Tanzania, Rwanda advance ties
Trade, investment, logistics, security and energy at centre DAR ES SALAAM: PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan and Rwandan President Paul Kagame have committed to deepening bilateral cooperation, with a particular focus…
EU reaffirms commitment to 265bn/- SASA programme
DODOMA: The European Union has assured the Tanzanian government of its continued commitment to implementing the €92.7 million (about 265bn/-) four-year Green and Smart Cities (SASA) programme (2022–2026), despite challenges…
Tanzania sees its trade, investment cooperation with Rwanda soar to 644bn/-
DAR ES SALAAM: PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan said trade and investment cooperation between Tanzania and Rwanda has grown significantly, reaching approximately 644bn/- based on 2025 figures. President Samia made the…
Rwanda unveils plans to honour Tanzanians who provided humanitarian aids to victims of its 1994 Genocide
DAR ES SALAAM: PRESIDENT Paul Kagame of Rwanda said his government is in the process of identifying and honouring Tanzanians who provided humanitarian and heroic support during the Rwandan Genocide…
UDSM seeks Harvard University’s partnership in the use of AI for research, and data analysis
DAR ES SALAAM: THE University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM) has initiated strategic partnership discussions with Harvard University aimed at strengthening the use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in education, research,…
Tanzania envisions tourism boost in ATCL’s direct flights to Seychelles
DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA’S national carrier, Air Tanzania Company Limited, has officially launched direct flights from Dar es Salaam to Seychelles, in an event led by the Minister of Transport,…
Tanzania banks on religious bodies for moral values and social cohesion to develop
MAFINGA: THE Tanzania government has pledged to continue working closely with religious institutions in strengthening moral values, social cohesion, and maintain peace as a foundation for the sustainable national development.…
Respect defines Dar derby clash
DAR ES SALAAM: THE Dar Derby takes place today at Major General Isamuhyo Stadium, with both Simba and Young Africans coaches stressing the respect they have for each other ahead…
Kagame jets in Dar to further cement the Rwanda-Tanzania historic ties
DAR ES SALAAM: THE President of the Republic of Rwanda, Paul Kagame, has arrived in the country for a one-day working visit aimed at strengthening bilateral relations between Tanzania and…
Why Tanzanian muziki wa dansi not in Paris (yet) and what must change
DAR ES SALAAM: THE other morning, at a perfectly respectable hour when one ought to be minding one’s tea and pretending to be productive, I received a music video clip…
Why we should protect peace
DAR ES SALAAM: PEACE is often seen as a mere absence of conflict, but its true essence goes much deeper. It is the foundation upon which all aspects of a…
Morality key to achieving Dira 2050 goals
DODOMA: As Tanzania aspires to become a one-trillion-dollar economy within the next 25 years under the ambitious Vision 2050, morality has been identified as a key pillar in achieving that…
Government develops Kiswahili AI model
DODOMA: THE government, through the Information and Communication Technologies Commission (ICTC), is in the final stages of developing a major Swahili Large Language Model aimed at advancing the use of…
Dar, Nairobi set to seal trade deals
DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA and Kenya are set to seal major trade and investment deals at a high-level business forum during President William Ruto’s State visit. The Tanzania-Kenya Business Forum…
PM urges unity, protection of peace
MAKAMBAKO: PRIME Minister Dr Mwigulu Nchemba has warned against attempts to incite unrest, urging citizens to safeguard peace while taking decisive steps to address citizens’ grievances during his visit to…
Tanzania tops Africa in perceived media freedom – Report
DAR ES SALAAM: MAJORITY of Tanzanians believe the country’s media operate freely, according to a new survey by Afrobarometer, which ranks Tanzania as the top performer in Africa on perceived…
KAGAME, RUTO’S VISIT TO TZ: Integration in top gear
DAR ES SALAAM: ANALYSTS have said visits by President Paul Kagame and President William Ruto signal a renewed commitment to regional economic integration, with Tanzania increasingly emerging as a strategic…
