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DAR ES SALAAM: ON August 22, 2026 the Julius Nyerere Hydropower Project (JNHPP) was officially commissioned.The Julius Nyerere Hydropower Project (JNHPP) is one of Tanzania’s most important investments in electricity. With an installed capacity of 2,115 megawatts, the project has significantly increased the country’s …

DODOMA: THE government has directed cement manufacturers to propose measures to address ongoing supply shortages and rising prices, in a bid to stabilise the market. Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Industry and Trade, Ambassador Waziri Salum, issued the directives on Tuesday in Dodoma during a meeting with ceme…

KIGOMA: THE government has stepped up Ebola preparedness in Kigoma Region by training frontline health workers and equipping designated treatment centres to strengthen the country’s readiness for possible disease outbreaks. The Ministry of Health‘s Department of Emergency and Disaster Management conducted the training…

USA: US President Donald Trump has threatened to strike Iran’s bridges and power plants next week if the country does not return to talks. The comments, made in a Fox News interview, aired as the two countries exchanged fire for the fourth day in a row. Trump earlier reversed a threat of a 20% fee …

GAZA: The commander of Hamas’s military wing, Mohammed Odeh, has been killed in a strike in the Gaza Strip on Tuesday – days after his predecessor died in a similar attack. At least three Palestinians were killed and dozens more were injured in the attack, which hit a residential building in one of Gaza City’s …

PARIS: SOME 500 soldiers from the “Coalition of the Willing” backing Ukraine marched down Paris’ Champs-Elysees on Tuesday in the annual Bastille Day parade, in what France said would be a symbol of Europe’s strategic awakening. France’s traditional national day military parade fell one day after Ukrainian President…

DAR ES SALAAM: THE drums are already beating for AFCON 2027. Beyond the kidedea chants and stadium excitement, there have been whispers suggesting the tournament could leave East Africa. That is why the message from Gerson Msigwa in Morogoro this week mattered. His assurance was clear: AFCON is coming to Tanzania, Ken…

DAR ES SALAAM: MEMBERS of Parliament yesterday overwhelmingly welcomed amendments made to the Finance Bill, 2026, describing them as a major relief to citizens following the government’s decision to accommodate recommendations made by the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Budget. During debate on the bill in the Nat…

DAR ES SALAAM: MANY Tanzanians, following the parliamentary debate on the FY2026–2027 budget, continue to question whether it marks the start of the nation’s journey toward its 2050 vision. Some even ask whether there are still vital areas that require additional focus or effort for the country’s success. Scholars at …

DODOMA: THE Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism has called on tourism stakeholders to strengthen collaboration with the government to achieve the target of attracting eight million international tourists by 2030. The ministry said achieving the target is critical to increasing national income and accelerating ec…

DAR ES SALAAM: AS Tanzania begins turning Vision 2050 from a long-term aspiration into a national development agenda, industry and trade are increasingly taking centre stage in the country’s economic transformation plans. The vision is ambitious. By 2050, Tanzania aims to become an industrialised, knowledge-based uppe…

DAR ES SALAAM: THE government’s decision to abolish or reduce 374 fees and levies is expected to stimulate business growth, attract investment, create jobs and widen Tanzania’s tax base, economists and analysts have said. They said the reforms will encourage business formalisation, expand trade and investment, improve…

DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA is strengthening its position as one of East Africa’s influential countries, supported by political stability, improving governance performance, strategic geography and growing economic opportunities that continue to attract regional and global investors. The latest Ibrahim Index of African Gov…

TUNDURU: THE Minister for Energy, Deogratius Ndejembi, has directed the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Energy not to grant any further extension to the contractor responsible for constructing the 220-kilovolt power transmission line from Songea to Tunduru via Masasi. The project includes the construction of a …

DAR ES SALAAM: THE Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) has adopted new strategies aimed at achieving the government’s revenue collection target of 41.830tri/- for the 2026/2027 financial year. The strategies were developed during a five-day performance review meeting for the 2025/2026 financial year, where TRA evaluated …

DAR ES SALAAM: THE Parliamentary Standing Committee on Budget will on Saturday begin statutory public hearings on the Finance Bill 2026, marking the start of formal parliamentary scrutiny of sweeping tax reforms expected to reshape revenue collection across agriculture, digital services and other key sectors. The two …

DODOMA: The Office of the Chief Parliamentary Draftsman (OCPD) has pledged to simplify laws by translating them into easy-to-understand Kiswahili and providing legal education accessible to ordinary citizens, including farmers, pastoralists, and fishermen. OCPD’s Parliamentary Draftsman Joseph Shoo made the remarks at…

DAR ES SALAAM: PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan yesterday bid farewell to Namibian President Dr Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah following her historic three day State Visit to Tanzania. The colourful farewell ceremony, held at the State House in Dar es Salaam, featured a guard of honour and the playing of the national anthems of …

TABORA: THE Inspector General of Police (IGP) Camilius Wambura has appointed Assistant Commissioner of Police (ACP) Twaha Lulengelule as the new Tabora Regional Police Commander (RPC). Lulengelule’s new appointment aims to fill the gap left following the death of the region’s former police chief. ALSO READ: Tanzania r…

DAR ES SALAAM: AS Tanzania begins implementing Vision 2050, ensuring reliable water supplies is becoming a central part of the country’s long-term development agenda. The national development blueprint sets out an ambitious vision of transforming Tanzania into a prosperous, inclusive and selfreliant nation by 2050. Am…

DAR ES SALAAM: PRIME Minister Dr Mwigulu Nchemba has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to strengthening the private sector, saying sustained reforms will improve Tanzania’s business and investment climate and accelerate the implementation of Vision 2050. Speaking at the 2026 Annual Business and Investment Confere…

DODOMA: THE National e-Procurement System of Tanzania (NeST) has issued 397,395 tenders worth 40.4tri/- in three years, boosting transparency, efficiency and access in public procurement. The system has also widened access for local suppliers, particularly women, youths and people with disabilities (PwDs), strengtheni…

DAR ES SALAAM: THE success of the 50th Dar es Salaam International Trade Fair (DITF) is strengthening Tanzania’s ambition to become East Africa’s leading trade and investment hub. Rising exports, stronger business activity and investor confidence are reinforcing that momentum. The week-long exhibition, Tanzania’s flag…

DODOMA: THE Benjamin Mkapa Hospital (BMH) is set to become a Medical Tourism Village within the next decade as the government intensifies efforts to position Tanzania as a leading destination for specialised healthcare in Africa. The ambitious vision is expected to attract patients from across Africa and beyond, gener…

DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA is increasingly looking to energy as the engine that will power its next phase of development. As the country begins implementing Vision 2050, the government is accelerating investment in electricity generation, natural gas infrastructure, transmission networks and renewable energy. The objecti…

KIGOMA: A NEW initiative launched in Kigoma Region is seeking to change how communities prepare for disasters and respond to the growing impacts of climate change, with women and young people placed firmly at the centre of the solution. The project, titled Strengthening Gender-Responsive Disaster Preparedness and Clim…

DAR ES SALAAM: RUSSIA has expressed its commitment to expanding investment and trade with Tanzania, as both countries deepen cooperation in strategic sectors including healthcare, science, industrial development and technology. Russia’s Ambassador to Tanzania, Mr Andrey Avetisyan, said Russian investors are increasing…

PRETORIA, SA: As Kiswahili’s popularity grows, connecting more than 200 million people, Tanzania’s High Commissioner to South Africa, James Bwana, says its significance extends far beyond the number of speakers, reaffirming that an African language can also serve as a powerful vehicle for diplomacy, regional integrati…

DAR ES SALAAM: SABA SABA is meant to be a day of national memory, commerce and shared public life. The seventh day of the seventh month marks the 1954 founding of TANU, a movement that helped unite Tanganyika in the struggle for independence. In modern Tanzania, it is also inseparable from the Dar es Salaam …

DAR ES SALAAM: FOR many people, trade fairs are synonymous with colourful exhibition booths, product launches and commercial transactions. They are often viewed as platforms where private companies market their products, negotiate deals and expand their customer base. That perception, while valid, tells only part of t…

DODOMA: PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan yesterday outlined key priorities to transform the agriculture and livestock sectors as Tanzania embarks on implementing the National Development Vision 2050. Speaking at the climax of the 2026 Nane Nane celebrations at the Dr John Samuel Malecela grounds in Dodoma, she said the r…

TABORA: CHAMA Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) has expressed satisfaction with the implementation of 13 development projects worth 4.5bn/- in Tabora Region, citing quality work and value for money. Presenting a report by the Political Committee on the implementation of the CCM Election Manifesto (2025– 2030), Tabora Regional CCM S…

DAR ES SALAAM: THE newly completed Kilongawima–Mbezi Beach Road is set to ease traffic congestion along the busy Bagamoyo Road corridor and improve connectivity for thousands of residents in Kinondoni District and surrounding areas. The 1.7-kilometre road, constructed by the Rural and Urban Roads Agency (TARURA) at a …

DAR ES SALAAM: FEW bilateral relationships in Africa are as deeply rooted in history as that between Tanzania and Mozambique, where a shared struggle for liberation has evolved into a lasting partnership that continues to shape the future of both nations. While history often explains how nations forge enduring friends…

ZANZIBAR: THE ruling Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) said maintaining peace through dialogue and reconciliation is a key pillar in strengthening national unity among Tanzanians and accelerating the country’s development. Speaking to Daily News Digital, CCM Zanzibar Special Committee of the National Executive Council (NEC) S…

DAR ES SALAAM: AUROBINDO AKSC and Alliance Caravans have booked their places in the Petrofuel TCA Caravans Cup 2026 final after impressive performances in the Super Six stage, setting up a blockbuster title clash in one of Tanzania’s most competitive domestic cricket tournaments. The championship final will be played …

