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By Our Correspondent, MusomaThe Ministry of Health has intensified efforts to strengthen emergency and critical care services in Mara Region, with health experts preparing to train frontline workers on rapid response to medical emergencies and disease outbreaks.The initiative is being implemented by the Ministry’s Eme…

By The Respondents ReporterTanzania is increasingly looking beyond its borders for the capital, technology and expertise needed to address growing water challenges, as climate change, population growth and urbanisation put additional pressure on the country's water resources.The strategy has placed water diplomacy at …

By The Respondents ReporterContractors upgrading roads around the National Stadium and training grounds have been ordered to accelerate work on drainage systems before the expected El Niño rains, amid concerns that flooding could disrupt transport and damage newly built infrastructure.Tanzania Rural and Urban Roads Ag…

By Our Reporter, Dar es SalaamTanzania and the United States have reaffirmed their commitment to deepening strategic cooperation in energy, critical minerals, healthcare, investment and economic development, with both sides stressing the need for partnerships that deliver tangible benefits to citizens.The commitment w…

By Victoria GodfreyAzam FC and Simba SC renew their rivalry tomorrow in the Mzizima Derby, with both sides seeking a victory that could strengthen their push for an early advantage in the NBC Premier League.The match at Azam Complex in Chamazi comes with pressure on both teams, who are expected to battle for control o…

By Victoria GodfreyTanzania’s women’s and Open teams secured their first points at the 46th Chess Olympiad in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, after recording positive results in the third round yesterday.The women’s team produced the more emphatic result, defeating Papua New Guinea 4-0 after all four players won their individu…

By Our Correspondent, KIGOMAYouth who completed vocational skills training under the Dumisha Amani (Sustain Peace) project have been encouraged to form registered groups and compete for government tenders as a pathway to economic empowerment and self-reliance.Kigoma District Commissioner Dr Rashid Chuachua made the ca…
By John MapepeleWASHINGTON, Sept. 4 — Tanzania and the United States are seeking to deepen strategic cooperation in the health sector, with Dar es Salaam positioning itself as a regional hub for pharmaceutical production and distribution across Africa. The initiative was discussed at a Tanzania-US health partnership s…

By Lookman Miraji. The Government of Tanzania has called on researchers in the transport, logistics and management sectors to ensure that their research is translated into practical and implementable solutions, rather than remaining confined to academic publications, while emphasizing the need to reduce logistics cost…

By Our ReporterTanzania is targeting a further sharp reduction in maternal and child deaths, with the government aiming to bring maternal mortality below 70 deaths per 100,000 live births by 2030/31.The new target forms part of the government’s 2026/27–2030/31 Strategic Plan and will be implemented through the fourth …

By Our ReporterTanzania and Egypt have reaffirmed their commitment to expanding trade, investment and industrial cooperation after the conclusion of Egyptian President Abdel Fattah El-Sisi's State Visit, during which the two countries signed a series of agreements aimed at strengthening economic ties.President Samia S…

By The Respondents ReporterTanzania has reaffirmed its commitment to safeguarding the Ngorongoro Conservation Area by strengthening cooperation with UNESCO, its advisory bodies and other international partners, while maintaining that conservation efforts must go hand in hand with improving the livelihoods of local com…

By The Respondents ReporterNMB Bank has outlined plans to expand financing to businesses and investors as Tanzania turns to the private sector to deliver the bulk of investment required under the Development Vision 2050.The Vision places the private sector at the centre of Tanzania’s economic transformation, with abou…

By The Respondents ReporterTanzania has made progress in reducing maternal deaths, with increased investment in healthcare infrastructure, medical personnel and access to essential services contributing to improvements in maternal and child health, Deputy Minister for Health Dr Florence Samizi has said.Dr Samizi said …

By Victoria GodfreyTanzanians have been urged to position themselves early to benefit from the economic and business opportunities expected to accompany the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), with the National Sports Council (NSC) identifying 12 key sectors likely to gain from the tournament.The championship, which T…

By Our Reporter, The government has uncovered an illegal mineral trading operation in Dar es Salaam, with 14 suspects arrested over alleged involvement in the smuggling of minerals outside the country’s formal trading system.Minister for Minerals Anthony Mavunde said the discovery was part of intensified efforts to st…

By Adonis ByemelwaIt was unlikely that many on a university campus where political theory, constitutional law and governance are taught each semester could have imagined that classroom discussions would become the subject of one of Tanzania’s most closely watched criminal prosecutions. “It is more than a legal matter …

By Our Correspondent, ADDIS ABABATanzania has joined other African countries at the 76th Session of the World Health Organisation (WHO) Regional Committee for Africa, with the country expected to use the meeting to strengthen health cooperation and share approaches to improving healthcare delivery.Permanent Secretary …

