U20 WORLD CUP: Tanzanite Queens qualify
ZANZIBAR: TANZANIA’s U-20 women’s national team produced a night of pure footballing drama at the New Amaan Complex in Zanzibar yesterday, overturning a daunting first-leg deficit to dump Cameroon out…
IITA injects 410.75bn/- into agricultural transformation
DAR ES SALAAM: THE International Institute of Tropical Agriculture (IITA) has invested approximately 410.75bn/- in the country over the past 10 years, reinforcing the country’s efforts to modernise agriculture, strengthen…
Minister pledges improvement of community libraries
KILIMANJARO: THE government has reaffirmed its commitment to improving community libraries across the country to enable citizens to access knowledge that will enhance nation-building and improve people’s welfare. Minister for…
Mwinyi lauded for advancing traditional medicine
ARUSHA: THE Traditional Medicine and Environmental Protection Organisation (TRAMEPRO) has commended the late second-phase President, Ali Hassan Mwinyi, for his significant contribution to the promotion of traditional medicine in Tanzania…
Govt urges private sector to boost investment in water sector
DAR ES SALAAM: THE government has called on the private sector to increase investment in the water sector, saying sustained collaboration is essential in addressing existing challenges and advancing Tanzania’s…
Europe Day 2026 highlights EU support to Tanzania’s private sector
DAR ES SALAAM: THE Delegation of the European Union (EU) to Tanzania and the East African Community (EAC), together with the diplomatic missions of EU Member States, celebrated Europe Day…
TZ pushes for local pharmaceutical production to cut import dependence
DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA has embarked on an ambitious industrial strategy aimed at achieving self-sufficiency in the production of medicines, vaccines and medical equipment, with a target of reducing dependence…
Govt reaffirms commitment to strengthening ward tribunals
DODOMA: DEPUTY Minister for Constitutional and Legal Affairs, Ms Zainab Katimba, has reaffirmed President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s commitment to strengthening Ward Tribunals to enhance community-level dispute resolution and reduce the…
Bunge committee counsel mining investors
DAR ES SALAAM: THE Parliamentary Committee on Energy and Minerals has told investors in the sector to make investments that are beneficial to the nation and prioritise the interests of…
Report reveals gaps in women’s autonomy, decision-making
DODOMA: THE latest Women Empowerment and Nutrition (WEN) 2023/24 report has revealed significant gaps in women’s confidence and autonomy, with only 26 per cent of women nationwide believing they should…
Samia legal aid campaign reaches 600,000
DODOMA: MORE than 600,000 residents have been reached through the ongoing second phase of the Mama Samia Legal Aid Campaign (MSLAC) in Dodoma, with over half of the disputes recorded…
Zanzibar tourist arrivals rise 3.8pc in April
ZANZIBAR: ZANZIBAR recorded 38,554 international tourist arrivals in April 2026, representing a 3.8 per cent increase compared to 37,137 visitors received during the same period last year. However, the figures…
TZ among Africa’s top tourism investment destinations
EGYPT: TANZANIA has emerged as one of Africa’s leading destinations for tourism investment, with a new global report showing the country continues to outperform many nations on the continent in…
CCM must reject divisions, says Mwinyi
ZANZIBAR: ZANZIBAR President and CCM National Vice-Chairman (Zanzibar), Dr Hussein Mwinyi, has called on party leaders to strengthen unity and solidarity within the ruling party, warning against divisive factional politics…
Steel dreams turn reality
Liganga-Mchuchuma projects set to start in three months NJOMBE: AFTER years of anticipation, implementation of the multibillion-dollar LigangaMchuchuma projects is expected to begin within the next three months, marking a…
Govt pledges continued support for midwives
MOSHI: THE government has reiterated strong collaboration with the Tanzania Midwives Association (TAMA) to ensure midwives continue working in a conducive environment that enables them to effectively carry out their…
Birdi outshines his Ugandan hosts in the Pearl of Africa Rally
MBARARA: TANZANIAN wheeler Randeep ‘Sanny’ Birdi beat a contingent of Ugandan rivals to win the National Rally Championship (NRC) title in the Shell V-P Pearl of Rally staged over the…
Tanzania hails elected Djibouti President, wishes him success in serving his people
