Tanzania has been identified as one of the African countries with a high number of adults living with diabetes, with approximately 2.9 million people aged between 20 and 79 affected by the disease.

According to a report by the International Diabetes Federation (IDF), published in 2025 and based on 2024 estimates, the prevalence of diabetes in Tanzania increased from 2.8% in 2011 to 9.8% in 2024.

The report further estimates that 60.2% of people living with the disease remain undiagnosed, highlighting the need to strengthen public awareness about diabetes and promote regular health screening for early detection.