Empowered women create change in local markets
SONGEA: In the daily hustle and bustle of Songea Main Market, there are countless stories of people striving to build better lives through small businesses. Among them is Helena Komba,…
TRA-Taxpayers’ enhanced cooperation earns Tanzania 9.31tri/- in revenue
DAR ES SALAAM: STRONG cooperation between the Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) and taxpayers has enabled the agency to set a new record after collecting 9.31tri/- in the third quarter of…
Dr Mwinyi is set to flag off the Uhuru Torch race
ZANZIBAR: ZANZIBAR’S President, Dr Hussein Ali Mwinyi, has arrived at the Gombani Stadium in Pemba ready for the national launch of the 2026 Uhuru Torch race. The event is expected…
EAC drafts strategic plan to enhance women’s participation in peace, security
NAIROBI: EAST African Community(EAC) member states meet in the Kenyan capital, Nairobi to advance a draft of a strategic plan that enhances women’s participation in peace, defence and security. Tanania’s…
Comoros hails Tanzania for its pivotal role in defending the Isles sovereignty
MORON: TANZANIA’S Ambassador to Comoros, Saidi Othman Yakubu, has bid farewell to Comoros Chief of Defence Forces, Brig Gen Youssouf Idjihadi, marking the end of his tour of duty while…
Rwanda honours the Tanzanian humanity in rescuing genocide victims
NGARA: A delegation from Rwanda has arrived in Tanzania to honour Tanzanians who showed extraordinary courage during the 1994 genocide, recognising their role in rescuing survivors, preserving victims’ bodies and…
Bolt engages stakeholders over fuel surge
DAR ES SALAAM: Bolt Tanzania has said it is actively engaging with relevant authorities and other stakeholders following a sharp 33 per cent increase in fuel prices, as the ride-hailing…
Leguna’s quest to build smart cities
DAR ES SALAAM: WHILE most 29-year-olds are navigating the early uncertainties of their careers, Peris Leguna is busy digitally rendering the future of Tanzanian urbanization. Standing at the intersection of…
US lifts sanctions on Venezuela’s acting president
The United States has lifted sanctions against Venezuela’s interim President Delcy Rodriguez, a post on the US Treasury Department’s website said Wednesday. Rodriguez assumed the office after Washington deposed her…
The ocean feeds them, but the system fails them
TANGA: AT dawn, before the sun rises over the Indian Ocean, Jamila Ali steps into the water. Like thousands of women along Tanzania’s coastline, her day begins with seaweed farming,…
DSE, Strathmore to boost corporate governance
DAR ES SALAAM: THE Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange (DSE) yesterday signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Strathmore University Business School (SUBS) to provide leadership and corporate governance training,…
Dar City suffer first BAL defeat in South Africa
SOUTH AFRICA: AFTER an impressive start to 2026 Basketball Africa League (BAL) Kalahari Conference campaign, Tanzania Champions Dar City fell to their first defeat, losing 118– 97 to Al Ahly…
Social media misuse threatens collective humanity
DAR ES SALAAM: “NO man is an island… every man’s death diminishes me… and therefore never send to know for whom the bell tolls; it tolls for thee.” These timeless…
Azam punish Singida as home woes on streak
SINGIDA: AZAM FC secured a 2-1 away victory over Singida Black Stars at Airtel Stadium in Singida yesterday, with all three goals coming in a dramatic second-half showdown. The result…
Tanzania telecom sector at inflexion point
DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA’S telecommunications sector is entering a decisive phase, one that will shape how individuals, businesses and institutions connect, transact and participate in the digital economy. For years,…
AFCON preps gather pace
DODOMA: PRIME Minister Mwigulu Nchemba has said that preparations for AFCON 2027 are progressing smoothly, with three new training ground projects currently underway: Farasi Grounds, Gymkhana Annex, and Leaders Club.…
Beyond aid, EU bets big on Tanzania’s economic future
DAR ES SALAAM: THE European Union (EU) in Tanzania has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening cooperation in key shared priority areas, including digital transformation, agribusiness, critical minerals value chains, renewable…
