Samia to swear in Jingu as judiciary CEO
DAR ES SALAAM: President Samia Suluhu Hassan is set to swear in Dr Antony Jingu as the new Chief Executive Officer of the Judiciary of Tanzania in a ceremony scheduled…
VP directs institutions to embrace AI
DAR ES SALAAM: VICE-PRESIDENT Dr Emmanuel Nchimbi has called for the accelerated adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and other emerging technologies in public institutions to improve service delivery, reduce bureaucracy…
US bill backs TZ dialogue
Proposes political reconciliation talks DAR ES SALAAM: A BILL introduced in the United States Senate has proposed the initiation of political reconciliation talks in Tanzania as part of broader efforts…
Tanzania, Türkiye ties to boost agriculture
Dodoma: Tanzania and Türkiye have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening strategic cooperation in agriculture, a move expected to support the country’s long-term development plans in the sector, which employs the…
Tanzania, Somalia explore ways to bolster their longstanding relations in key development sectors
MOMBASA: ZANZIBAR President and Chairman of the Revolutionary Council, Hussein Ali Mwinyi, has met with Somalia’s Deputy Prime Minister, Salah Ahmed Jama, to discuss ways of further strengthening the longstanding…
Dr Mwinyi, UNEP agree to deepen cooperation in environmental conservation for sustainable development
MOMBASA: ZANZIBAR President and Chairman of the Revolutionary Council, Dr Hussein Ali Mwinyi, has met with the Executive Director of the United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP), Inger Andersen, to discuss…
Tanzania affirms to deepen bilateral ties with US in key sectors as it marks its 250th Anniversary
DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA and the United States of America have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral cooperation in health, trade, investment, tourism and governance during celebrations marking the 250th…
CCBRT partners with CRDB Bank to expand economic opportunities for people with disabilities
DAR ES SALAAM: CCBRT has entered into a strategic partnership with CRDB Bank to expand inclusive financial services and increase the participation of people with disabilities in economic activities. The…
Tanzania pushes digital reform as public service week opens in Dodoma
DODOMA: PUBLIC Service Week has opened in Dodoma with a renewed push for accountability, digital systems, and better delivery of government services. The week long event, launched at Chinangali Park…
Interschool Games kick off in Iringa with a call to prioritize sports in boosting employment
IRINGA: THE Tanzanian government has pledged to continue to prioritize the sports sector in the country due to its significant contribution to youth development, the national economy and promoting Tanzania…
Tanzania sets strategies to bolster the use of technology in cooperative societies
KIBAHA: COOPERATIVE Associations’ Executives have been tasked to consider the use of technology to strengthen accountability, good governance and a culture of positive results in the operation of such associations…
Youth innovation takes centre stage at Tanzania festival
DAR ES SALAAM: A new push to turn youth creativity into real economic opportunities will take shape in Dar es Salaam tomorrow as hundreds of young innovators, entrepreneurs, and artists…
MOI to set up bone bank to help those who have lost limbs
DAR ES SALAAM: THE Muhimbili Orthopedic and Brain Institute (MOI) has unveiled plans to set up a bone bank that will meet the needs and help people who have lost…
Simba fined, Yanga supporter banned for 12 Months
DAR ES SALAAM: The Tanzania Premier League Board (TPLB) has imposed fines on Simba SC and Young Africans SC (Yanga) over separate incidents that occurred during NBC Premier League matches…
Tanzania launches a special initiative to market its natural attractions to lure tourists from the Far East
ARUSHA: THE Tanzanian government said it has implemented a range of strategies for the fast growing tourism sector, including promoting tourist attractions in new international markets, improving tourism infrastructure, and…
Tanzanians enjoy increase in life expectancy from 50 years in 2000 to 60 years today, as women hit 66 years
DAR ES SALAAM: HEALTH experts have discussed new strategies on how to improve health services to achieve the 2050 vision to ensure that every citizen receives treatment without hindrance. The…
Govt expands legal aid drive on family disputes
DODOMA: TANZANIA is rolling out an expanded legal aid campaign focused on easing family disputes, with marriage, divorce, and inheritance cases identified as key pressure points. Minister for Constitutional and…
Govt tackles justice system gaps in reform talks
DODOMA: TANZANIA has stepped up efforts to improve its criminal justice system following a high-level meeting of ministers and justice sector leaders chaired by Constitutional and Legal Affairs Minister Dr…
Struggling Starmer to divert budgets to fund military
The UK will divert money from other government departments to increase the defense budget, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has said. He made the remarks at the G7 summit in Evian-les-Bains,…
Iran declares victory over US
The newly signed memorandum of understanding between the US and Iran is a diplomatic victory for Tehran secured through strength and is evidence that Washington failed to achieve any of…
Tanzania attends the premiere of Seven Summits, a special film on its rich heritage
RIYADH: TANZANIAN Ambassador to Saudi Arabia, Engineer Zena Ahmed Said, attended the premiere of Seven Summits, a special tourism and environmental documentary organized by the Cinerama Film Club in Riyadh.…
Tanzania, US boost trade, investment cooperation
DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA and the United States have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening diplomatic, trade, and investment relations after talks between senior officials from both countries. Tanzania’s Minister for…
Tanzania lures pharma giants at Shanghai Expo
SHANGHAI: TANZANIA is stepping up efforts to attract global pharmaceutical investors through its participation in the CPHI China 2026 International Pharmaceutical Exhibition in Shanghai. The country is represented by the…
Tanzania targets Africa pharma manufacturing hub status
SHANGHAI: TANZANIA is accelerating efforts to establish itself as a leading pharmaceutical manufacturing hub in Africa as demand for medicines rises and sector reforms deepen. Deputy Permanent Secretary in the…