FOR decades, East Africa has captivated global travellers with an iconic promise: the Big Five, the Great Migration, and some of the world’s most spectacular wildlife landscapes. Now, a Tanzanian entrepreneur believes the region’s next tourism frontier lies beyond traditional safaris. The Serengeti Safari Marathon, al…

DODOMA: BENJAMIN Mkapa Hospital’s (BMH) Royal, International Patients and Master Health Checkup Clinic has treated more than 28,000 patients, including over 200 international clients, within its first year of operation. The milestone reinforces Tanzania’s growing reputation as an emerging destination for specialised h…

DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA may attract fewer international tourists than Kenya, but it is generating substantially more tourism revenue, underlining the success of its strategy to attract higher-spending visitors and position itself as one of Africa’s highest-yield destinations. Official tourism data show Kenya welcomed …

ZANZIBAR: ZANZIBAR’S Ministry of Health has held talks with the United States Embassy in Tanzania on the implementation of a health-sector cooperation agreement between Tanzania and the US, valued at approximately 3.1 billion US dollar (about 8.2tri/-). The meeting brought together the ministry’s Permanent Secretary, …

ZANZIBAR: ZANZIBAR’S exports of goods and services rose by 23 per cent in the year through May 2026, driven by a sharp rebound in clove shipments and continued tourism growth. The gains strengthened the islands’ key foreign-exchange sources despite weakness in non-traditional exports. Total export earnings reached 1.6…

MWANZA: SIMBA Head Coach Steve Barker expects a stern test against Pamba Jiji today but is confident his side can maintain their strong start to the Mainland Premier League campaign when the two teams meet at CCM Kirumba Stadium in Mwanza. Barker said Simba’s previous away experience against Pamba had taught the team …

DAR ES SALAAM: THE Tanzanian government has said it is promoting the use of artificial intelligence (AI) not to replace human workers, but to improve efficiency and productivity in the workplace. Deputy Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology responsible for Education, Dr Hussein Moham…

DAR ES SALAAM: TEMEKE District Commissioner, Sixtus Mapunda has called for intensified efforts to combat counterfeit goods in Tanzania, emphasizing that the battle cannot be won by government institutions alone but requires the active participation of citizens, the private sector and all economic stakeholders due to t…

DAR ES SALAAM: AS fuel prices continue to skyrocket, the government has stepped in by introducing a subsidy of 259/- per litre on diesel, recognising its critical role in economic and social activities. According to the latest price cap announced yesterday by the Energy and Water Utilities Regulatory Authority (EWURA)…

ZANZIBAR: FOR decades, Tanzania and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have been linked by geography, history, trade and shared regional interests. But a new chapter is emerging, one in which the relationship is increasingly being defined not only by political solidarity and security, but by trade, infrastructure,…

DAR ES SALAAM: AS part of efforts to modernise the Tanzania-Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA), Tanzania, Zambia and China have marked another milestone in the railway’s revitalisation with the groundbreaking ceremony for a new Training Centre and Operations Control Centre. The projects are expected to strengthen railw…

DODOMA: A CHINESE investor has unveiled plans to establish a major logistics and distribution hub in Dodoma. The investor cited the city’s strategic location, the newly completed Inland Dry Port and the upcoming Msalato International Airport as key factors positioning the region as a gateway for trade and investment. …

KISARAWE: ASAS Team wheeler, Manvir Birdi, has strongly revived his National Rally Championship (NRC) title campaign after winning the Kisarawe Rally in Pwani region over the weekend. Navigated by Zubair Piredina in Skoda Fabia, Birdi won the rally after beating his closest challenger by more than four minutes. Offici…

DAR ES SALAAM: THE Jakaya Kikwete Cardiac Institute (JKCI) has received international recognition after winning a prestigious Global Leadership and Excellence Award, strengthening Tanzania’s position as an emerging destination for specialised healthcare and boosting efforts to promote medical tourism. The award, which…

ARUSHA: THE Tanzania Chess Association (TACA) will distribute chessboards to five schools in every region as part of a nationwide initiative to expand the game and identify young talent. The announcement was made by TACA representative Louis Paaka during the International Chess Tournament Open 2026, organised by Elimu…

MARA: PRIME Minister Mwigulu Nchemba has ordered government health facilities to ensure medicines procured with public funds reach patients, warning against the diversion of drugs to private pharmacies. Speaking during a visit to Butiama District in Mara Region yesterday, Dr Nchemba said medicine availability in the c…

SONGEA: THE United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) has invested more than 42,000 US dollars (about 110.9m/- to expand vocational skills and entrepreneurship training for young people in a move aimed at promoting self-employment, job creation and peace-building in Ruvuma Region. The investment was announced during…

TANZANIA: ACROSS the country, informal markets remain the heartbeat of local commerce. From Kariakoo in Dar es Salaam to regional markets in Morogoro, Mwanza, Mbeya and Arusha, millions of small traders earn their livelihoods through buying and selling goods and services. These entrepreneurs, often operating outside f…

CHINA: WHEN the General Secretary of the Communist Party of China (CPC) and President of the People’s Republic of China, Xi Jinping, introduced the concept of the Chinese Dream, many observers initially viewed it as a domestic political slogan focused primarily on China’s national rejuvenation. However, more than a de…

NEW YORK: TANZANIA has earned international recognition for its progress in implementing the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) after presenting its Third Voluntary National Review (VNR) at the United Nations High-Level Political Forum (HLPF) on Sustainable Development in New York. Minister of State in the President…

DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA is steadily building a new future for its pharmaceutical industry, with rising investment in local manufacturing marking a decisive shift towards greater self-reliance in healthcare. As new factories take shape and production capacity expands, the country is laying the foundation for a stronger…

DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIANS yesterday marked the sixth anniversary of the passing of Third Phase President Benjamin William Mkapa, as national leaders reflected on his enduring legacy of institutional reform, infrastructure expansion, and human capital development. Leaders and development stakeholders highlighted how th…

DURBAN: THE Minister for Defence and National Service, Dr Rhimo Nyansaho, has arrived in Durban, South Africa, to represent President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Dr Samia Suluhu Hassan, at the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Heads of State and Government Summit. The summit is being held on August…

DAR ES SALAAM: THE Tanzania Ladies Golf Union (TLGU) has unveiled its 2026–2030 Presidential Vision and Strategic Plan, alongside the official launch of The Lady President’s Golf Cup 2026, the Union’s flagship championship scheduled for 10–11 July 2026 at Lugalo Golf Club in Dar es Salaam. Under the theme “Drive It. T…

MWANZA: ACCESS to clean and safe water in rural areas has increased from 64 per cent to 85.2 per cent under the first phase of the Sustainable Rural Water Supply and Sanitation Programme (SRWSSP), benefiting more than 10.2 million Tanzanians, the government has said. The Director General of the Rural Water Supply and …

DODOMA: The Geological Survey of Tanzania (GST) has continued to serve as a key centre for the provision of mineral research information in the country after hosting a delegation from Uganda that visited to learn from the institution’s experience and gain insights into the overall development of the mining sector. The…

DAR ES SALAAM: LONG before a container reaches a warehouse, retail outlet or factory in Tanzania or another country, its journey begins where the Indian Ocean meets the mainland. At Dar es Salaam Port, that journey is measured in more than containers and tonnes of cargo. It is reflected in the movement of businesses, …

DAR ES SALAAM: THE growing burden of noncommunicable diseases (NCDs) has become one of Tanzania’s most pressing public health challenges, with obesity emerging as a major risk factor behind the rising number of people diagnosed with diabetes, hypertension, heart disease and certain types of cancer. Health experts say …

Zinedine Zidane has been named as the new head coach of France for the next four years, the French Football Federation (FFF) announced on Tuesday. The 54-year-old will take over from longtime head coach Didier Deschamps, who stepped down after the 2026 World Cup, which ended in disappointment for Les Bleus. Zidane wil…

DAR ES SALAAM: EXPANDING smartphone base is opening a larger market for digital businesses as rising device ownership and internet use accelerate demand for online services, fintech and digital commerce. The number of smartphones in use rose 5.16 per cent to 31.34 million in the quarter ended June, from 29.8 million i…

DODOMA: PRIME Minister Mwigulu Nchemba has called on Tanzanians, public and private institutions, development partners and other stakeholders to join efforts in supporting kidney and bone marrow transplant treatment for patients who cannot afford the specialised services. The Prime Minister made the call during the Ok…

DAR ES SALAAM: OVER 2,000 participants and representatives from 50 international firms are expected to attend the seventh Tanzania Mining and Investment Conference (TMIC 2026), as the government steps up efforts to attract new investment and promote value addition in the mining sector. The conference is scheduled for …

KAGERA: COFFEE farmers in Kagera Region have earned more than 29bn/- through Tanzania Coffee Board (TCB) auctions held between July 9 and 16 this year, buoyed by strong demand and favourable prices in local and international markets. TCB Director General Primus Kimaryo said that on July 9, farmers sold 3.75 million ki…

DAR ES SALAAM: EGYPT President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi’s recent state visit to Tanzania is more than just another diplomatic event between two allied African countries. It signals a strategic shift that could reshape economic collaboration between North and East Africa, especially as the continent speeds up the rollout o…

DAR ES SALAAM: TRADING activity on the Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange (DSE) moderated during the week ended August 21st, 2026, with total turnover declining by 22.5 per cent to 23.30bn/-, from 30.05bn/- in the preceding week. The decline in turnover was accompanied by a 13.9 per cent reduction in share volume, from 8.43…

DUSAN: TANZANIA has joined global conservation stakeholders in advancing discussions on protecting World Heritage sites as the 48th Session of the UNESCO World Heritage Committee concluded in Busan, Republic of Korea. The meeting, which ended on July 29, 2026, brought together representatives from countries that are p…

