Pai Gow is a popular game in Tanzania, with an estimated 10 million players in the East African country. It is a traditional Chinese game, also known as ‘Double-Hand Poker’, which was brought to Tanzania by Chinese traders during the 19th century. The game is often played in homes and neighborhood bars, with local versions of the game slowly developing over time.
Today, Pai Gow is still a popular game in Tanzania. The game is often used as gambling currency, with players wagering property, food, land, and other items. In Tanzania, Pai Gow is mainly a social game, with players gathering in homes, bars, and other locations to play rounds of the game.