A glass of Tequila for Zuchu as Bongo Flava surfs with Latinos
DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA’S Bongo Flava heroine, Zuchu continues to surf on both the Indian and Atlantic oceans at a professional ease with her recent hit, Lollipop, telling it all.…
From Serengeti Boys to Taifa Stars: The blueprint for AFCON 2027
DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA’s football story has always been written in chapters of hope, heartbreak and near-misses. But in Morocco last week, a new chapter opened. One written not by…
Health Ministry urged councils to strengthen vaccination services
DAR ES SALAAM: THE Ministry of Health has urged Regions and Councils to strengthen vaccination services by developing new methods to reach children who have not received any vaccinations (zero-dose)…
Beyond hashtags: The two intellectual giants Tanzania forgot to applaud
DAR ES SALAAM: EVERY Friday, as Tanzania settles into its familiar rituals, the nation performs a kind of informal census of importance. Football debates stretch late into the night. Political…
Tanzania banks on global conference on people’s empowerment to improve its policies, strategies, laws
DAR ES SALAAM: THE Minister for Community Development, Gender, Women and Special Groups, Dr Dorothy Gwajima, said the research to be discussed at the first International Conference on People’s Empowerment…
Mkuju Uranium Project to make Tanzania among largest producers of uranium globally
NAMTUMBO: THE Mkuju River Uranium Project located in Namtumbo District, Ruvuma Region is expected to make Tanzania one of the largest producers of uranium in the world, with an estimated…
Dr Samia banks on skilled, disciplined and educated youth to develop Tanzania
MOSCOW: PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan has urged African nations to prepare young people with the knowledge, skills and capacity toward the knowledge-based economy. She said nations should ensure their people…
Tanzania, Sweden agree to deepen bilateral ties in trade, investment, education, technology
DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA and Sweden have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening bilateral relations, with both countries seeking to expand cooperation in trade, investment, education, technology and sustainable development. The…
JK champions GPE3’s global efforts to secure funding for education
PARIS: THE former Tanzanian President, Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete, has continued to champion global efforts to secure funding for education, leading a key meeting of the Board of the Global Partnership…
ACA; Tanzania a global hub for cashew learning
MTWARA: AGRONOMIC best practices, advanced research and a favourable investment environment are attracting international researchers, farmers and investors to study Tanzania’s cashew model, the Africa Cashew Alliance (ACA) said. The…
‘Youth innovation boosts competitiveness’
DAR ES SALAAM: INVESTING in youth innovation is a critical step towards building a competitive economy driven by knowledge, technology and value-added products, the Director General of the Tanzania Trade…
Recovering drug addicts to receive life skills training
RECOVERING drug addicts are set to benefit from vocational and life skills training following a new partnership between the Drug Control and Enforcement Authority (DCEA) and the Vocational Education and…
TZ cuts antibiotic use by 88pc, AMR deaths by 14pc
DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA has reduced antibiotic consumption by 88 per cent and cut deaths associated with antimicrobial resistance (AMR) by 14 per cent, marking a significant milestone in efforts…
Tanzania deploys four athletes for Open Water Swimming Championships
MAURITIUS: Tanzania has dispatched four swimmers ready to shine at The Africa Aquatics Zone IV Open Water Swimming Championships to be held from June 6 to 7 in Mauritius. They…
“Tanzania Rising” documentary highlights Samia’s global diplomacy and development drive
DAR ES SALAAM: A new short documentary titled “Tanzania Rising” has showcased the growing international profile of Tanzania under President Samia Suluhu Hassan, highlighting her role in opening up the…
Medical pundits link non-iodinated salts to heart disease
MTWARA: THE ongoing health camp in Mtwara Region has found 85 per cent of 58 people attended in three days have Hypertension Heart Disease (HHD) linking the high rate to…
AFCON U17: Grassroots investment pays off
DAR ES SALAAM: SERENGETI Boys Head Coach Elieneza Nsanganzelu has attributed the team’s recent success to years of investment in grassroots football, saying the achievements demonstrate the value of developing…
Tanzania sits fifth after opening round in Mauritius
MAURITIUS: TANZANIA opened its campaign at the Africa Region IV Men’s Team Championship with a fifth-place finish after the first round at Tamarina Golf Club in Mauritius on Thursday and…
Azam end Mali speculation with Ibenge deal extension
DAR ES SALAAM: AZAM FC have ended speculation linking Head Coach Florent Ibenge with the Mali national team job after extending his contract until 2028. The Mainland Premier League club…
