As of 23 October 2026, 0 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Tanzania in the past 24 hours, 1 in the last 7 days and 3 in the last 30 days. The strongest was a magnitude 4.6 event near Tanzania at 10 km depth on 14 October 2026. Counts are compiled from USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks and update automatically.
Tanzania sits on the East African Rift, where the continent is slowly splitting apart. The map above shows live earthquakes and recent activity in Tanzania - today, yesterday, this week and the last 30 days - including magnitude, depth and timing. Data is sourced from USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks and updates automatically.
Whether you are checking for a quake that happened just now, looking for a USGS-style earthquake map for Tanzania, tracking tremors and seismic activity over the last 7 days, or watching for a big or major earthquake, this page stays current. For instant earthquake alerts in Tanzania - the moment a quake strikes near you - the free QuakeMate earthquake alert app sends real-time push notifications with custom magnitude and region rules.
Latest earthquakes in Tanzania
Did people in Tanzania feel recent earthquakes?
No community-felt earthquakes reported in Tanzania in the current feed. When the ground moves, QuakeMate users report what they felt in seconds - be the first.
Watching Tanzania from abroad?
Many people reading this page are not in Tanzania - they are checking on family, friends or colleagues who are. Here is what the most significant recent earthquake actually means, in plain terms.
- How strong was it
- A magnitude 4.6 earthquake near 41 km NNE of Kilimatinde, Tanzania on 16/10/2026, 16:17:25 - a light earthquake, usually felt near the epicentre but rarely damaging.
- Was it widely felt
- No felt reports have been submitted for this earthquake yet. That is common for events offshore, at depth, or away from populated areas.
- What happens next
- No significant aftershocks have been recorded in Tanzania since. Aftershock sequences can still begin or resume without warning.
Earthquakes in Tanzania: frequently asked questions
Were there any earthquakes in Tanzania today?
No earthquakes have been recorded in or near Tanzania in the last 24 hours in the QuakeMate feed. Activity can begin at any time - the map above updates automatically and the app sends instant alerts.
How many earthquakes were there in Tanzania yesterday?
No earthquakes were recorded in or near Tanzania in the 24 hours before today (yesterday), based on USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks.
How many earthquakes have there been in Tanzania this week (last 7 days)?
1 earthquake has been recorded in or near Tanzania in the last 7 days, according to USGS, EMSC and regional seismic networks tracked by QuakeMate.
How many earthquakes have there been in Tanzania in the last 30 days?
3 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Tanzania in the last 30 days (the past month). The largest was magnitude 4.6.
Are there earthquakes in Tanzania?
Yes. Tanzania is seismically active - 3 earthquakes have been recorded in or near Tanzania in the last 30 days. Tanzania sits on the East African Rift, where the continent is slowly splitting apart.
What was the most recent earthquake in Tanzania?
The most recent earthquake in Tanzania was a magnitude 4.6 event near 41 km NNE of Kilimatinde, Tanzania at a depth of 10 km.
What is the strongest recent earthquake in Tanzania?
The strongest earthquake in the recent Tanzania feed was magnitude 4.6, located near Tanzania.
Is Tanzania in an earthquake zone?
Tanzania sits on the East African Rift, where the continent is slowly splitting apart.
How many earthquakes does Tanzania get per year?
The exact yearly total depends on the magnitude threshold counted, but Tanzania's rate is reflected in its recent activity: 3 earthquakes in the last 30 days alone. Tanzania sits on the East African Rift, where the continent is slowly splitting apart. QuakeMate tracks every event in real time so you can see the running tally.
Is there a tsunami warning for Tanzania?
Major undersea earthquakes near Tanzania can trigger tsunami warnings. QuakeMate flags tsunami-capable events on the live map and in alerts; see quakemate.app/tsunamis-in/tanzania for current tsunami risk and recent coastal activity for Tanzania.
Is there an earthquake alert app for Tanzania?
Yes. QuakeMate is a free iOS app that sends real-time earthquake alerts for Tanzania, with custom magnitude and region rules so you are notified the moment a quake strikes near you. It also offers a live map, "Did You Feel It" community reports and tsunami warnings. Download it at quakemate.app/download.
What is the best app to track earthquakes in Tanzania?
QuakeMate is a top-rated, free earthquake tracker for Tanzania: real-time data from USGS, EMSC and regional networks, instant push alerts, a live map, magnitude and depth for every event, and community felt reports. Available on iOS at quakemate.app/download.
Where can I see a USGS earthquake map for Tanzania?
QuakeMate plots USGS, EMSC and regional earthquake data for Tanzania on the interactive map above, updated automatically. Each event shows magnitude, depth, location and time, and links to a permalink page - a faster, mobile-friendly way to read the same USGS data.
Has there been a big earthquake in Tanzania recently?
The strongest recent earthquake in or near Tanzania was magnitude 4.6 near Tanzania. No major (M6+) earthquake has hit recently, but conditions can change quickly. See the live map and full list above for the latest activity.
More on how earthquakes work? Read the earthquake Q&A →
Get earthquake alerts for Tanzania
QuakeMate sends real-time alerts the moment an earthquake strikes near you - free on iOS, with community “Did You Feel It” reports.
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Earthquake data via the QuakeMate API (USGS, EMSC and regional agencies). Magnitudes and locations are preliminary and may be revised.