DODOMA: THE Parliamentary Standing Committee on Energy and Minerals has received specialized training on laws, regulations, and guidelines governing the mining sector, aimed at enhancing legislators’ understanding, particularly the distinction…
DAR ES SALAAM: THE Deputy Minister in the President’s Office for Regional Administration and Local Government (TAMISEMI), Festo Dugange, has stated that the construction of vocational secondary schools across the…
DODOMA: THE Tanzanian government has allocated 5.1bn/- in the 2025/2026 financial year to compensate 1,730 residents affected by the construction of a 220-kilovolt electricity transmission line from Masasi to Mahumbika.…
DAR ES SALAAM: Political and diplomatic analyst Dennis Muchunguzi has called on Tanzanians to remain calm and patient as they await the report of the commission investigating incidents of unrest…
KIGOMA: As the government continues to encourage stakeholders to complement its efforts in delivering essential community services, initiatives like free medical outreach programs are proving critical in expanding access to…
NYANG’HWALE: BARRICK Bulyanhulu, through Twiga Minerals Corporation, has pledged 900m/- to fund development projects in Nyang’hwale District Council this year, signalling a deeper push by the mining sector into local…
ZANZIBAR: PEOPLE’S Bank of Zanzibar (PBZ) assets have grown by 10 per cent to a historic high of 2.75tri/- last year, driven by growth in lending and customer deposits. PBZ…
DAR ES SALAAM: AS Tanzania marks Financial Literacy Month this April, many discussions will focus on saving, budgeting, investing and managing debt. These are all important. However, there is one…
NAIROBI: THE usual political noise has been cut through with unusual clarity by remarks ascribed to Dr Fred Matiang’i in recent days. Dr Fred cautions that the politics currently emerging…
DAR ES SALAAM: THE establishment of a presidential commission in Tanzania was prompted by the aftermath of the 29 October 2025 general election. Unlike other commissions, this one was tasked…
DAR ES SALAAM: AS we commemorate the 104th anniversary of Mwalimu Julius Kambarage Nyerere’s birth, his philosophy found powerful resonance last weekend. At a youth symposium hosted by the Mwalimu…
DODOMA: THE Public Procurement Appeals Authority (PPAA) has said a new digital module under the NeST system will significantly enhance accountability, transparency and efficiency in the national supply chain. Speaking…
ARUSHA: MISCONCEPTIONS and harmful traditional beliefs remain a major barrier preventing cancer patients from seeking timely medical care, resulting in many starting treatments when their conditions have significantly worsened. Dr…
ARUSHA: THE Aga Khan Health Services, Tanzania (AKHST), under the Aga Khan Development Network (AKDN), has donated chemotherapy equipment worth 55m/- to support cancer treatment services at Mount Meru Regional…
SIHA: THE Tanzania Fire and Rescue Force in Kilimanjaro Region has rescued eight people after their homes were surrounded by floodwaters following ongoing heavy rains. Confirming the incident, Acting Regional…
DODOMA: THE Ministry of Minerals has directed the Geological Survey of Tanzania (GST) to strengthen its internal working environment to enhance productivity, innovation and staff safety. Speaking during the inauguration…
DAR ES SALAAM: THE Tanzania Bureau of Standards (TBS) has officially certified the Dar es Salaam Institute of Technology (DIT) as the first higher learning institution in the country to…
DODOMA: DEPUTY Minister in the President’s Office (Planning and Investment), Dr Pius Chaya, has underscored the critical role of every Tanzanian in implementing the National Development Vision 2050, which aims…
DAR ES SALAAM: THE government is accelerating plans to construct inland dry ports in a strategic move aimed at reducing traffic congestion in Dar es Salaam and improving cargo handling…
DAR ES SALAAM: ARTIFICIAL Intelligence (AI) is emerging as a key driver of Tanzania’s digital economy, with experts highlighting its vast potential to accelerate transformation across multiple sectors and create…
DODOMA: THE government is rolling out a series of proactive measures to mitigate the fallout from surging global oil prices and shield consumers and businesses from a spike in transport…
DAR ES SALAAM: As International Coffee Partners (ICP) marks its 25th anniversary, Tanzania stands out as a compelling example of how long-term collaboration can transform smallholder farming systems and reshape…
DODOMA: Yas Tanzania has reaffirmed its strategy of expanding inclusive connectivity beyond major urban centres to underserved and rural communities. The remarks were made by YAS Tanzania’s Chief Executive Officer,…
FRANCISTOWN: THE Head Coach of Tanzania’s national under-17 girls’ football team – Serengeti Girls, Bakari Shime has cautioned that the return leg of their 2026 FIFA U-17 Women’s World Cup…
DAR ES SALAAM: THE UK City of Leicester is set to become a vibrant hub of sporting nostalgia and community celebration as the Cricket Legends of Tanzania gather for their…
NAIROBI: TANZANIA’s top amateur golfers delivered an impressive showing after the second round of the KLGU Open Meeting 2026 at Royal Nairobi Golf Club, with Arusha Gymkhana Club’s Madina Iddi…