DAR ES SALAAM: DANGOTE Group President and Chief Executive Officer, Mr Aliko Dangote, has expressed his company’s readiness to expand investments in Tanzania, citing the country’s enormous investment potential and favourable business environment. The Dangote Group’s long-term investment plan includes investing up to 4…
DAR ES SALAAM: TWIGA Stars may have bowed out of the Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) in Morocco, but Tanzania should not view the campaign as a failure. Their elimination from the group stage is undoubtedly disappointing. After making a strong start by defeating the 2022 champions, South Africa, expectations na…

DODOMA: STUDENTS pursuing a Bachelor’s Degree in Disaster Risk Management at the University of Dodoma (UDOM) have undertaken a field study visit to key government disaster management facilities as part of practical training aimed at strengthening their professional competence. The two-day visit, which was organised to…

ZANZIBAR: PRESIDENT of Zanzibar and Chairman of the Revolutionary Council, Dr Hussein Ali Mwinyi, has sworn in Dr Maryam Seif Hemed as the new Director General of the Ministry of Health following her appointment to the position. The swearing-in ceremony was held today, August 11, 2026, at the State House in Zanzibar, …

ARUSHA: THE government has urged parents in Arusha Region to ensure their children attend school as it continues investing in education infrastructure, including the construction of secondary schools in every ward and the provision of free education. The appeal was made recently by the Minister for Agriculture and gov…

ZANZIBAR: ZANZIBAR President Dr Hussein Ali Mwinyi last week launched the Isles’ first fleet of 12-metre electric buses, marking a significant milestone in efforts to modernise public transport and embrace clean energy. More importantly, the initiative demonstrates that the transition from diesel-powered buses to clea…

ZANZIBAR: PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan has directed senior government officials to ensure effective, timely and well-coordinated communication to strengthen public confidence in the government and safeguard national interests. The Head of State issued the directive yesterday while opening a two-day seminar for Minist…

ZANZIBAR: THAMINI Uhai Organisation has held a meeting with senior officials from the Zanzibar Ministry of Health to bolster the capacity of leaders and healthcare providers in implementing interventions aimed at reducing maternal deaths during pregnancy and childbirth, as well as newborn deaths. Speaking during the t…

DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA’S Ambassador to Oman, Ms Maulidah Hassan, has urged Omani traders and investors to learn Kiswahili, saying the language has become a strategic tool for trade, investment and economic diplomacy in East Africa. Speaking during the inaugural World Kiswahili Language Day celebrations in Muscat rece…

DAR ES SALAAM: THE government is upgrading recreational facilities at Pande game reserve to attract tourists and football fans expected to visit Tanzania during the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). The improvements include a swimming pool, children’s playground, mini football pitch and beach volleyball court, Perma…

DAR ES SALAAM: POLITICAL analysts have welcomed President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s announcement of plans to establish a Reconciliation Commission to spearhead the country’s journey towards a new Constitution, describing the move as a strong indication of the government’s commitment to socio-political reforms. However, th…

KIGOMA: ECONOMIC empowerment project has been launched in four villages surrounding the Makere South Forest Reserve (Kagera Nkanda) in Kasulu District, Kigoma Region, to provide alternative sources of income for local communities and reduce conflicts over forest resources. The initiative seeks to improve livelihoods w…

DAR ES SALAAM: A RECENT TBC programme celebrating 60 years of the Bank of Tanzania (BoT) covered a range of topics, including gold and its role as a government asset that generates foreign exchange. The interview with the central bank’s top senior management provided insights into the differences between Tanzania’s go…

DAR ES SALAAM: WHEN a young teacher steps off a bus into an unfamiliar district in rural Geita or Katavi, their primary challenge often isn’t the lesson plan. It is finding a decent place to live, securing reliable meals and earning the respect of a community that too often views teaching as a career of …

DODOMA: Minister for Finance Khamis Mussa Omar has directed the Tanzania Agricultural Development Bank (TADB) to strategically invest in key government priority areas in agriculture to enable the country to achieve its long-term plans for the sector, which employs a large number of Tanzanians. Ambassador Omar issued t…

TANZANIA: THE Police Force has arrested 130 suspects across the country over alleged involvement in planning and inciting criminal activities through social media and private meetings, police said yesterday. Police Spokesperson David Misime said in a statement issued yesterday that the suspects are alleged to have par…

DAR ES SALAAM: AS African economies deepen regional integration and expand intra-African trade, Tanzania is emerging as an increasingly attractive investment destination for Mozambican businesses seeking access to wider regional markets. In the seventh part of the Daily News Diplomatic Bench Interview series, High Com…

ADDIS ABABA: TANZANIA has called on African countries to maintain a common position, strong leadership and effective representation in global health discussions and decision-making processes to ensure the continent’s interests and priorities are taken into account in reforms of the Global Health Architecture (GHA). Th…

MUSCAT: TANZANIA and Oman are set to significantly boost trade, tourism and cross-border investment following the launch of direct Air Tanzania Company Limited (ATCL) flights between Dar es Salaam and Muscat. The new route, inaugurated over the weekend at Muscat International Airport, is expected to enhance air connec…

AFRICA: THE women had gathered under the shade of an old mango tree, their voices blending with the laughter of children playing nearby. While waiting for a community health outreach session to begin, the conversation drifted from household chores to something far more consequential. One woman spoke proudly of how fam…

MWANZA: NYAMAGANA District Police Force in Mwanza region has continued to strengthen its relationship with the community by carrying out acts of compassion, including providing assistance to patients receiving treatment at the Nyamagana District Hospital. Speaking today during the handover of 50 bedsheets and 50 mosqu…

DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA Captain Yusuf Changalawe’s Commonwealth Games boxing campaign ended in the round of 16 after a shoulder injury hampered his performance in a Light Heavyweight (80kg) bout against Kenya’s Robert Okaka. The Kenyan secured a unanimous decision after three rounds, with Changalawe unable to fight at…

DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA Football Federation (TFF) President, Wallace Karia, has assured Mainland Premier League clubs that they will not bear the cost of introducing the Football Video Support (FVS) system, as the League Board (TPLB) and competition sponsors are set to finance the technology ahead of the 2026/27 seaso…

DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA National teams spokesperson Haji Manara has appealed to Taifa Stars captain Mbwana Samatta to continue representing the country until the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), saying his international football experience remains valuable to the development of the national team. The appeal comes a…

DAR ES SALAAM: MAINLAND Premier League giants Young Africans, Simba SC and Azam FC have taken centre stage in the ongoing 2026/27 transfer window, making key additions to strengthen their squads ahead of the new season and continental competitions. With the transfer window, which opened on July 6th, set to close on Au…

DAR ES SALAAM: PRIME Minister Mwigulu Nchemba has directed security agencies to strengthen coordination in protecting Tanzania’s waters, ordering them to deploy officers to the National Joint Operations Centre (NJOC) within two weeks. The directive is aimed at ensuring newly acquired high-speed patrol boats are used f…

GEITA: GRANDPARENTS are increasingly taking on the responsibility of raising their grandchildren as some biological parents step away from their duties, creating growing social, economic and emotional challenges for elderly caregivers. While grandparents have traditionally played an important role in preserving family…

DAR ES SALAAM: THE government says it is expanding the use of open-source technology across public institutions to strengthen digital sovereignty, improve service delivery and reduce software costs. Minister for Communication and Information Technology Angellah Kairuki said the move enables the government to own and c…

DAR ES SALAAM: PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan’s call for African nations to invest in specialised healthcare is timely and a policy recommendation. It is a compelling vision for the continent’s next phase of liberation, one defined not by political sovereignty alone, but by the ability to care for its own people. Speak…

DAR ES SALAAM: FOR millions of Tanzanians, access to a mobile network is no longer just about making calls or browsing the internet. It is increasingly becoming a gateway to education, financial inclusion, business growth and economic opportunities. This was the central message as Vodacom unveiled its new “More Than a…

DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA has urged African countries to scale up sustained and innovative investment in maternal, child and primary healthcare to strengthen health security and self-reliance across the continent. Health Minister Mohamed Mchengerwa made the call on Tuesday in Dar es Salaam while chairing the Fourth Meet…

DAR ES SALAAM: The Evangelical Lutheran Church in Tanzania (KKKT) has launched a digital learning website offering Christian and entrepreneurship teachings, alongside the unveiling of a new book by Rev. Dr Allen Mbiso which will be available through the KKKT Digital platform. The website, KKKT Digital, is designed to …

DODOMA: THE Tanzania Agricultural Development Bank (TADB) has facilitated loans worth 692bn/- to smallholder farmers and agricultural entrepreneurs through 21 financial institutions, using a 108bn/- guarantee fund. The financing has benefited more than 657,000 people, meaning that every shilling committed as a guarant…

DAR ES SALAAM: THE Executive Director of the Public-Private Partnership Centre (PPPC), David Kafulila, has begun implementing President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s directive by engaging social media journalists to promote a shared understanding of the implementation of Tanzania’s National Vision 2050. Kafulila made the rema…

DAR ES SALAAM: WE have reason to view our agricultural sector with confidence. Rising food production, expanding irrigation and improved access to inputs, finance, technology and markets are laying foundations for a transformation that could reshape the country’s future. However, the challenge is to turn these gains i…

DAR ES SALAAM: REGIONS have been challenged to transform themselves into centres of production, investment and trade, with their performance under Dira 2050 measured by jobs created, businesses expanded, exports increased and incomes generated for citizens. Minister of State in the President’s Office, Planning and Inv…

DODOMA: BUSINESS officers across the country have been directed to intensify identification and promotion of investment opportunities, as accurate market information is critical to driving Tanzania’s economic transformation under Development Vision 2050. Deputy Minister for Industry and Trade Denis Londo issued the di…

MBEYA: FINANCE Minister Ambassador Khamis Mussa Omar has said the Southern Highlands Zone has achieved 219 per cent of the national food production target, describing the performance as a major boost to the country’s food security efforts. Speaking at the climax of the 2026 Southern Highlands Nanenane exhibitions at t…