DJIBOUTI: THE Minister for Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation, Mahmoud Thabit Kombo, represented Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan at the inauguration ceremony of Djibouti President Ismaïl Omar Guelleh, held…
Simbu outshines rivals at the National Sports Awards gala
DAR ES SALAAM: ALPHONCE Simbu was named the Best Male Athlete of the Year 2025 at the National Sports Awards held at the Superdome. His outstanding performances in athletics helped…
Tanzania awards Simbu for promoting the nation’s image on the global stage
DAR ES SALAAM: ALPHONCE Simbu has been honored with the Athlete Recognition Award for his outstanding contribution to promoting Tanzania’s national image on the international stage. The celebrated long-distance runner…
Mixx, DSE drive new wave of young investors as digital investment uptake surges
DAR ES SALAAM: Digital investment transactions through the partnership between Mixx by Yas and the Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange (DSE) have surged from 840m/- to 6.9bn/- within a year,…
Oryx contributes 1.2tri/- to GDP, creates 26000 jobs
DAR ES SALAAM: THE Oryx Energies Tanzania’s operations have contributed 1.2tri/- to the nation’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP) over the four-year period from 2021 to 2024. This substantial contribution underscores…
Kakulu: Road safety education will save lives
DAR ES SALAAM: MEMBER of Parliament for Mbagala Constituency, Burchard Kakulu, has said road safety education being provided to motorcycle riders is crucial in saving lives and accelerating national development.…
Dr Samia reminds prison authorities to uphold the dignity, rights and welfare of female inmates
DAR ES SALAAM: PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan has directed prison authorities to uphold the dignity, rights and welfare of female inmates, stressing that women prisoners have unique needs that must…
Tanzania moves to establish a startup capital for inmates upon completing their jail terms
DAR ES SALAAM: THE Tanzanian government plans to establish a special fund within the Prisons Service to provide startup capital for inmates completing jail terms with vocational skills. President Samia…
Dr Samia orders authorities to establish a strong tracking system for inmates after their jail terms
DAR ES SALAAM: PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan has directed authorities to establish a strong tracking system for former inmates after completing their jail terms with the aim of reducing repeat…
2,848 women attend cervical and breast cancer screening in Arusha
ARUSHA: 2,848 women have benefited from cervical and breast cancer screening services during a five-day outreach campaign conducted in Arusha District Council. The campaign was jointly coordinated by the Arusha…
Tanzania holds talks with dry port operators in efforts to reduce congestion at Dar Port
DAR ES SALAAM: THE Tanzanian government has begun discussions with dry port operators and various public institutions on ways to expand and improve the capacity of inland container depots following…
Iranian Cultural Centre launches painting competition in protest against bombing school children
DAR ES SALAAM:THE Iranian Cultural Centre in Tanzania has launched a painting competition aimed at encouraging the community, particularly children and youth, to express their feelings through art following an…
Inquiry report and the lesson of protecting peace
DAR ES SALAAM: FOR more than six decades, Tanzania has built a reputation as one of Africa’s most peaceful and politically stable nations. While many countries across the continent have…
Tanzania’s global standing strengthens
DODOMA: TANZANIA has continued to strengthen its global influence and secure strategic leadership positions across regional and international organisations, reaffirming its rising profile in global diplomacy. Deputy Minister for Foreign…
Promo films boost Tanzania tourism
MANYARA: TOURISM stakeholders in Tanzania are reporting notable gains following intensified international promotion through the films “Royal Safari” and “Royal Tour.” The films have opened new opportunities in the sector…
Govt seeks funds for Songea Airport terminal
DODOMA: THE government is continuing with procedures to secure funds for construction of a new passenger terminal building at Songea Airport as part of efforts to improve services and increase…
Workers losing jobs to receive benefits within 90 days
DODOMA: EMPLOYEES who lose their jobs can now receive unemployment benefits in a lump sum within 90 days under improved social security regulations, the National Assembly was told yesterday. Deputy…