Young women take active role in shaping tech careers
DAR ES SALAAM: YOUNG women are increasingly taking an active role in shaping careers in the technology sector, breaking long-held stereotypes about who belongs in the industry. Among those leading…
Chijoriga urges youths to drive Tanzania’s unity, progress
KIBAHA: THE future of any nation rests firmly in the hands of its youths, an energetic and dynamic force with the potential to drive development and sustain the workforce upon…
Couples that savour together, stay together
DAR ES SALAAM: DECADES of research on couples has identified many patterns that can help predict the odds of a couple standing the test of time, but there is always…
Training opens doors for women artisans
ARUSHA: AN Arusha-based jewellery entrepreneur, Ms Aurelia Venus, who is turning traditional weaving into a growing business, says women handicraft industry stand to benefit from expanding vocational training opportunities. Ms…
Community roles key to ending abuse
DAR ES SALAAM: THE national drive to secure the safety of women and children shows no signs of slowing down as the Police Force intensifies its grassroots campaign across four…
Tanzania moves to secure mining deals with Chinese giant
DODOMA: THE government has stepped up efforts to attract large-scale investment in the mining sector, opening high-level talks with China’s Liaoning Fangda Group in a move aimed at strengthening industrial…
Zanzibar honours Karume, fallen heroes in prayers
ZANZIBAR: ZANZIBARIS on Wednesday began commemorating the 54th anniversary of the death of the Islands’ first President, Abeid Amani Karume, with leaders visiting various areas in Unguja and Pemba to…
VP satisfied with Uhuru torch launch preps
ZANZIBAR: ZANZIBAR Second VicePresident, Mr Hemed Suleiman Abdulla, has expressed satisfaction with the progress of preparations for the national launch of the Uhuru Torch race, currently underway at Gombani Stadium…
EAC partner states urged to speed up decision implementation
NAIROBI: THE Chairperson of the 13th Joint Meeting of the Sectoral Council of Ministers responsible for Cooperation in Defence, Peace and Security and the Sectoral Council on the Coordination of…
Mwinyi woos Dutch, Slovak investors with heritage drive
ZANZIBAR: ZANZIBAR President Hussein Mwinyi has outlined an ambitious push to preserve the islands’ historical sites, positioning heritage conservation as central to cultural identity and a driver of tourism-led economic…
‘All villages to get clean water by 2030’
DODOMA: THE government is targeting to connect all 12,333 villages across the country to clean and safe water services by 2030, as part of efforts to expand access in rural…
Tanzania leads Africa in cashew prices, house told
DODOMA: TANZANIA recorded the highest average cashew price in Africa during the 2025/2026 season, with farmers earning 2,550/- per kilo, the Deputy Minister for Agriculture, Mr David Silinde, has said.…
Design flaws cast doubt on Kenya’s new infrastructure fund strategy
NAIROBI: KENYA’s proposed infrastructure fund, designed to ease mounting public debt and unlock private capital for development, risks falling short of its ambitions due to significant design and governance flaws,…
10 key issues emerge from the Minority Interest Forum 2026
DAR ES SALAAM: AS the Minority Interest Forum (MIF) 2026 drew to a close on March 18, participants left with a clear understanding of the challenges and opportunities facing Tanzania’s…
PMO unveils 12.5tri/- plan, prioritises Vision 2050
DODOMA: PRIME Minister Dr Mwigulu Nchemba has presented his office’s 2026/27 priority areas to National Assembly urging lawmakers to approve a 12.5tri/- spending plan to facilitate activities aligned with the…
1.77tri/- plan for 2028 student transition unveiled
DODOMA: A TOTAL of 1.77tri/- is required to finance infrastructure development and strengthen teaching resources to accommodate two cohorts of pupils who will complete Standard Six and Standard Seven simultaneously…
Govt moves to address fuel prices
DODOMA: THE government has stepped in to address rising fuel prices, with Prime Minister Mwigulu Nchemba saying authorities will convene a meeting to ensure the commodity remains affordable and does…
Presidential candidates suggest ways to enhance harmony, democracy, national cohesion