DAR ES SALAAM: ALLIANCE Caravans successfully defended the Petrofuel TCA Caravans T20 Cup title after defeating Aurobindo AKSC by 29 runs in the final at the Tanzania Cricket Association Arena, University of Dar es Salaam, on Sunday. The defending champions posted 140 for eight from their 20 overs before restricting A…

DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA’S infrastructure ambitions are entering a new phase as the country seeks to convert development plans into bankable projects, with the Africa50 General Shareholders’ Meeting and Infra for Africa Forum in Dar es Salaam providing a platform to connect national priorities with global investment ca…

DAR ES SALAAM: ACOMPREHENSIVE review of the speeches delivered at the Africa50 Infrastructure Forum and President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s inaugural message reveals a central challenge facing Africa: The continent has never lacked vision; it has lacked execution. For decades, African leaders have outlined ambitious natio…

DAR ES SALAAM: UGANDAN President, Yoweri Kaguta Museveni, is expected to arrive in Tanzania today for an official visit at the invitation of President Samia Suluhu Hassan, with the two leaders set to hold talks aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and regional cooperation. A statement issued by the Directorate o…

DAR ES SALAAM: THE Minister for Livestock and Fisheries, Dr Bashiru Ally Kakurwa has commended fisheries saying it is a science-based activity that requires skilled professionals, modern technologies and innovation to increase production, strengthen food security and ensure that small-scale fishers benefit from their …

MOROGORO: PRIME Minister Dr Mwigulu Nchemba has said Tanzania cannot achieve meaningful transformation in the agriculture, livestock and fisheries sectors without sustained investment in research. He said President Samia Suluhu Hassan has allocated substantial funding to research to boost productivity, expand market a…

DAR ES SALAAM: UNPRECEDENTED political drama took place in the country this week when the Vice-President submitted a letter to the President resigning his post, as well as retiring from politics; and when, subsequently, he was expelled from the ruling party. The Good Citizen (August 27) highlighted this in a front-pag…

DODOMA: THE Tanzanian Ambassador to Italy and Permanent Representative to the UN’s Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO), International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) and World Food Programme (WFP, Mbaruku Nassoro Mbaruku said Italy has significant potential to become a major source of tourists to Tanzania…

MOROGORO: A delegation of Malawian officials on a study tour of Tanzania has visited the Tanzania Official Seed Certification Institute (TOSCI) headquarters in Morogoro to learn from Tanzania’s experience in managing the seed system and ensuring farmers have access to quality seeds that meet established standards. The…

DAR ES SALAAM: THE Tanzanian government has assured its citizens of a stable supply of petroleum products despite ongoing challenges in the global energy market, including conflicts in the Middle East that have disrupted the global supply chains. Minister for Energy Deogratius Ndejembi said the country’s fuel security…

TANZANIA: YOUNG people are set to play a defining role in delivering Dira 2050 ambitions, with the government rolling out programmes designed to transform the country’s demographic advantage into a powerful engine of growth, innovation and national development. The strategy, outlined in the ministry’s 2026/27 budget s…

DAR ES SALAAM: SIMBA SC Head Coach Steve Barker says his side are making steady progress as they build towards Simba Day and next week’s eagerly awaited meeting with Yanga SC. Barker commented after Simba completed their final match in Kigali, Rwanda, with a 2-0 victory over Al Merrikh SC. The coach was pleased with …

DAR ES SALAAM: THE Tanzania Rugby Union (TRU) has confirmed that the Dar Rugby Saba 2026, the second leg of the Tanzania Rugby Saba National 7s Circuit, will be held on August 29, at the University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM) grounds, pitch 1. The tournament is expected to attract more than 10 clubs from …

DODOMA: Farmers have been urged to embrace digital services to access market information, weather updates and business opportunities as technology becomes increasingly important in agricultural production and marketing. Yas Acting Head for the Central Zone, Mr Richard Mmari, said the expansion of mobile connectivity, …

KIBAHA: THE government is strengthening support for local manufacturers to enhance their competitiveness by increasing production of high-quality goods and reducing dependence on imports. Deputy Minister for Industry and Trade, Mr Dennis Londo, made the remarks during a visit to GF Vehicle Assemblers in Kibaha Municip…

SINGIDA: THE Tanzanian government has stepped up implementation of the National Clean Cooking Energy Strategy through various initiatives aimed at expanding access to clean cooking energy for households and institutions as part of efforts to improve public health, protect the environment and promote economic developme…

KIGOMA: FOR some children, school is no longer simply a place they are required to attend. It is a place where they can sing, perform, laugh, express themselves and discover talents they never knew they had. Across Tanzania, a new generation of creative teachers is demonstrating that learning does not always have to h…

DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIAN football is enjoying one of those beautiful moments when everybody wants to smile, clap and pretend there is no small problem standing quietly in the corner wearing boots. Our clubs are stronger, richer in ambition and increasingly attractive to talented foreign players who arrive in Dar es Sa…

DAR ES SALAAM: FOR decades, Tanzania’s development story has largely been told through visible symbols of progress — new roads connecting communities, railways linking markets, expanded ports handling growing trade volumes and power projects energising industries. Under Dira 2050 (Tanzania Development Vision 2050), ho…

ZANZIBAR: ZANZIBAR President, Hussein Ali Mwinyi has urged Zanzibaris to increase seaweed production and invest in value addition to enable farmers to secure better prices and earn more from the crop. The Isles president officially opened the Festival today, August 12, 2026 with a public walk from Mchangamle to Kizimk…

DAR ES SALAAM: DIPLOMACY is evolving rapidly. While political dialogue and bilateral cooperation remain central to international relations, diplomatic missions are increasingly expected to deliver economic results, embrace technology, engage citizens, build partnerships beyond government and respond to emerging challe…

SYRIA: A SYRIAN court on Tuesday sentenced former President Bashar Assad to death in absentia. Assad was ousted in December 2024 after rebel forces swept into Damascus, ending more than five decades of rule by the Assad family. He fled to Russia, where he was granted asylum, while Syria’s new authorities have begun pu…

LISBON: FOOTBALL superstar Cristiano Ronaldo has married his longtime partner, model and influencer Georgina Rodríguez, in a civil ceremony in Portugal. The Portuguese striker posted an image on his Instagram account showing two hands, presumed to be his on top of his wife’s, both wearing wedding rings. Calling it the…

ZANZIBAR: GROWING demand for cleaner cooking solutions is opening new financing opportunities in Tanzania, with National Bank of Commerce (NBC) stepping up support for businesses and innovators across the sector as the country seeks to reduce reliance on traditional fuels. NBC Managing Director Mr Theobald Sabi said t…

ZANZIBAR: ZANZIBAR President Hussein Ali Mwinyi has positioned the Kizimkazi Festival as more than a celebration of culture, saying the annual event can open up tourism, business and investment opportunities, particularly in the Blue Economy. Mwinyi made the remarks while officially launching the 2026 Kizimkazi Festiv…

ARUSHA: THE German government has committed 39.8 million Euros (121.8bn/-) in grants to the East African Community (EAC) to support regional integration, trade and economic development, including improving access to finance for micro, small and mediumsized enterprises (MSMEs). The funding was announced on Tuesday at t…

DODOMA: LIVESTOCK keeping, crop farming and community forest conservation can co-exist while helping to reduce land-use conflicts if local communities are involved in planning and managing land resources, a study has found. The findings emerged from a research project conducted in the Suledo Forest area of Kiteto Dist…

DAR ES SALAAM: THE Tanzanian government has enlisted 33 Miss Universe Tanzania contestants to champion the use of clean cooking energy as part of efforts to accelerate the country’s transition to safer, affordable and environmentally friendly cooking solutions. Speaking during the Miss Universe Tanzania contest held a…

DODOMA: TANZANIA has stepped up efforts to tackle vitamin and mineral deficiencies after the government handed over 100 litres of Vitamin A premix to the Tanzania Sunflower Processors Association (TASUPA) for use by small-scale edible oil processors. The move is part of the government’s broader strategy to ensure loca…

MOROGORO: PRIME Minister Mwigulu Nchemba has described school sports as a powerful tool for strengthening East African integration and nurturing the region’s future leaders. Nchemba’s remarks were read on his behalf by the Minister for Education, Science and Technology, Adolf Mkenda, during the official opening of the…

DAR ES SALAAM: AS mobile money transactions rose by 5.38 per cent in the fourth quarter of the 2025/2026 financial year, the government is pushing for affordable smartphones and other digital devices, to support wider use of electronic payments across sectors. The government said easier access to devices will help con…

LINDI: YOUNG Africans Head Coach Manqoba Mngqithi commended his side’s patience after they beat Namungo FC 3-1 at Majaliwa Stadium in Lindi, with all four goals coming in the second half. Mngqithi said Yanga created enough chances to have scored six or seven goals, but admitted he was worried their missed opportunitie…

TANZANIA: AS Tanzania embarks on the first phase of implementing Dira 2050 (Development Vision 2050), attention is naturally focused on the country’s ambitious economic targets. The vision speaks of a one-trillion-dollar economy, a highly skilled workforce, world-class infrastructure, technological innovation and a pr…

ZANZIBAR: THE Social Welfare Committee of the Zanzibar House of Representatives has conducted a special visit to Lumumba Regional Referral Hospital to assess the progress of healthcare delivery and achievements recorded at the facility. During the visit, committee members toured various hospital departments and observ…

DODOMA: THE government has secured 10 additional overseas scholarships for high-performing Form Six science students, raising to 60 the number of Tanzanian students set to pursue undergraduate studies abroad under the Samia Scholarship Extended Programme. The opportunities were secured through Russia’s Peoples’ Friend…

ZANZIBAR: RESIDENTS of Kizimkazi in Zanzibar are set to benefit from improved access to tax services following plans by the Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) to construct a 3.6bn/- office in the area. The project is also expected to provide a better working environment for TRA employees. The project, being constructed …

