Mwananchi Engineering and Contracting Company Limited (MECCO)

Building Tanzania’s Landmarks. Engineering Tanzania’s Future. Mwananchi Engineering and Contracting Company Limited (MECCO Ltd) stands as one of Tanzania’s oldest and largest private construction companies, with a proud legacy spanning over 50 years. Our work is deeply woven into the country’s infrastructure, with iconic projects such as the Bank of Tanzania building and Mount Meru Hotel in Arusha, Bombo Regional Hospital in Tanga, NIC Investment House, Kariakoo Market, and Tanzania Cigarette Company Headquarters in Dar es Salaam, as well as the Parliament Complex in Dodoma. Founded in 1964 through the visionary transformation of Tanganyika Engineering and Contracting Co. Ltd (TECCO), MECCO has been at the forefront of nation-building — from constructing roads, bridges, and sewerage systems to delivering landmark buildings and airport runways across Tanzania. Since 2001, following the Government’s divestiture program, MECCO has operated as a fully private company, guided by new leadership, modern management practices, and a renewed vision for excellence. Significant investments in plant, equipment, and human capital have fueled our growth, positioning us among the country’s most trusted partners for major civil works. Our Mission: To deliver world-class engineering and construction solutions that contribute to Tanzania’s social and economic development. Our Vision: To be Tanzania’s leading private construction and civil engineering company, recognized for quality, reliability, and innovation.