Serengeti Boys have proved grassroots football works
DAR ES SALAAM: THE Serengeti Boys have given Tanzania a reason to believe again. Their campaign at the AFCON Under-17 finals was not built on luck or noise. It was…
Great Lakes clean-up yields major gains
MWANZA: THE second phase of the Clean Shores, Great Lakes Campaign has recorded significant success across the African Great Lakes region, with 69 clean-up exercises conducted to protect water bodies…
Mwinyi sets course for diversified Zanzibar economy
ZANZIBAR: ZANZIBAR is stepping up efforts to diversify its economy and strengthen its position as a leading investment destination, with government leaders and international partners rallying behind the islands’ growth…
Dar, Moscow near local-currency trade settlement deal
MOSCOW: TANZANIA and Russia are in the final stages of negotiations on a framework that will allow bilateral trade to be settled in local currencies, a move aimed at reducing…
PM calls for compliance with Ebola prevention guidelines
DODOMA: PRIME Minister Dr Mwigulu Nchemba yesterday urged the public to continue heeding advice from health experts and follow official guidelines regarding the Ebola outbreak reported in some neighbouring countries.…
TASAF, scholars join forces to shape Vision 2050
DAR ES SALAAM: As Tanzania prepares to begin implementing the National Development Vision 2050 in July 2026, policymakers, researchers, development practitioners and social protection experts are converging around a common…
Tanzania invited to host the Africa beekeeping expo 2028 OR Africa bee expo chooses Tanzania for 2028 edition
ALGERIA: Tanzania’s remarkable rise as one of Africa’s leading honey producers has earned it a prestigious continental honour: an invitation to host the 5th Africa Beekeeping Expo in 2028. The…
Tanzanians urged to avoid politicians and activists who incite unrest
DAR ES SALAAM: Tanzanians have been urged to ignore activists and politicians who promote violence and disrupt peace in the country, as such individuals do not have the nation’s best…
Parliament dodgers face disciplinary action
DODOMA: SPEAKER of the National Assembly, Mussa Azzan Zungu, on Thursday directed the Office of the Clerk to take disciplinary action, in accordance with parliamentary Standing Orders, against all Members…
EAC ministers seal pact to boost regional trade, investment
ARUSHA: MINISTERS responsible for Trade, Industry, Finance and Investment from East African Community (EAC) partner states have endorsed a package of measures aimed at boosting regional trade, attracting investment and…
Why Russia honoured Samia
MOSCOW: PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan has been awarded an Honorary Doctorate by the Peoples’ Friendship University of Russia (RUDN University) in recognition of her efforts to advance education, strengthen human…
ELCT empowers 3,711 youth in Monduli through its development programs
MONDULI: THE Evangelical Lutheran Church in Tanzania (ELCT), in partnership with Compassion International Tanzania, has successfully supported 3,711 children and youth in Monduli District through child and youth development programs…
Tanzania, Russia move to establish efficient payment system for trade and investment
MOSCOW: TANZANIA and Russia are moving closer to a new phase of economic cooperation, with talks now in their final stages to establish a more efficient payment system aimed at…
Tanzania targets $400m export losses through innovation
DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA has launched a new innovation programme aimed at cutting annual losses of up to US$400 million caused by the export of raw materials with little or…
Govt orders action against negligent supervisors, warns on AI misuse
DODOMA: THE Tanzanian government has ordered disciplinary action against supervisors who fail to conduct performance appraisals for public servants and warned of sanctions against employees who misuse Artificial Intelligence (AI)…
Prison legal aid strengthened
DODOMA:THE government has intensified efforts to strengthen legal aid services in prisons as part of broader measures to improve access to justice for inmates and remandees across the country. The…
Tanzanian exporters expand markets, face losses
DAR ES SALAAM: Tanzanian businesses are expanding across Africa. From agriculture and manufacturing to logistics and services, more companies are entering regional markets, securing new customers and building cross-border partnerships.…
Tanzania enhances preventive measures and public education against Ebola outbreak
DODOMA: THE Tanzanian government has stepped up preventive measures and public education on Ebola, urging citizens to remain alert and report any suspected cases early to prevent potential spread of…
Dr Samia dedicates her honorary doctorate award to Tanzanians for their trust in her leadership
MOSCOW: PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan has dedicated her honorary doctorate award to the people of Tanzania, saying the recognition reflects the trust and confidence they have placed in her leadership…
RUDIN University decorates President Samia in recognition of her leadership, diplomacy, and social development.
