Songwe

Tucked in Tanzania’s far southwest, Songwe is a region of rolling highlands, fertile valleys, and growing towns at the edge of the Great Rift Valley. Formed in 2016 from the western part of Mbeya, Songwe shares borders with Zambia and Malawi, making it a vital link for trade and transport. The busy Tunduma border post connects travelers and goods across Southern Africa, while deep inland, the landscape shifts between green tea farms, maize fields, and forested mountains.

Songwe’s cool climate and rich soils support strong agriculture, while rivers cut through its terrain, shaping both the land and livelihoods, and offering scenic views and cultural richness tied to communities. Though young as a region, Songwe carries deep roots in tradition and plays a growing role in Tanzania’s economy and cross-border connections.