DODOMA: THE Tanzanian government has continued to strengthen healthcare services for people living with rare diseases by improving disease diagnosis, access to medicines and treatment, as well as enhancing the capacity of health professionals to ensure timely services in line with the principles of Universal Health Co…

DAR ES SALAAM: I HAVE, on three separate occasions in my life, stood at a Dar es Salaam bus terminal before sunrise, bag in one hand and dignity in the other, wondering why the stand I was looking for had quietly relocated while I was not paying attention. Kisutu did it to me once. Ubungo …

ZANZIBAR: ZANZIBAR President, Dr Hussein Mwinyi has commended the Kizimkazi Festival for its key role in promoting and advancing culture, tourism and other economic activities in Tanzania. Dr Mwinyi made the remarks today, August 14, 2026, during the closing ceremony of the Kizimkazi Festival 2026, held in Makunduchi,…

DODOMA:THE Parliamentary Committee on Social Welfare and Community Development has urged the government to increase staffing at the Occupational Safety and Health Authority (OSHA) to strengthen the protection of workers’ health, safety and welfare across the country. Committee Chairperson Hawa Chakoma made the call in…

MWANZA: ILEMELA Municipal Council has exceeded its domestic revenue target for the 2025/26 financial year after collecting more than 101 per cent of the projected amount, enabling it to continue implementing major development projects across various sectors. Presenting the council’s implementation report during a coun…

ZANZIBAR: AS the sounds of music, traditional performances and celebration filled Kizimkazi this August, the message emerging from the annual festival was about much more than entertainment. For seven days, from August 08 to 14, 2026, with official opening on August 12, Kizimkazi Festival brought together culture, tou…

DAR ES SALAAM: NAMIBIAN striker Peter Shalulile has called for unity among players and supporters as he begins a new chapter with Young Africans, insisting togetherness will be crucial to the club’s pursuit of silverware this season. The experienced forward believes success cannot be achieved by the players alone and …

DAR ES SALAAM: THE CRDB Bank Foundation pledged to serve to promote healthcare services, sports, youth participation and community development banking on funds it raises through various sporting events. Chairman of the CRDB Bank Foundation Board of Directors, Oswald Urassa, said the Board will continue overseeing poli…

DODOMA: THE Ministry of Health is finalising a five-year strategic plan that will guide the delivery and improvement of health services across Tanzania from 2026/27 to 2030/31. The latest stage of the process involved a stakeholder working session held on Monday this week, in Mtumba Dodoma, where participants reviewed…

DAR ES SALAAM: FITCH Ratings’ revision of Tanzania’s economic outlook to Positive, while maintaining its ‘B+’ sovereign credit rating, is a significant vote of confidence in the country’s macroeconomic stewardship. But the upgrade should not remain merely a source of diplomatic pride. A sovereign rating is a critical …

DODOMA: THE Deputy Minister for Industry and Trade Dennis Londo has directed trade officers across the country to eliminate bureaucracy in their workplaces and instead support businesses to comply with the law, including encouraging voluntary tax payment. Londo issued the directive in Dodoma today, August 17, 2026, du…

ZANZIBAR: ZANZIBAR is positioning football as more than a sport as preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) continue, with the government investing in football and other sports to create jobs, nurture young talent, attract investment and unlock wider economic opportunities. The message from government a…

ZANZIBAR: ZANZIBAR is hosting Data Tamasha Africa 2026, bringing together more than 300 delegates, over 100 organisations and participants from 30 countries. The three-day event kicked off yesterday, positioning the Isles as a growing hub for digital innovation, data-driven development and digital governance. Co-hoste…

GEITA: THE 28 towns water project being implemented at a cost of 53.463 million US dollars in Geita Municipality has reached 80 per cent completion. Geita Urban Water Supply and Sanitation Authority (GEUWASA) Director, Engineer Frank Changawa, revealed this to leaders of the 2026 National Torch Race during their visit…

ZANZIBAR: MINISTER of State in the Vice-President’s Office (Union and Environment), Engineer Hamad Masauni, has urged young people to seize opportunities created by the Union between Tanzania Mainland and Zanzibar, particularly in education, employment and business. Eng Masauni said the government was committed to cre…

DAR ES SALAAM: The League of United Kingdom of Africa (LUKA) has welcomed Tanzania’s decision to involve legal experts and judges from other African countries in the Criminal Inquiry Commission investigating violence and criminal incidents reported during and after the October 29, 2025 General Election. According to a…

ZANZIBAR: Tanzania and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have agreed to deepen cooperation in mining, trade, investment, infrastructure, peace and security as the two countries seek to strengthen their strategic partnership. President Samia Suluhu Hassan announced the agreement on Tuesday, after holding talks wit…

ARUSHA: FOUNTAIN Gate won 1-0 against Mashujaa in a closely contested Mainland Premier League encounter at Sheikh Amri Abeid Memorial Stadium in Arusha yesterday. The result marked Fountain Gate’s first league win of the season after they suffered a 3-0 defeat to Singida Black Stars at Airtel Stadium in Singida in the…

KAGERA: SIMBA Head Coach Steve Barker has praised his side’s character and tactical adaptability after they overcame a difficult test from Kagera Sugar to begin their Mainland Premier League campaign with a 2-0 victory. Barker made the comments after the match at Kaitaba Stadium in Kagera on Sunday, highlighting that …

KAGERA: KAGERA Region has completed preparations to receive the Uhuru Torch, which is expected to arrive on Sunday from Geita Region. Kagera Regional Commissioner, Col Ramadhan Kido, said yesterday in Bukoba Municipality that all arrangements had been finalised for the historic event. He said the Torch would be receiv…

DAR ES SALAAM: THE Tanzanian government has provided medical supplies worth over 220m/-, equivalent to 88,000 US Dollars, to support the response to an Ebola outbreak in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Minister for Health Mohamed Mchengerwa said the government would ensure that the supplies are delivered quick…

MPANDA: THE Minister for Works, Abdallah Ulega has said that the construction of the 70-kilometre Kibaoni-Sitalike road is expected to unlock trade and economic opportunities in the Southern Highlands while strengthening economic links with neighbouring countries. Speaking during the inspection of the progress of the …

ARUSHA: TANZANIA’S ambition to become a more productive, inclusive and competitive economy by 2050 will depend not only on how much infrastructure it builds, but on whether that infrastructure creates productive opportunities for its people. That was the central message from a public lecture delivered recently by Publ…

DODOMA: THE Parliamentary Standing Committee on Education, Culture and Sports has called for vocational education graduates to be linked with affordable financing to enable them to start businesses, create jobs and contribute to the national economy. The committee warned that expanding vocational training without clea…

Rage, Kibadeni call for calm ahead of league opener DAR ES SALAAM: A LEADERSHIP dispute at Simba appears to have eased after the club’s board of directors suspended all previous decisions concerning the proposed Board of Trustees. The decision was reached at a board meeting on Monday, according to a statement signed j…

DODOMA: UNIVERSITIES in Tanzania have been urged to ensure their research goes beyond academic publications and career advancement to deliver practical solutions to challenges facing citizens. The call was made in Dodoma by the Vice-Chancellor of the Nelson Mandela African Institution of Science and Technology (NM-AIS…

DAR ES SALAAM: THREE rounds into the Mainland Premier League, the early standings are beginning to reveal the shape of the new season. While Young Africans and Simba have maintained their expected positions at the top with three wins from three, the story immediately behind them is less predictable. Azam and newly pro…

DODOMA: Tanzania Commission for AIDS (TACAIDS) Executive Director Dr Adam Mrisho said the Commission had continued to implement deliberate strategies to ensure HIV/AIDS interventions were effectively implemented and reached all groups, particularly young people. Dr Mrisho made the remarks in Dodoma recently while resp…

TANZANIA: TANZANIA is entering a new energy era with the commissioning of the 2,115-megawatt Julius Nyerere Hydropower Project (JNHPP) on Saturday, a landmark investment that could fundamentally reshape the country’s economic prospects. Built on the Rufiji River at a cost of about 7.452tri/- and financed entirely from…

DAR ES SALAAM: THE Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) Kariakoo Tax Region has commended taxpayers in the Mchikichini area for their significant contribution towards enabling the Authority to achieve various milestones during its 30 years since establishment. TRA said the close cooperation and voluntary tax compliance by…

DAR ES SALAAM: THE World Bank is considering supporting the second phase of improvements at the Port of Dar es Salaam, following significant gains in efficiency under the first phase of the project funded through a 345m US dollar concessional loan. World Bank Regional Vice-President for Eastern and Southern Africa, Dr…

MOROGORO: THE Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Information, Culture, Arts and Sports and Government Chief Spokesperson, Gerson Msigwa, has urged Tanzanians not to be concerned about preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), insisting that Tanzania, Kenya and Uganda will remain the host countries f…

KIGALI: SIMBA Queens Head Coach Mussa Hassan has admitted his side were not at their best against Top Girls Academy, but insisted securing three points was the priority after their 2-0 victory at Kigali Pelé Stadium in the CAF Women’s Champions League CECAFA qualifying tournament. Simba were made to work for the resul…

RUFIJI: TANZANIA has emerged as East Africa’s leading electricity producer, following the commissioning of the 2,115-megawatt Julius Nyerere Hydropower Project (JNHPP), a milestone that has more than doubled the country’s generation capacity. The project, inaugurated on Saturday by President Samia Suluhu Hassan in Ruf…

MOSHI: TEACHERS should integrate artificial intelligence (AI) and other digital tools into classroom teaching to help students develop skills needed in an increasingly digital economy, education experts have said. The call was made during the 2026 Teaching and Learning with Digital Resources in Serving Training worksh…

KILIMANJARO: TANZANIA’S Ambassador to France and Permanent Delegate to the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO), Saidi Othman Yakubu has called for the development of new tourism products at Kilimanjaro National Park to attract more French tourists. He also urged intensified promot…

DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIAN clubs have learned their routes in this season’s CAF inter-club competitions, with three teams set to compete in the Champions League and four in the Confederation Cup. In the CAF Champions League, Simba SC will face Malawi’s Mighty Wanderers in the first preliminary round. If Simba advance, t…

BUKOBA: MINISTER for Livestock and Fisheries, Dr Bashiru Ally, has urged residents of Kagera Region and other parts of the country to seize opportunities in livestock and fisheries, saying fodder farming is increasingly becoming a profitable business. Speaking recently after witnessing the launch of the Cooperative Ba…

SINGIDA: SIMBA Head Coach Steve Barker hailed his side’s resilience after they maintained their perfect away start with a 2-1 victory over Singida Black Stars at Airtel Stadium in Singida, but admitted their growing disciplinary problems must be addressed. The victory gave Simba a third successive away win in the Main…

KIGOMA: THE Special Zone Immigration Office in Kigoma region has embarked on an exercise to curb illegal immigration by providing education to owners of hotels, bars and guesthouses on immigration laws. The exercise was led by senior Immigration Department officials in the zone, with Kigoma Regional Immigration Office…

DAR ES SALAAM: THE official commissioning of the 2,115-megawatt Julius Nyerere Hydropower Project (JNHPP) marks a defining moment in Tanzania’s economic transformation. More than a power-generating facility, the project represents a strategic investment in the infrastructure needed to drive industrialisation, attract …

RUFIJI: PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan has directed regional and district authorities to begin preparations for anticipated El Niño rains, warning that failure to act early could result in significant damage to lives, property and infrastructure. Speaking yesterday during the commissioning of the Julius Nyerere Hydropo…

DAR ES SALAAM: Coca-Cola Kwanza is stepping up efforts to capture a larger share of youth consumer market, combining portfolio expansion, retail reach and digital engagement as competition intensifies across the beverage industry. The company is using music, social media creators, university activations and consumer e…

KIBAHA: THE government aims to increase local medicine production from the current 10 per cent to 60 per cent by December next year as part of efforts to strengthen health security and reduce dependence on imports. Health Minister Mohamed Mchengerwa said the government had also set a target of increasing domestic prod…

TANGA: A YOUNG Tanzanian innovator has pioneered a bee-based cancer detection technology that has now received official registration, marking a major breakthrough in the drive for early diagnosis. Tanga Regional Commissioner Dr Batilda Salha Burian said the innovation developed by a young innovator from Mbeya Universi…

TANZANIA: FITCH Ratings has raised Tanzania’s credit outlook to positive from stable, citing stronger foreign-exchange reserves, contained fiscal deficits and robust economic growth that should help put government debt on a downward trajectory. The ratings agency affirmed Tanzania’s longterm foreign- and localcurrency…

DODOMA: DODOMA Regional Commissioner, Rosemary Senyamule has directed the region’s stakeholders to determine how much the capital should contribute to the country’s one trillion-dollar economy target by 2050 through a comprehensive economic study. Launching the new Dodoma Regional Business Council yesterday, Ms Senyam…

DAR ES SALAAM: PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan’s call for Tanzanians to uphold unity, solidarity, peace and stability during the Maulid celebrations carries a message that goes beyond the religious significance of commemorating the birth of Prophet Muhammad (SAW). It is a timely reminder that Tanzania’s social harmony r…

DAR ES SALAAM: THE Ministry of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation organized a special visit by a delegation from the African Diaspora Development Institute (ADDI) to the National Museum of Tanzania in Dar es Salaam, aimed at giving the visitors an opportunity to learn about Tanzania’s history, culture and he…

DAR ES SALAAM: THE ruling Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM), has dismissed reports that Vice-President Emmanuel Nchimbi has been summoned before the party’s Ethics Committee, saying it has no official communication confirming the claim. CCM Secretary for Ideology, Propaganda and Training, Kenani Laban Kihongosi, rejected the …

DAR ES SALAAM: YOUNG Africans Head Coach Manqoba Mngqithi has hailed his side’s convincing victory over JKT Tanzania but insists the team remains a work in progress, with significant room for improvement despite another strong attacking display and a clean sheet. Manqoba made the reaction following his side won 4-0 at…

ARUSHA: THE government and stakeholders have been urged to facilitate access to health insurance for children with disabilities to enable them receive medical services and regular medication without placing a financial burden on parents and caregivers. Director of Safehome for Children with Disabilities (SCDI), Yuster…

DAR ES SALAAM: MINISTER of State in the Prime Minister’s Office responsible for Regional Administration and Local Government (PMO-RALG), Riziki Shemdoe, has commended the progress of road projects linking key Dar es Salaam venues to be used for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON). Shemdoe said the projects, which h…

DAR ES SALAAM: THE Presidential Commission of Inquiry into the Individuals Involved in Violence and Violations of the Law during and after the October 2025 General Election has officially begun preparations to carry out its mandate. The Commission seeks to establish the individuals who planned, participated in and coo…

IKUNGI: CHAMA Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) Vice-Chairman for Mainland Tanzania, Mr Stephen Wasira, has said the ruling party remains strong and united, urging opposition parties to offer constructive ideas instead of opposing government initiatives. Mr Wasira made the remarks recently during the first day of his three-day work…

DODOMA: CHAMA Cha Mapinduzi’s (CCM) Women’s Wing (UWT) has congratulated Deogratius John Ndejembi on his appointment and subsequent confirmation as Vice-President of Tanzania, describing the decision as a reflection of the confidence the ruling party has placed in him. UWT Chairperson Mary Chatanda said on Friday that…

DAR ES SALAAM: More than 1.337 million children under the age of 10 are expected to be reached during an oral polio vaccination campaign being conducted in Dar es Salaam Region as part of government efforts to strengthen immunity against the disease. The campaign, implemented by the Government through the Ministry of …

DODOMA: DEPUTY Minister for Finance, Mr Laurent Luswetula said the Bank of Tanzania (BoT) is adjusting its Central Bank Rate (CBR) in line with economic conditions to help improve access to affordable credit while keeping inflation within the target range. Mr Luswetula told the National Assembly yesterday that the pol…

TANGA: PRIME Minister Dr Mwigulu Nchemba has called for intensified scientific research into medicinal plants, saying Tanzania can develop safe and proven medicines from its rich natural resources. Speaking while closing the National Education, Skills and Innovation Week in Tanga on Monday, Dr Nchemba said stronger co…

MIRERANI: THE Tanzanian government has announced plans to conduct an extensive mineral exploration exercise in the Mirerani area of Arusha Region, aimed at improving knowledge of the country’s mineral resources and increasing productivity in the mining sector. Minister for Minerals Anthony Mavunde made the announcemen…

ADDIS ABABA: TANZANIA has called for increased investment in the health sector and stronger domestic financing to improve access to quality healthcare services for citizens. The call was made during a side event held on the sidelines of the 76th World Health Organisation (WHO) Regional Committee for Africa meeting in …

ZANZIBAR: THE Deputy Minister for Home Affairs, Ayoub Mohammed Mahmoud, has urged members of the public to expose criminals and promptly report suspected criminal activities to security authorities to enable appropriate legal action to be taken. Deputy Minister made the call during celebrations marking 20 years of com…

MWANZA: ICAP Tanzania has met with the Ministry of Health and the President’s Office-Regional Administration and Local Government (PORALG) in Mwanza to discuss a system that will help the country increase access to financial and human resources for the implementation of various health interventions. Speaking during a …

DAR ES SALAAM: FROM creative industries and cultural tourism to sports and digital media, Tanzania is increasingly harnessing its soft power as a catalyst for socioeconomic growth and accelerate the transformation envisioned under Dira 2050. Tanzania’s new development blueprint, Dira 2050, envisions a prosperous, incl…

DODOMA: THE Tanzania Plant Health and Pesticides Authority (TPHPA) saved more than 1.4 million tonnes of grain crops during the 2025/2026 financial year after implementing measures to control quelea birds and fall armyworms in various parts of the country. TPHPA Director General, Prof Joseph Ndunguru, said the pest-co…

DODOMA: THE Governor of Tanzania (BoT), Emmanuel Tutuba, has held talks with the International Monetary Fund (IMF)’s new Resident Representative in Tanzania, Jana Bricco, at the central bank’s headquarters in Dodoma. During the meeting, Governor Tutuba briefed Bricco on various measures being implemented by the Bank o…

DAR ES SALAAM: THE High Court’s SubRegistry in Dar es Salaam has ruled that Chama Cha Demokrasia na Maendeleo (CHADEMA) Chairman Tundu Lissu has a case to answer in the treason case facing him, paving the way for the opposition leader to begin presenting his defence. A three-judge panel, headed by Justice Dunstan Ndun…

BARIADI: THE Bariadi District authorities in Simiyu Region have urged residents living in valleys, mountainous areas and other high-risk locations to relocate to safer areas before the onset of heavy rains expected between September and October 2026. The warning was issued today, August 28, 2026, by Bariadi District C…

DAR ES SALAAM: CRICKET Legends of Tanzania founder and group leader Kanu Rathod, a United Kingdom-based Tanzanian cricket enthusiast, has set his sights on Tanzania hosting a Cricket World Cup in the near future. His vision comes as Tanzania’s cricket development receives a major boost following the recent inauguratio…

DODOMA: THE Deputy Minister for Health, Dr Florence Samizi, said the Tanzanian government is continuing to implement strategies to expand cancer treatment services to different parts of the country in a bid to reduce the distance patients travel to access care and ease congestion at the Ocean Road Cancer Institute (OR…

TANZANIA: AS China’s geopolitical influence expands, more entities are gaining access to its Cross-Border Interbank Payment System (CIPS), with Stanbic Bank in Ghana recently becoming a participant. This move can play a crucial role in a broader strategy to reduce transaction costs, diversify currencies in internation…

