Tanzania's election unrest led to the closure of Dar es Salaam port, severely impacting Malawi's cargo sector. This disruption threatens economic stability in the region, particularly for landlocked countries reliant on Tanzanian ports.

Following the October 29 elections in Tanzania, significant unrest has led to the closure of Dar es Salaam port, which is crucial for trade with Malawi. The protests resulted in the shutdown of border crossings and a paralysis of the cargo sector, causing severe fuel shortages in Malawi's major cities. Economists have expressed concerns that the political instability in Tanzania could have broader implications, including rising inflation and reduced agricultural productivity, particularly affecting farmers who rely on timely access to fertilizers. The Southern African Development Community (SADC) has noted that Tanzania's ports are vital for trade in the region, and the unrest poses a risk to the economic stability of landlocked countries like Malawi, Zambia, and Zimbabwe, which depend on these routes for essential imports.