MOSCOW: PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan has been awarded an Honorary Doctorate (Honoris Causa) by RUDN University, also known as Patrice Lumumba University, in recognition of her contributions to leadership, diplomacy…
Brussels Airline brightens Tanzania’s tourism season with direct flights to KIA
ARUSHA: BRUSSELS Airlines has launched direct flights between Belgian capital, Brussels and Kilimanjaro International Airport (KIA), renewing efforts to bolster tourism, trade and investment ties with Europe. The inaugural flight…
STAMICO inks Qatar’s firm investment in gold, copper exploration, extraction, processing, and value addition
DOHA: TANZANIA’S State Mining Corporation (STAMICO) and Qatar’s Thirty-Five Investment Holding have agreed to strengthen cooperation in exploring investment opportunities within Tanzania’s mining sector following productive discussions held on 3rd…
COSOTA advances copyright protection in talks with CISAC, a global body for authors and composers
DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening copyright protection and safeguarding creativity across Africa through its participation in the Regional Committee for Africa meeting of the International…
CRDB Bank simplifies acquisition of quick loans for Tanzania’s public servants
DAR ES SALAAM: CRDB Bank Plc has officially launched its “Kopa Kimpango Wako” campaign aimed at enabling public servants to access loans more easily, quickly, and under more favorable terms.…
Dr Salim Centre for Foreign Relations hosts Nigeria Air Force delegation
DAR ES SALAAM: The Dr Salim Ahmed Salim Centre for Foreign Relations ( CFR) in Tanzania had hosted the delegation from the College of Air Force of the Federal Republic…
Tanzania embarks on a pension verification exercise, instructs retirees to complete process before July 15
DAR ES SALAAM: THE Ministry of Finance has announced the second phase of a nationwide pension verification exercise targeting retirees and other beneficiaries paid through the Treasury, urging those who…
TanTrade to celebrate 50 years with golden jubilee night
DAR ES SALAAM: DAR ES SALAAM is set to witness a landmark moment in trade and investment as preparations intensify for the Sabasaba 2026 Golden Jubilee Night, marking 50 years…
Govt 20-year bond undersubscribed in two years
DAR ES SALAAM: The 20-year Treasury bond recorded its first undersubscription in nearly two years last week, signalling a notable shift in long-end demand as the Bank of Tanzania (BoT)…
Tanzania nears sugar self-sufficiency
DODOMA: THE country is steadily strengthening its sugar sector, recording significant gains toward self-sufficiency as expanded factory capacity and rising domestic production reduce reliance on imports. The Minister for Industry…
AFCON UNDER 17: Makonda: Boys made us proud
DAR ES SALAAM: MINISTER for Information, Culture, Arts and Sports, Paul Makonda, has commended the Serengeti Boys for their stellar performance at the Under-17 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), declaring…
When marriage becomes a race against time
DAR ES SALAAM: FOR many young adults, questions about marriage often begin long before they feel ready to settle down. Family gatherings, conversations with friends and even casual interactions with…