MBEYA: THE Director General of the National Institute for Medical Research (NIMR), Prof. Said Aboud, has said traditional medicine is an important area for improving community health, promoting economic growth and advancing sustainable development in Tanzania. Prof Aboud made the remarks today, August 28, 2026, in Mbe…

MOROGORO: THE Deputy Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Finance responsible for Treasury Services, Nsubil Joshua, has called on institutions under the Ministry to strengthen their monitoring and evaluation systems to ensure that government plans, programmes and projects are implemented efficiently and deliver veri…

MWANZA: THE Tanzania Livestock Research Institute (TALIRI) Mabuki is set to establish livestock demonstration farms in villages across Mwanza Region to boost modern farming practices and ensure a steady supply of raw materials to industries. At least three demonstration farms will be set up in villages within every di…

DAR ES SALAAM: PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan has commended Tanzania’s constitutional system for enabling changes in key leadership positions to take place peacefully, saying the smooth transition demonstrates the country’s political stability and commitment to constitutional order. President Samia made the statement w…

TANZANIA: ZARA Tanzania Adventures has been named Africa’s Leading Adventure Tour Operator at the 2026 World Travel Awards, securing its sixth consecutive continental title as the locally owned company marks 40 years in the country’s tourism industry. The award was presented at the World Travel Awards Africa & Indian …

DAR ES SALAAM: HUNDREDS of Tanzanian students departed the country today for various international universities to pursue higher education opportunities through Global Education Link (GEL). The students, who departed through Terminal 3 of Julius Nyerere International Airport in Dar es Salaam, have largely opted for ac…

DODOMA: LAWMAKERS have passed the Pyrethrum Industry (Repeal) Bill, 2026, aimed at reducing government operational costs by streamlining regulatory institutions performing similar functions in the agriculture sector. When presenting the Bill in the National Assembly on Friday, Agriculture Minister Daniel Chongolo said…

DAR ES SALAAM: Expectant mothers seeking care at Ubungo District Hospital are expected to receive improved support following the donation of maternity supplies and medical equipment by employees of Yas Tanzania. The donation was made through the Tumaini Campaign, an employee-driven initiative that positions staff part…

BELGRADE: TANZANIA and Serbia have agreed to establish a Joint Economic Commission, a key step in efforts to transform their longstanding ties into a strategic partnership anchored in trade, investment and economic cooperation. The move emerged from talks between Tanzania’s Minister for Foreign Affairs and East Africa…

DAR ES SALAAM: THE shift from traditional international roaming and physical SIM cards towards digital connectivity is opening new opportunities in the travel-data market, as consumers increasingly seek cheaper and more convenient ways to stay connected across borders. Kwetu Company is positioning its eSIM platform to…

DODOMA: VICE President Deogratius Ndejembi has urged staff at the Office of the Vice-President, Union and Environment to increase their commitment and accountability and abandon routine approaches to work to ensure government responsibilities are implemented efficiently and on time. The Vice-President made the call to…

DAR ES SALAAM: SIMBA and Young Africans face separate tests today as the Mainland Premier League giants seek to maintain their perfect starts and strengthen their grip on the early title race. Both sides have won all four of their opening matches and sit level on points at the top of the table, with Young …

DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA’S Ambassador to France and Permanent Representative to UNESCO, Saidi Othman Yakubu, has commended the Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism for its efforts to preserve the country’s World Heritage Sites and leverage them to promote tourism development. Ambassador Yakubu made the remarks tod…

TABORA: THE government, in collaboration with stakeholders, is strengthening adult and non-formal education programmes in Tabora Region to tackle widespread illiteracy affecting about 1.1 million people. According to the 2022 Population and Housing Census, the figure represents 32 per cent of the region’s population, …

