Facts about Tanzania

Area: 364,945 square miles

History: Arab traders first began to colonize the area in 700 A.D. Portuguese explorers reached the coastal regions in 1500 A.D. and held some control until the 7th century, when the sultan of Oman took power.

Government: Republic

Economy: Tanzania has the second largest economy in the East African Community and twelfth largest in Africa. Tanzania's economy is largely dependent on agriculture for employment.

Population: 49.25 million people

Currency: Tanzanian Shilling

Religion: Islam

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