DAR ES SALAAM: PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan met with the candidates who vied for the Presidential post in the 2026 General Elections to assess the political situation and national development…
TEEA seeks closer ties with authorities to ensure mining activities adhere to environmental rules
DODOMA: THE Tanzania Environmental Experts Association (TEEA) has called for closer collaboration with the Ministry of Minerals to ensure that all exploration, mining, and mineral processing activities in the country…
Experts, lawmakers explore means to transform Tanzania’s healthcare ecosystem
DAR ES SALAAM: IN an inspiring evening dedicated to transforming Tanzania’s healthcare landscape, the Johari Rotana Hotel hosted a significant event titled “Advancing Tanzania’s Health System Efficiency and Leadership Through…
NileAGI partners with Zanzibar’s institutions to co‑develop ICT solutions
DAR ES SALAAM: KEY players in the Artificial Intelligence (AI) systems have been encouraged to embrace local AI infrastructure with focus on building solutions that are developed, hosted and maintained…
Tanzania announces plans to upgrade infrastructure at Singida Water Institute
DODOMA: The Deputy Minister for Water, Kundo Mathew, has announced that the government plans to begin phased construction of buildings for the Water Institute at its Singida Campus starting in…
Zungu orders Minister- Parliament Committee’s talks on the surge in fuel prices
DODOMA: THE Speaker of Parliament, Mussa Zungu, has directed the Minister for Energy, Deogratius Ndejembi, to meet with the Parliamentary Committee on Energy to discuss the recent surge in fuel…
BMH eyes to honour its 10th year by raising funds for children with sickle cell anaemia
DODOMA: BENJAMINI Mkapa Hospital has announced plans to hold a special fundraising drive aimed at supporting the cost of bone marrow transplants for children suffering from sickle cell disease, as…
BoT calls for fast adoption of digital payment systems in cross-border trade
DAR ES SALAAM: The Deputy Governor of the Bank of Tanzania (BoT), Sauda Msemo, has called for the accelerated adoption of digital payment systems in cross-border trade, emphasizing that such…
Makonda to grace Kitambi Noma Bonanza during the Easter Weekend
ARUSHA: THE Minister for Information, Culture and Sports, Paul Makonda, will officially grace the tenth edition of the annual Kitambi Noma International sports bonanza to be held in Arusha City…
PM Office seeks approval of 12.5tri/- budget for the 2026/27 financial year.
DODOMA: THE Office of the Prime Minister and its institutions have requested Parliament to approve a total of 12.5tri/- for the 2026/2027 financial year. The Prime Minister made the request…
Tanzania secures 85 nominations in 41 categories of the World Travel Awards
DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA has secured over 85 nominations across more than 41 categories in the 2026 Africa and Indian Ocean edition of the prestigious World Travel Awards, cementing its…
LATRA warns against an arbitrary fare hike following a rise in fuel prices,
DAR ES SALAAM: THE Land Transport Regulatory Authority (LATRA has directed transport operators in the country not to arbitrarily increase fares during the current transition period, following a rise in…
Fuel reserves extend beyond storage facilities, Tanzania clarifies
DAR ES SALAAM: THE Ministry for Energy has clarified that the country’s fuel reserves extend beyond storage facilities within its borders, encompassing supplies in transit and contractual arrangements with international…
Tanzania eases mining trade in 44 mineral markets, 118 buying centres countrywide
DODOMA: PRIME Minister Mwigulu Nchemba has said that the government has stepped up efforts to strengthen the mining sector as part of a broader strategy to increase national revenue and…
PM envisions major reforms to harmonise the public-private sector’s pay structures
DODOMA: THE Tanzanian government has acknowledged significant salary disparities between public servants and their counterparts in the private sector, prompting plans for major reforms to harmonise pay structures. Prime Minister…
RIC: The Russia – India – China Construct in a Contested Multipolar World
INDIA: THE global system stands at an inflexion point. The unipolar moment has conclusively ended, yet what has emerged in its place remains fundamentally amorphous. Rather than a settled multipolar…