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DODOMA: THE National Agricultural Extension Services Agency (NAESA) is set to strengthen the delivery of agricultural extension services across the country through a strategic partnership with the Tanzania Fertilizer Regulatory Authority (TFRA), a move expected to boost agricultural productivity and crop yields among …
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Importance of Peace for National Development
Spika wa Bunge la Tanzania, Mussa Zungu, amesema nchi haiwezi kujengwa kwa maandamano na kwamba amani ni jambo muhimu kwa maendeleo ya nchi.
Akizungumza leo Juni 1, 2026 jijini Dodoma kuhusu umuhimu wa amani katika jamii, Msita amesema maendeleo yanapatikana katika mazingira yenye utulivu na mshikamano, akisisitiza kuwa sehemu yenye maendeleo ni sehemu inayompendeza Mungu.
Kihongosi amewataka wananchi kuendelea kulinda amani na mshikamano uliopo nchini, akisema Tanzania imeendelea kuwa mfano wa utulivu kutokana na umoja na upendo wa wananchi wake.
Kibadeni ameyasema hayo katika mahojiano maalumu, akisisitiza umuhimu wa vijana kutumia vyema nafasi wanazopewa na kushirikiana katika kulinda amani, akibainisha kuwa ustawi wa taifa lolote unategemea uwepo wa amani.
He called on Christians and the wider community to embrace forgiveness, love and peace as essential pillars for building a united and harmonious society.
Ameeleza kuwa amani ni msingi muhimu wa maendeleo ya Taifa, na kusisitiza kuwa bila amani, jitihada zote za maendeleo haziwezi kufikiwa.
Amani ni zawadi kutoka kwa Mungu na ndiyo msingi wa maendeleo ya taifa. "Mungu ameturuzuku amani, ni kipaji na kipawa. Tuna kila sababu ya kuitunza na kuilinda, kwani bila amani hakuna maendeleo, wananchi hawatakuwa salama, na tutakimbia nchi yetu wenyewe," amesisitiza.
Amesisitiza kuwa Tanzania ni kivutio cha wivu kwa watu wa mataifa mengine, kutokana na amani na utulivu iliyonayo.
Kuhani Baraka pia amewakumbusha waumini na wananchi wote kudumisha amani wakati wa uchaguzi, akisema amani ni nguzo ya maendeleo na msingi wa haki.
Alisema unaweza kudai vitu vyote kama vile barabara za lami, maji, hospital, katiba mpya, mishara mikubwa lakini kukiwa hakuna amani huwezi kuvitumia vitu vyote hivyo kwa kuwa watu watasambatika huko na kule kwa machafuko ya vita.
Tanzania Fuel Prices Surge Over 30% Due to Middle East Conflict
In April 2026, Tanzanian fuel prices soared over 30 per cent in one month due to the Middle East conflict, despite government assurances of adequate reserves.
The Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) has introduced a new billing number system for the loading and offloading of fuel at storage depots, aimed at enhancing transparency, boosting government revenue collection and ensuring compliance without disrupting supply.
Nchi kama Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait, Qatar na Iraq zinapoteza njia yao kuu ya kuuza mafuta.
wanunuaji wa mafuta kwa bei ra rejareja yanayopitia Bandari ya Dar es Salaam watalazimika kuongeza Sh956 katika kila lita moja ya mafuta baada ya bei kufikia Sh3,820 kutoka Sh2864. Kwa upande wa dizeli, lita moja sasa watanunua kwa Sh3,806 kutoka Sh2,858 ikiwa ni ongezeko la Sh948. Kwa upande wa mafuta ya taa, sasa yatanunuliwa kwa Sh3,684 kutoka Sh2,932 iliyokuwa ikitumika Machi mwaka huu ikiwa ni ongezeko la Sh752.
Ongezeko la bei ya mafuta halipo Tanzania pekee, bali hata katika soko la dunia ambapo bei kikomo kwa Aprili 2026, zimeongezeka kwa asilimia 69.98 kwa mafuta ya petroli, asilimia 114.46 kwa mafuta ya dizeli na asilimia 120.81 kwa mafuta ya taa.
wanunuaji wa mafuta kwa bei ra rejareja yanayopitia Bandari ya Dar es Salaam watalazimika kuongeza Sh956 katika kila lita moja ya mafuta baada ya bei kufikia Sh3,820 kutoka Sh2864.
Kwa mujibu wa Ewura, ongezeko hilo la bei za mafuta ni janga la kidunia na Tanzania kama sehemu hiyo inachukua hatua mbalimbali kuhakikisha usalama wa upatikanaji wa mafuta nchini na katika bei himilivu ili kupunguza madhara ya kiuchumi na kijamii.
Kufungwa kwa mlango huu muhimu wa bahari kunasababisha athari kubwa kimataifa, hasa kiuchumi na kiusalama: 1️⃣ Kupanda kwa bei ya mafuta duniani
Kufungwa kwake kunasababisha uhaba wa mafuta sokoni. Bei ya mafuta na gesi inapanda haraka, na kuathiri gharama za usafiri, umeme na bidhaa nyingine.
Kufungwa kunaweza kusababisha mvutano au mapambano kati ya mataifa yenye maslahi ya kiuchumi na kiusalama katika eneo hilo.
Tumeona bei zimeshaanza kupanda, tutakaa ndani ya Serikali kuhakikisha tunakabiliana nalo vipi suala hili ili wananchi waendelee kupata mafuta kwa bei nzuri na kudhibiti kupanda kwa gharama za maisha.
Dk Mwigulu amesema: “Tumeona bei zimeshaanza kupanda, tutakaa ndani ya Serikali kuhakikisha tunakabiliana nalo vipi suala hili ili wananchi waendelee kupata mafuta kwa bei nzuri na kudhibiti kupanda kwa gharama za maisha.”
Serikali inaendelea kutekeleza mradi wa ujenzi wa ghala la kupokea na kuhifadhi mafuta lenye uwezo wa kupokea tani 308,110 katika Bandari ya Dar es Salaam ambao umefikia asilimia 30.
The authority attributed the rise to the ongoing geopolitical tensions in the Middle East, particularly involving the United States, Israel and Iran, which began on February 28, 2026, and have significantly disrupted global oil supply.
Wakati huohuo, athari za vita hivyo zimeanza kuhisiwa na wananchi wa Marekani, ambapo bei ya mafuta imeendelea kupanda na kufikia zaidi ya dola 4 kwa galoni, kiwango cha juu zaidi tangu mwaka 2022.
Hali hiyo inachangiwa na usumbufu katika eneo la Strait of Hormuz, ambalo ni njia muhimu inayopitisha takriban robo ya mafuta yanayotumika duniani.
TANZANIA INA MAFUTA YA KUTOSHA,LICHA YA BEI KUPANDA KUTOKANA NA VITA YA MASHARIKI YA KATI
Kwa mwezi Aprili 2026, gharama za kuagiza mafuta (premiums) katika Bandari ya Dar es Salaam zimeongezeka kwa wastani wa asilimia 15.3 kwa mafuta ya petroli na asilimia 10.8 kwa mafuta ya dizeli na hakuna mabadiliko ya gharama kwa mafuta ya taa.
Mabadiliko ya bei za mafuta nchini kwa mwezi Aprili 2026 yamechangiwa kwa kiasi kikubwa na vita inayoendelea Mashariki ya kati tarehe 28 Februari 2026.
In his final political move, Bungara announced his resignation from ACT Wazalendo on February 18, 2026. He formally joined CHADEMA, the nation’s largest opposition party, aligning himself with their boycott of elections they deemed fundamentally unfair.
The Court of Appeal here began hearing a critical revision application from the main opposition party, Chama cha Demokrasia na Maendeleo (CHADEMA) on Tuesday, which seeks to overturn a High Court injunction that has barred it from conducting any political activities since June 2025.
Hatima ya Chama cha Demokrasia na Maendeleo (Chadema) kuendelea kuzuiwa kufanya shughuli za kisiasa au kurejea ulingoni sasa ipo mikononi mwa Mahakama ya Rufaa, baada ya zaidi ya siku 283 tangu kilipowekewa zuio hilo.
Most remarkably, just one week before his death, Bungara launched an operation to strengthen CHADEMA in the southern regions.
Most remarkably, just one week before his death, Bungara launched an operation to strengthen CHADEMA in the southern regions. He donated his personal vehicle and fuel to party organisers and handed over resources to young CHADEMA activists, resulting in thousands of people switching from other parties to join CHADEMA within that single week.
Mgawanyiko huo umejidhihirisha kupitia makundi mawili yenye mitazamo tofauti kuhusu mustakabali wa chama.
Sifuna alisisitiza kuwa yuko tayari kusimama imara kulinda misingi ya chama, akipinga kile alichodai ni juhudi za kukisogeza karibu na mamlaka ya serikali.
Gachagua ameanza kujijenga kama sauti mbadala ya kisiasa, hasa kwa vijana, akishambulia sera za serikali kwa madai ya kushindwa kuboresha maisha ya wananchi wa kawaida.
Kutokuwepo kwake katika mstari wa mbele wa siasa za uchaguzi wa 2027 kumeacha pengo ambalo sasa linajazwa na makundi yenye mitazamo tofauti.
All Parliamentary Standing Committee meetings have been suspended today, March 25, 2026, following the death of Isimani MP and Minister of State in the Prime Minister’s Office, William Lukuvi.
Rais wa Jamhuri ya Muungano wa Tanzania, Samia Suluhu Hassan, amesema taifa limepoteza kiongozi shupavu, mahiri na mzalendo kufuatia kifo cha William Vangimembe Lukuvi.
William Lukuvi afariki dunia kwa mshituko wa moyo
PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan has announced the death of the former Minister of State in the Prime Minister’s Office, (Policy, Parliament, Coordination and Persons with Disabilities) William Lukuvi, who passed away this morning, March 25, 2026.
Mbunge wa Isiman, William Lukuvi amefariki dunia, huku aliyekuwa mshindani wake katika mchakato wa ndani wa Chama cha Mapinduzi (CCM) wa ubunge wa Isimani, Festo Kiswaga, akifunguka mambo atakayoyakumbuka.
Kiswaga, amesema anamkumbuka kiongozi huyo kwa utendaji wake Isimani, kwani aliingia likiwa jipya na halikuwa na hata shule moja ya sekondari, lakini sasa zimefika zaidi ya 10.
Taarifa ya kifo chake imetolewa na Katibu Mkuu Kiongozi, Balozi Moses Kisuluka, akimnukuu Rais Samia Suluhu Hassan, aliyesema amesikitishwa na anatoa pole kwa ndugu, jamaa na marafiki.
Ambassador Kusiluka conveyed condolences from President Samia Suluhu Hassan, who announced the death and sent her sympathies to the people of Isimani and to the Speaker of the National Assembly.
Kifo hicho kimetangazwa na Rais Samia Suluhu Hassan kupitia taarifa kwa umma iliyotolewa na Katibu Mkuu Kiongozi, Dk Moses Kusiluka juu ya msiba huo wa Lukuvi aliyezaliwa Agosti 15, 1955.
Additionally, the Head of State extended her condolences to the Speaker of Parliament, the bereaved family, residents of Isimani Constituency, and all Tanzanians mourning the loss.
Aliyekuwa Waziri wa Nchi Ofisi ya Waziri Mkuu (Sera, Bunge, Uratibu na Wenye Ulemavu) na Mbunge wa Jimbo la Isimani William Vangimembe Lukuvi amefariki duinia akiwa na umri wa miaka 70.
Lema ametumia kurasa zake za mitandao ya kijamii kuzungumzia kifo cha Lukuvi akisema: “Tunazaliwa bila kitu, na tunaondoka bila kitu, kifo hutukumbusha unyenyekevu wa maisha.
According to a statement issued by the Parliament’s Communications and Public Relations Unit, Mr Zungu invoked Rule 176 of the Standing Orders of the National Assembly (August 2025 edition) to suspend the sittings.
Reports of the death of the Isimani Constituency MP in Iringa Region, who had served in Parliament since 1995, began circulating earlier in the day before being confirmed by the Chief Secretary, Ambassador Dr Moses Kusiluka.
Mr Lukuvi’s death brings to three the number of MPs who have died during the 13th Parliament since its inauguration by President Hassan.
SPIKA wa Bunge la Jamhuri ya Muungano wa Tanzania Mussa Azzan Zungu leo Machi 25, 2026, ameongoza kikao cha dharura cha Kamati ya Kudumu ya Bunge ya Uongozi kilichofanyika katika Ofisi za Bunge jijini Dodoma, kufuatia kifo cha aliyekuwa Waziri wa Nchi, Ofisi ya Waziri Mkuu (Sera, Bunge, Uratibu na Wenye Ulemavu) na Mbunge wa Jimbo la Ismani, William Vangimembe Lukuvi.
Waziri Mkuu Mwigulu Nchemba, ametoa salamu za pole kufuatia kifo cha William Vangimembe Lukuvi kilichotokea leo Machi 25, 2026.
Rais Mwinyi amesema taifa limepoteza kiongozi muhimu ambaye amelitumikia kwa uadilifu na kujitolea katika nafasi mbalimbali za uongozi kwa muda mrefu.
WAZIRI LUKUVI AFARIKI DUNIA
William Vangimembe Lukuvi ambaye amefariki leo Machi 25, 2026 wakati akipatiwa matibabu katika Hospitali ya Benjamin Mkapa, jijini Dodoma, ni mmoja wa wanasiasa mashuhuri wa Tanzania aliyetoa mchango mkubwa katika siasa za kitaifa.
William Vangimembe Lukuvi ambaye amefariki leo Machi 25, 2026 wakati akipatiwa matibabu katika Hospitali ya Benjamin Mkapa, jijini Dodoma, ni mmoja wa wanasiasa mashuhuri wa Tanzania aliyetoa mchango mkubwa katika siasa za kitaifa. Ametumikia nafasi mbalimbali za uongozi serikalini na kujijengea sifa ya uongozi thabiti kupitia utumishi wa muda mrefu serikalini na uwakilishi wake bungeni.
Mpina ambaye amewahi kuwa Waziri wa Mifugo na Uvuvi akizungumza na Mwananchi amesimulia sababu iliyotaka kumfanya kuikataa bajeti hiyo, kwamba Mpango wa Maendeleo ulikuwa unaeleza Serikali itatenga asilimia 35 ya bajeti kutelekezwa kwenye maendeleo lakini yenyewe ikatenga asilimia 22.
Mdee amesema Lukuvi alikuwa akichukua ushauri na mapendekezo ya hotuba za kambi ya upinzani bungeni na kwenda kuvifanyia kazi kwa vitendo.
William Lukuvi, Waziri wa Nchi, Ofisi ya Waziri Mkuu (Sera, Bunge, Uratibu na Wenye Ulemavu) akiagwa bungeni Dodoma.
Speaker of the National Assembly, Mussa Zungu, has described the death of Minister of State in the Prime Minister’s Office (Policy, Parliament, Coordination and Persons with Disabilities) and Isimani MP William Lukuvi as a major blow not only to his family, but also to the Parliament, government, and Tanzanians at large.
PRIME Minister Mwigulu Nchemba has paid glowing tribute to the late William Lukuvi, saying he has long benefited from the veteran politician’s wisdom, guidance and selfless dedication to public service, especially since his first appointment as Deputy Minister for Finance.
President Samia Suluhu Hassan is expected to join thousands of mourners in Iringa next Tuesday to honour the late Minister of State in the Prime Minister’s Office (Policy, Parliament, Coordination and Persons with Disabilities), who passed away on Wednesday at Benjamin Mkapa Hospital in Dodoma Region.
DODOMA: PRIME Minister Mwigulu Nchemba has paid glowing tribute to the late William Lukuvi, saying he has long benefited from the veteran politician’s wisdom, guidance and selfless dedication to public service, especially since his first appointment as Deputy Minister for Finance.