By Victoria GodfreyPlayers in the NBC Tanzania Premier League have been warned against complacency as the introduction of the Football Video Support (FVS) system increases scrutiny of incidents that may previously have gone unnoticed by match officials.The technology, introduced to support referees in reviewing contro…

By The Respondents ReporterTanzania’s founding father, Mwalimu Julius Kambarage Nyerere, has received further recognition for his contribution to Africa’s liberation struggle after Tanzania President Samia Suluhu Hassan and Angola President João Manuel Gonçalves Lourenço inaugurated a specialised referral hospital nam…

By Our Reporter, ArushaThe Tanzania Agricultural Development Bank (TADB) has disbursed loans worth Sh1.55 trillion to 862 projects, highlighting the growing role of development finance in Tanzania’s efforts to transform agriculture from subsistence production into a commercially oriented sector.TADB Managing Director …

By Dr Bravious Kahyoza, a PPP expert,Songwe. Tanzania is beginning to redraw the line between what government should build and what business should finance, as the country moves to implement its ambitious Development Vision 2050 and pursue a $1 trillion economy by mid-century.The debate came into sharp focus in Songwe…

By The Respondents ReporterPresident Samia Suluhu Hassan has reaffirmed the Government’s commitment to expanding domestic and international markets for agricultural, livestock and fisheries products, as Tanzania seeks to improve producers’ access to reliable markets and raise productivity.President Samia made the rema…

By The Respondents ReporterTanzania has reaffirmed its commitment to working closely with Africa50 and other shareholders to accelerate infrastructure development across the continent, underscoring the importance of strategic investments in supporting economic growth and regional integration.Speaking at the closing of…

By The Respondents Reporter, Dar es SalaamAfrican countries need to deepen domestic capital markets, strengthen regional cooperation and adopt innovative financing models to close the continent’s infrastructure financing gap, Stanbic Bank Tanzania has said.The call was made during the two-day Africa50 Annual General S…

By The Respondents ReporterThe Ngorongoro Conservation Area has emerged as Tanzania’s most visited tourist attraction in 2025, receiving 859,933 visitors and cementing its position as one of the country’s leading tourism assets.The latest figures from the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) show that Ngorongoro attrac…

By The Respondents ReporterSongea. Sixty young people have graduated from a vocational training programme in Ruvuma Region designed to enhance employability while promoting peace, patriotism and social responsibility among Tanzania’s youth.The graduates were beneficiaries of a vocational skills training programme impl…

By Victoria GodfreyFormer Taifa Stars goalkeeper Steven Nemes believes Simba Day and Yanga Day will offer the clearest early indication of how the two giants have shaped their squads ahead of the Community Shield clash in Zanzibar on August 12.The annual fan events come at a crucial stage of preparations for the 2026/…

By Our ReporterWomen’s participation in rugby is gaining momentum in Tanzania, with the Tanzania Rugby Union (TRU) describing the growing number of female players and teams in the SportPesaDar Rugby Sevens Circuit 2026 as a major milestone for the sport.TRU president Jacob Jonas said the tournament had demonstrated gr…

By Our Reportee, Masasi, Mtwara.Telecommunications company Yas Tanzania has launched a new 5G tower in Masasi District, a move expected to enhance internet connectivity, expand access to digital services and support business growth in Tanzania’s southern region.The investment forms part of the company’s ongoing networ…

Rashal Energies Limited, led by CEO Farhiya Warsame, is building a 22-kilometre natural gas pipeline entirely with Tanzanian capital, engineers and labour, a project set to connect more than ten industries, power the DART hub in Mbagala, and anchor a citywide network of CNG stations that will reshape transport and cle…

By The Respondents ReporterNational Bank of Commerce (NBC) has stepped up its support for Tanzania’s clean cooking agenda after participating in a photography auction in Kizimkazi, Zanzibar, an initiative that also sought to promote environmental conservation, tourism and youth creativity.The bank, led by its Chief Ex…

By The Respondents ReporterThe government has stepped up efforts to tackle vitamin and mineral deficiencies through food fortification, with the Ministry of Health introducing new guidelines to strengthen compliance among food processors.The Ministry has developed the 2026 National Guidelines for the Implementation of…

By Victoria GodfreyDefending NBC Premier League champions Young Africans (Yanga) will begin their title defence on the road tomorrow when they face Namungo at Majaliwa Stadium in Lindi.Yanga head into the opening fixture with confidence after lifting the Community Shield following their victory over arch-rivals Simba …

