Tanzania Roads Association (TARA) is a non-governmental (NGO), non-political, non-profit and non-religious organization which was established and registered in the United Republic of Tanzania in 1991 with the aim of promoting the development of a sound road transport sub-sector in Tanzania. TARA provides a broad road knowledge and experience exchange forum for both the public and private entities in Tanzania.

TARA membership is open to public and private road oriented firms; transport operators and association; construction equipment manufacturers, suppliers and operators; Government and national institutions; professional institutions and trade associations; academic institutions; consultants and contractors; road safety bodies; oil companies; insurance companies; and any individuals with interest in roads and road transport. There are four classes of membership, namely Corporate, Professional, Ordinary and Honorary Members