Jamii Namba children pilot set for rollout
DODOMA: THE government has completed preparations for a pilot programme to issue unique identification numbers (Jamii Namba) to children from birth, with the numbers set to appear on birth certificates…
PM calls for better investor support
DODOMA: PRIME Minister Dr Mwigulu Nchemba has urged leaders in government institutions and authorities to facilitate investors, rather than impose unnecessary restrictions to attract more investment. He said stronger publicprivate…
Bunge urges reforms in inclusive education
DODOMA: MEMBERS of Parliament have called for sweeping reforms to strengthen inclusive education in the country, urging expanded investment to address existing gaps. These include infrastructure, teacher training, data availability…
‘Protect peace, reject violence’
DODOMA: PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan yesterday warned youth against being manipulated into violence, saying the October 29 unrest tarnished the country’s image and must never be repeated. Speaking in Dodoma…
Selander: The only bridge in Tanzania with the best public relations ever
DAR ES SALAAM: NO bridge in Tanzania has managed to sneak itself so comfortably into public affection quite like the good old Selander Bridge in Dar es Salaam. Long before…
Dr Samia sends condolences as Botswana mourns the death of its former president, Mogae
DODOMA: PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan has sent a message of condolence following the death of former Botswana President Festus Gontebanye Mogae, describing him as a distinguished leader who made significant…
BRICS melody calls India’s finest traditional musicians to the global stage
BRASIL: The BRICS Melody International Music Project has announced an open competition inviting professional Indian musicians and ensembles specializing in traditional musical instruments to participate in a prestigious international cultural…
The companies making billions from the Iran war
WORLD: As households across the globe count the costs of the US-Israel war in Iran, some companies have been counting bumper profits instead. The uncertainty sparked by the conflict, and…
PM calls on public authorities to respect investors’ rights when in handling the country’s projects
MIKUMI: PRIME Minister Mwigulu Nchemba has called on government institutions and authorities to shift their approach from controlling investors to facilitating and enabling them in order to attract more investment…
STAMICO intensifies investment in large-scale nickel, salt projects in Southern Tanzania
NACHINGWEA: THE State Mining Corporation (STAMICO) has continued to intensify investment in large-scale nickel and salt projects aimed at creating jobs, boosting national revenue and improving livelihoods in southern Tanzania.…
Former Botswana President Festus Mogae dies aged 86
BOTSWANA: Botswana’s former head of state Festus Mogae has died at the age of 86, President Duma Boko has announced. “Today Botswana mourns a distinguished statesman and patriot whose life…
Tanzania pledges to maintain ties with NGOs in implementing social development projects
DODOMA: THE Ministry of Finance pledges to continue building understanding, exchange experiences and strengthen cooperation between the Tanzanian government and the non-governmental organizations to ensure the implementation of social development…
Tanzania connects natural gas infrastructure to 2,512 households in four coastal regions
DODOMA: TANZANIA has connected a total of 2,512 households to natural gas infrastructure across Mtwara, Lindi, Pwani and Dar es Salaam regions as part of ongoing efforts to expand access…
Goals beyond the pitch: How Makonda’s 2026/2027 sports budget bets big on AFCON 2027
DAR ES SALAAM: WHEN Minister for Culture, Arts and Sports Paul Makonda tables the 2026/2027 budget in Parliament this week, one line item will tell the story of Tanzania’s national…
Tanzania commits to increase investment in exploration to fully unlock its vast mineral resources.
DODOMA: THE Minerals Minister Anthony Mavunde has said that the country is seeking increased investment in mineral exploration to fully identify and unlock its vast mineral resources. The minister made…
TTF unveils plans to host Taekwondo Championship in Dar in efforts to promote the sport nationwide
DAR ES SALAAM: THE Tanzania Taekwondo Federation (TTF) has announced plans to host the National Taekwondo Championships later this year in Dar es Salaam as part of efforts to promote…