Grassroots loans quietly reshape Tanzania’s economic future
ACROSS Tanzania, a quiet yet significant transformation is unfolding within communities, steadily reshaping livelihoods for youth, women and people with disabilities. What began as a policy mechanism within local government…
Ambassador Warns: Misinformation endangers national cohesion
DAR ES SALAAM: AS Tanzania navigates a rapidly shifting global landscape marked by evolving security dynamics, political realignments and the growing influence of digital communication, a quiet but consequential threat…
Women’s voices drive climate action through innovative film
DAR ES SALAAM: RECENTLY in Dar es Salaam, a discussion emerged in a meeting between MyLegacy and civil society organisations centered on how best to elevate women’s voices in climate…
Youth empowerment and the role of young people in society
DAR ES SALAAM: YOUTH are the backbone of any nation’s development and future progress. They represent energy, creativity, innovation, and the drive to change society for the better. In every…
This is the story of the beautiful forest partridges of Udzungwa National Park
DAR ES SALAAM: ZOOLOGISTS say that Udzungwa Mountains National Park is home to the elusive Udzungwa forest partridge. Scientists describe partridges as medium-sized galliform birds belonging to several genera, with…
Plastic Waste Challenge Sparks Push for Sustainable Alternatives
DAR ES SALAAM: AGENDA for Environment and Responsible Development (AGENDA) is a Tanzanian civil society organisation established in 1997 following the completion of a project funded by the Danish International…
The China High Tech Fair in Ubungo will promote Tz’s international presence through trade diplomacy
DAR ES SALAAM: THE opening of the China High Tech Fair in Ubungo, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, is more than just another trade exhibition. From a trade and economic diplomacy…
Earth Day exposes rising global environmental emergency
DAR ES SALAAM: EARTH Day, marked annually on April 22, is a global event that highlights the importance of protecting the environment. It raises awareness of critical issues such as…
Political parties close ranks, support inquiry report
DAR ES SALAAM: IN a political landscape often defined by rivalry and recrimination, Tanzania has offered a rare and instructive moment of collective restraint. In the aftermath of the October…
COLUMN: MIND YOUR LANGUAGE. In which country is the Zambezi ‘Liver’?
DAR ES SALAAM: IN a postgraduate programme in which I am currently involved, there is a course titled ‘Financing Infrastructure Development’, addressing matters related to financing of big infrastructure such…
China–Africa Cooperation: Leveraging industrial transformation and global value chains
AS the global economic influence increasingly shifts to the Global South, China–Africa economic and trade cooperation has become a key partnership influencing Africa’s industrial development. Starting in the early 2000s,…
All fit for Dar Derby clash
DAR S SALAAM: SIMBA SC and Young Africans have both confirmed that their squads are fully fit ahead of tomorrow’s Mainland Premier League derby at Major General Isamuhyo Stadium in…
Arusha National Park attracts visitors with rich wildlife, scenic landscapes
ARUSHA: ARUSHA National Park, one of the most enigmatic national parks in northern Tanzania, is nestled northeast of Arusha city. This scenic paradise is home to Tanzania’s secondhighest mountain, Mount…
Low child development rate raises concern in Tanga
TANGA: LEADERS in Tanga Region have been called upon to intensify efforts to improve early childhood development, with only 46 per cent of children aged between zero and eight years…
TZ to receive up to 108bn/- for climate resilience
TANZANIA is expected to receive more than 30 million US dollars (approximately 108bn/-) under a global climate financing initiative aimed at strengthening resilience in coastal areas. The funding will be…
Bugando records first successful kidney transplant
MWANZA: BUGANDO Zonal Referral Hospital has successfully conducted its first kidney transplant, marking a major milestone in expanding specialised medical services in the Lake Zone and reducing reliance on treatment…
Parliament names three for EALA seats
DODOMA: PARLIAMENT has announced three candidates for the East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) seats ahead of a by-election scheduled for May 4, 2026. The three candidates are seeking to fill…
