exceed customer expectations while supporting the growth of Tanzania’s logistics infrastructure.
Our Vision
To be the leading inland logistics hub in East and Central Africa, driving regional trade through innovation, reliability, and excellence in ICD and CFS services.
Our Core Values
We operate with transparency, efficiency, and customer focus to deliver exceptional logistics services.
Integrity
We operate with transparency and accountability.
Efficiency
We prioritize timely and effective service delivery.
Customer Focus
We align our operations with our clients' needs.
Innovation
We leverage technology and continuous improvement.
Safety & Security
We maintain the highest standards in cargo and workplace safety.
Our Services
Comprehensive logistics solutions designed to streamline your cargo operations and reduce costs.
- Container Handling: Receiving and dispatching containers.
- Storage: Temporary holding for full container loads (FCL).
- Inspection & Docs: Container checks and documentation support.
- Customs: Clearance services and bonded warehousing.
- Import Facilitation: Coordinating logistics for inbound cargo.
- EDI: Enables fast, efficient communication with shipping lines.
- On-site Support: Quickly resolves cargo and regulatory issues.
- Stripping & Stuffing: Efficient container loading/unloading.
- LCL Handling: Dedicated space to prevent cargo damage.
- Reefer Points: Modern facilities with ample connections.
- Cargo Deconsolidation: Breaking down imported containers into individual shipments.
- Container Handling: Receiving, stacking, dispatching, stripping, and stuffing of containers.
- LCL Cargo Handling: Consolidation and deconsolidation of Less than Container Load cargo.
- Temporary Storage: Safe storage for Full Container Load (FCL) and LCL cargo.
- Customs Clearance: Bonded warehousing, customs examination, and cargo release.
- Documentation Support: Assistance with shipping, customs, and regulatory paperwork.
- Cargo Consolidation: Combining smaller shipments into one container for export.
- Reefer Handling: Specialized services for refrigerated containers.
- Export Facilitation: Coordinating logistics for outbound cargo.
- System Automation: Enables quick container location in the yard and fast loading/unloading.
- Tracking: Real-time cargo tracking and reporting.
- Security: 24/7 surveillance with damage prevention protocols.
- Equipment: Modern machinery for safe handling.
- Integration: Connected with port and customs systems.
- Support: Dedicated team for issue resolution and updates.
- Efficiency: Streamlined cargo handling operations.
Operations & Capacity
Our state-of-the-art facilities and processing capabilities enable us to meet growing demand while maintaining the highest quality standards.
Storage Capacity
Processing Capacity
Transport & Logistics
Our Growth Journey
Our remarkable growth story from 2022 to 2026, showcasing our commitment to expansion and excellence in tobacco processing.
Plan to increase processing capacity to 160 million kilos with advanced technology.
Plan to process 90 million kilos with enhanced facilities and operations.
Diversified operations and increased processing capacity. Processed 44.8 million kilos.
MLTL was established with a focus on tobacco cultivation and processing. Processed 7.5 million kilos.
Our Hunting Areas
Expert Team
Experienced professional guides and trackers ensuring safe and successful hunting experiences.
Licensed hunting guides with extensive wilderness experience
Local trackers with deep knowledge of wildlife behavior
Combined experience in hunting and safari operations
Safety record and client satisfaction guarantee
Why Choose Us
- Strategic Location: Close to major trade routes and industrial hubs.
- Government Collaboration: Strong ties with agencies and customs.
- Expert Team: Skilled, experienced operations staff.
- Scalable Facilities: Handles high cargo volumes efficiently.
- Regulatory Compliance: Adheres to all standards and requirements.
- Customer Focus: Dedicated to reliable service and satisfaction.
- Advanced Systems: Modern cargo handling technology.
Location Advantage
Location Advantage
Situated in Morogoro, a key transit corridor between the Dar es Salaam port and the hinterland, Mkwawa Free Zone Company Limited provides a strategic advantage for importers and exporters seeking inland clearance and logistics solutions.
- Highway Access
- Rail Connectivity
- Regional Reach
- Faster Transit
Mkwawa Office Locations
Our extensive network of offices across Tanzania ensures efficient operations and local support for farmers and stakeholders.
705 Westburry Tower, Marasi Drive, Business Bay
Our Leadership
Message from the CEO
At Mkwawa Free Zone Company Limited, we are driven by a singular vision—to become a cornerstone of logistics transformation in Tanzania and the greater East African region. In today’s fast-paced global trade environment.
We’re not just moving cargo—we’re shaping the future of logistics in Tanzania and beyond. Our mission is to transform inland logistics with smart infrastructure, seamless operations, and strong partnerships.
Located strategically in Morogoro, we are proud to contribute to the economic development of the region by promoting trade, creating jobs, and supporting the national agenda of industrialization and infrastructure development by building systems that cut port congestion, speed up cargo flow, and empower businesses to grow.
The future is exciting—through digital innovation, regional expansion, and rail integration, Mkwawa Freezone is driving efficiency, reliability, and sustainable impact.
Thank you for choosing Mkwawa Free Zone Company Limited. We look forward to serving you.
Ahmed Huwel
Chief Executive Officer (CEO), Mkwawa Free Zone Company Limited
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