Tanzania’s external sector showed significant improvement, driven by strong export growth and reduced import costs. The country’s current account deficit narrowed to USD 2.56 bln by the end of August, compared to USD 3.84 bln in the same period last year. Exports of goods and services surged to USD 15.06 bln, up from USD 13.29 bln, reflecting a positive outlook for the country’s economic performance this year.