TUCTA rallies Vision 2050
NJOMBE: THE Trade Union Congress of Tanzania (TUCTA) has expressed its commitment to mobilising workers across the country to actively engage in the implementation of the National Development Vision 2050.…
Samia stresses peace, unity
NJOMBE: PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan has called on workers to uphold peace, unity and solidarity, emphasising that these values are fundamental pillars for promoting decent work and enhancing the welfare…
TZ to host Kagame, Ruto
RWANDA: TANZANIA is set to host President of Rwanda Paul Kagame and President of Kenya William Ruto, a move that is expected to strengthen diplomatic ties, boost trade and deepen…
Voices on Frontlines: How youth are shaping climate action from Norway to Tanzania
OSLO, NORWAY: On a cold morning in northern Norway, young protesters gathered to oppose mining projects they say threaten their future. “They felt they were going to live on this…
Tanzania facilitates overseas jobs for its 7,593 citizens as it enhances efforts to secure more
NJOMBE: THE Tanzanian government said it has successfully facilitated employment opportunities abroad for 7,593 Tanzanians, while efforts are ongoing to secure more positions in the international job market. The statement…
Vision 2050: Data protection defines Tanzania’s digital future
DAR ES SALAAM: THERE is a version of Tanzania’s future that we often celebrate because we can see it. It is visible in highways stretching across regions, in the Standard…
Tanzania’s Samatta wins the French Ligue 1 Player of April award
PARIS: TANZANIAN international player, Mbwana Ally Samatta has been named Player of the Month for April 2026 at his club, Le Havre AC, which competes in France’s top-tier Ligue 1.…
Denmark seeks to enhance ties with Tanzania in transport sector through TPA
DAR ES SALAAM: DENMARK has expressed interest in strengthening cooperation with Tanzania in promoting trade and investment in the transport sector, particularly through the Tanzania Ports Authority. Denmark’s Ambassador to…
Dr Samia alerts workers on shifting geopolitical dynamics that now threaten the globe
NJOMBE: PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan has warned that shifting global political and economic dynamics will significantly reshape the future of work, calling on both employers and workers to prepare for…
Mabuse, Chaka Chaka colour Tanzania Day in SA
PRETORIA: It was a nostalgic afternoon as legendary musicians Sipho Mabuse and Yvonne Chaka Chaka lighted the room with their legendary presence, transporting the audience back to the 1980s during…
Tanzania, Japan ties in the energy sector goes to the next level with advanced technologies in power generation
DAR ES SALAAM: THE cooperation between Tanzania and Japan in the energy sector has entered a new phase, with increasing emphasis placed on attracting private sector investment and introducing advanced…
Comoros’ business envoys visit Mtwara Port to streamline handling of cement vessels at the port
MTWARA: THE Mtwara Port has continued to receive delegations of businesspeople from the Comoros Islands with the aim of formally introducing them to the Tanzania Ports Authority (TPA) and strengthening…
Tanzania begins paying arrears of social security contributions, transfer dues to its workers
NJOMBE: THE Tanzanian government has begun paying arrears of social security contributions, leave allowances, transfer dues and salary arrears as part of ongoing efforts to clear verified workers’ claims. President…
OGTL calls for more clean energy use education
DAR ES SALAAM:THE Oryx Gas Tanzania (OGTL) has called for concerted efforts in strengthening public awareness education on clean energy use. The company’s Marketing and Sales Manager Shaban Fundi stressed…
Dr Samia calls for a clear, well-regulated framework to manage Tanzanians working abroad
NJOMBE: PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan has called for a clear and well-regulated framework to manage Tanzanians going to work abroad, stressing the need to safeguard their rights and welfare. The…
President Samia brightens the Workers’ Day in Njombe
NJOMBE: PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan arrives at Iringa Airport en route to Njombe for the national celebrations of the International Workers’ Day, today May 1, 2026. President Samia greets workers…