DAR ES SALAAM: LET me not waste your time. The problem with our refereeing in Tanzania is not complexity, conspiracy, or even pressure from fans. The problem is far simpler…
USA: WHAT’s the secret to a longlasting friendship? There are lots of things you can point to—common interests, similar personalities, shared experiences. But there’s one thing that no long-term friendship…
DODOMA: The government has opened a window for 2025 Form Four graduates to change their choices of Form Five subject combinations and courses for middle-level and technical colleges through the…
DAR ES SALAAM: THE contemporary global landscape is currently undergoing a structural transformation that mirrors the ancient “eschatological” warnings found within the Judeo-Christian scriptures. As we observe the “dismantling of…
DAR ES SALAAM: THE rainy season is still with us and as rains fall across our towns and villages, we should not merely watch water flow past. We should harvest…
DODOMA: VICE-PRESIDENT Dr Emmanuel Nchimbi has challenged Tanzanian youth to uphold and safeguard the country’s unity and cohesion, describing it as a priceless foundation laid by the late Father of…
NAIROBI: TANZANIA has underscored the importance of integrating regional development, urban planning and infrastructure as critical drivers of economic growth and regional integration across Africa. Speaking during a technical session…
ZANZIBAR: ZANZIBAR President Hussein Mwinyi has reaffirmed Zanzibar’s commitment to continue strengthening its collaboration with the World Health Organisation (WHO) to achieve greater progress in improving healthcare delivery. Dr Mwinyi…
JUBA: FORMER President Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete has concluded a high-level two-day mission to Juba, marking what observers describe as a promising start in renewed efforts to stabilise South Sudan’s fragile…
DAR ES SALAAM: THE Commonwealth has expressed its full support for Tanzania’s ongoing efforts to address the aftermath of the October 29, 2025 incident, pledging to back current initiatives aimed…
THE government has expressed satisfaction with the achievements recorded in strengthening the quality of teacher education, as the eight-year Teacher Education Support Project (TESP) officially comes to an end. The…
JUBA: THE Former Tanzanian President, Dr Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete, has stepped up diplomatic efforts to restore stability in South Sudan, holding high-level talks with President Salva Kiir Mayardit as he…
DAR ES SALAAM: A Commonwealth Secretariat delegation led by former Malawi President, Dr Lazarus Chakwera, has held talks with the Presidential Commission investigating incidents of violence during and after Tanzania’s…
NAIROBI: UNLOCKING sustainable financing for affordable housing has dominated talks between Tanzania’s Minister for Lands, Housing and Human Settlements Development, Dr Leonard Akwilapo, and Shelter Afrique Chief Executive Officer, Thierno-Habib…
DAR ES SALAAM: WITH 76 percent of Tanzanians now accessing formal financial services via digital platforms, the government has pledged to further strengthen the financial sector to accelerate economic growth,…
DAR ES SALAAM: PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan has been awarded an Honorary Degree by Nasarawa University in Nigeria in recognition of her contribution to leadership, social development, and promoting diplomacy…
NAMTUMBO: THE Tanzanian government, through the Rural Energy Agency (REA), has invested 12bn/- in expanding electricity access to 307 hamlets in Namtumbo District, Ruvuma region, as part of its ongoing…
DAR ES SALAAM: A newly introduced fuel tax payment system is tightening revenue collection and curbing tax evasion in Tanzania’s petroleum sector, with industry players hailing it as a game-changer.…
DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA, and Kenya have agreed to scale up diplomatic and economic cooperation, with a sharp focus on boosting trade, removing business barriers, and accelerating regional development. The…
DODOMA: THE Minister for Agriculture, Daniel Chongolo has convened top executives of key agricultural institutions to fast-track reforms and strengthen the sector’s role as the backbone of Tanzania’s economy. The…
MOROGORO: THE Minister for Works, Abdallah Ulega, has commended the Tanzania National Roads Agency (TANROADS) for successfully delivering 81 emergency infrastructure projects nationwide, describing the effort as a benchmark in…
DODOMA: PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan has expressed deep sorrow over the death of Chief Charles Itale, a respected traditional leader of the Wasukuma community, who passed away on April 6…
IRAN: Iranian officials have met with Pakistan’s Prime Minister Shehbaz Sharif ahead of US peace talks – details of negotiations remain scarce, but we’ve answered four key questions. US Vice…
DAR ES SALAAM: THE Minister for Home Affairs, Patrobas Katambi, has reaffirmed the Tanzanian government’s commitment to strengthening cooperation with religious leaders as part of ongoing efforts to safeguard peace,…