Tanzania’s banana gamble: The race from farm to South Africa’s supermarket shelves
DAR ES SALAAM: THE first banana shipment to South Africa will carry more than fruit. It will carry Tanzania’s ambition to turn one of its oldest crops into a modern…
Germany hosts Tanzanian art exhibition
GERMANY: A MAJOR exhibition showcasing contemporary Tanzanian art has started in Münster, Germany, as part of the city’s annual Africa Festival. The exhibition, titled ‘World Art from Tanzania: More Than…
Govt promises smooth entry for AFCON 2027 visitors
DODOMA: THE government has put in place measures to ensure fast and smooth immigration services ahead of the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), which the country will cohost with…
NMB new platform to expand digital banking push
DAR ES SALAAM: NMB Bank Plc has launched a super app that consolidates lending, payments, insurance, investments and group banking into a single mobile platform, as the lender steps up…
Yanga brace for tough Fountain Gate test
ARUSHA: YOUNG Africans will take on Fountain Gate FC today in a Mainland Premier League action at Sheikh Amri Abeid Stadium, with both coaches anticipating a fiercely contested battle as…
E-Delivery system mandatory from July 1
ARUSHA: THE government has directed all development stakeholders to prepare and register development projects in the electronic e-Delivery system starting July 1 this year as part of efforts to strengthen…
Simba move top of table
MBEYA: SIMBA SC moved to the top of the Mainland Premier League table after a hard-fought 1-0 victory over Mbeya City FC at Sokoine Stadium yesterday. The result intensifies both…
Seaweed industry revenue reaches 13.9bn/-
DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA’S seaweed industry generated 13.9bn/- in the current fiscal year, with the coastal crop emerging as a growing source of income for communities and a contributor to…
Cost of growth: What 2026/27 budget means for TZ’s financial future architect
DAR ES SALAAM: THE 2026/27 national budget has revived an ongoing debate in public finance: whether rising debt is used for productive investments expected to boost future economic growth or…
Uhuru Torch to inspect 27.7bn/- projects
TANGA: DEVELOPMENT projects worth more than 27.7bn/- will be inspected, inaugurated and launched during the 2026 Uhuru Torch race in Tanga Region, which begins today as the national torch enters…
What long-married couples want young people to know
From trust and communication to forgiveness and faith, couples reveal the secrets behind lasting unions. DAR ES SALAAM: AS economic pressures, changing lifestyles and the influence of social media continue…
The father factor in raising happy, confident children
DAR ES SALAAM: FOR many families, raising children has long been viewed as a mother’s responsibility. From preparing meals and helping with schoolwork to providing emotional support and daily care,…
Building strong families through trust, communication
DAR ES SALAAM: TRUST, honesty and open communication are often cited as the cornerstones of healthy relationships. Yet when these foundations are weakened, misunderstandings, emotional distress and family conflicts can…
TRA steps up withholding tax education
KAGERA: THE Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) has reaffirmed its commitment to providing extensive education on withholding tax (WHT) to business owners, consultants and other stakeholders to improve compliance and simplify…
Stronger voice, healthier nation
DAR ES SALAAM: WHAT if better nutrition begins not in the kitchen, but in the choices, women are allowed to make? Across Tanzania, women are the backbone of agricultural households.…
The journey of becoming
DAR ES SALAAM: WHEN Rosemary Otaru began sharing educational messages on social media, she never imagined that the habit would eventually lead her to become a published author. Today, through…
Lawmakers seek reliable digital tax systems
ZANZIBAR: LAWMAKERS in the Zanzibar House of Representatives have called for improvements to digital tax collection systems, citing frequent service disruptions that they say inconvenience taxpayers and could affect revenue…
Women gain wider access to capital, skills
DODOMA: LOANS, entrepreneurship training and market-linkage programmes remain central to efforts aimed at strengthening women’s economic empowerment and increasing their participation in productive sectors of the economy. Deputy Minister for…
Kigamboni VETA set for completion in August
DAR ES SALAAM: CONSTRUCTION of Kigamboni VETA College has reached 93.5 per cent and is expected to be completed in August this year, while rehabilitation works continue at Ulyankulu VETA,…
Kisarawe market project awaits funding approval
DODOMA: PLANS to construct a modern market in Kisarawe Town have moved a step closer following submission of a project proposal to the Prime Minister’s Office (Regional Administration and Local…
Ilemela Special Economic Zone gets 1bn/- allocation
DODOMA: PLANS to establish a Special Economic Zone (SEZ) in Ilemela Municipality have received a 1bn/- allocation in the 2026/27 financial year to support preparation of the project and lay…
Govt sets new fertiliser measures to boost productivity
DODOMA: THE government has pledged to strengthen support for the agricultural sector through increased use of affordable fertilisers, settlement of subsidy claims and wider adoption of digital payment systems to…
How Tanzania’s 92.28tri/- public investments create national wealth, growth
DAR ES SALAAM: PUBLIC attention is set to focus on State House in Dar es Salaam on June 30 as Tanzania marks Gawio Day 2025/26, a key annual event that…
TZ build foundation for modern agriculture
DODOMA: AGRICULTURAL modernisation has recorded significant progress in the country during the implementation of the Vision 2025, driven by increased investment in irrigation, mechanisation and technology adoption. As Tanzania prepares…
New courses added to public service schemes
DODOMA: THOUSANDS of graduates from newly introduced university programmes will now qualify for public service jobs following the government’s review of schemes of service to accommodate emerging professions and academic…
MPs raise alarm over unclaimed financial assets
DODOMA: SOME Members of Parliament have raised concerns over billions of shillings held in dormant bank accounts, mobile money wallets, pension funds and other unclaimed financial assets, arguing that the…