By The Respondents ReporterThe Deputy Permanent Secretary in the Prime Minister’s Office responsible for Regional Administration and Local Government (PO-RALG), Mr Sospeter Mtwale, has urged the Tanzania Rural and Urban Roads Agency (TARURA) to sustain efforts to improve road infrastructure, saying better roads are cr…

By Our ReporterAt least 150 Tanzanian students who excelled in science subjects in the Form Six examinations are set to receive scholarships to study in Algeria under a new education cooperation arrangement between the two countries.Education, Science and Technology Minister Adolf Mkenda said on Thursday that the Alge…

By Our Reporter, ZanzibarThe Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) has started the 2026/27 financial year on a strong footing, collecting TZS 3.245 trillion in July, exceeding its monthly target by TZS 274 billion.Finance Minister Khamis Mussa Omar praised the authority’s performance, saying the results had strengthened co…
By The Respondents ReporterFifteen children diagnosed with hearing difficulties during a specialist medical camp in Arusha have received hearing-support devices worth more than TZS37 million.The devices were handed over on Wednesday, September 9, 2026, by Deputy Health Minister Dr Florence Samizi on behalf of Health M…

By The Respondents Reporter Dar es Salaam Regional Commissioner Albert Chalamila has directed operators of Inland Container Depots (ICDs) to invest in adequate truck parking facilities within their premises, warning that roadside parking by cargo trucks is a major contributor to chronic traffic congestion in the city.…

By The Respondents ReporterThe Kizimkazi Festival and Trade Exhibition 2026 has officially opened in Zanzibar, providing a platform for promoting tourism, trade, culture and investment opportunities across Tanzania.The festival was officially launched on Wednesday, August 12, 2026, by Zanzibar President and Chairman o…

By The Respondents ReporterThe government is reviewing and strengthening the training of health professionals as part of efforts to address changing healthcare needs and improve the quality of services available to Tanzanians.Health Minister Mohamed Omary Mchengerwa said the reforms were intended to ensure graduates e…

By The Respondents ReporterThe Ngorongoro Conservation Area Authority (NCAA), in partnership with the Higher Education Students’ Loans Board (HESLB), has launched a special scholarship programme aimed at increasing access to higher education for students from communities living within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area.…

By Our ReporterNMB Bank has used the Kizimkazi Festival 2026 to bring financial services, business information and financial education closer to citizens, particularly entrepreneurs and small business owners in Zanzibar.The bank was among the sponsors of the festival, which concluded on August 14 in South Unguja, usin…

By Victoria GodfreyYanga SC have officially unveiled Burkina Faso international Stephane Aziz Ki, marking the return of one of the club’s most familiar and influential attacking players ahead of the new season.The unveiling was held on Saturday, August 15, 2026, at KMC Stadium in Dar es Salaam, where thousands of Yang…

By The Respondents ReporterThe government has renewed its call for Tanzanians to make regular exercise, healthy diets and disease prevention part of their daily lives as the country steps up efforts to tackle non-communicable diseases.Deputy Minister for Health Dr Florence Samizi and the ministry’s Permanent Secretary…
By The Respondents ReporterTanzania’s push to digitise primary healthcare will only deliver better services if government institutions connect their systems and involve the right experts in making key decisions, a senior government official has said.The Director of Information and Communication Technology (ICT) at the…

By Our Reporter, Dar es SalaamThe Bank of Tanzania (BoT) has announced the reopening of a 15-year Treasury bond with a fixed annual coupon rate of 12.25 percent, offering investors a long-term avenue to earn returns from government securities.The bond, identified as Treasury Bond No. 696, Auction No. 2, will be auctio…
By The Respondents ReporterTraders and investors in Mtwara have been urged to use local government leaders and authorities to resolve business challenges before taking unresolved matters to senior government officials.Mtwara Regional Administrative Secretary Bahati Geuzye made the call on Wednesday, September 9, 2026,…

By Our Reporter The National Judo Association (JATA)says it plans to honor local Judoka Andrew Mlungu for his outstanding performance at the recent Glasgow ,Commonwealth Games. At the Commonwealth Games,Mlungu made history by becoming the first Tanzanian Judoka to finish in the top ten in the 81 kg plus category. Yoha…

By Victoria GodfreyDar es Salaam has finalized preparations to host more than 1,200 delegates from across Africa and beyond for the Africa50 General Shareholders’ Meeting and the Africa Infrastructure Forum, set to take place on August 5-6 at the Julius Nyerere International Convention Centre (JNICC).The high-profile …

By The Respondents ReporterResidents of Mbogwe District have welcomed the government’s efforts to improve access to clean and safe water after the launch of a TZS 2.5 billion water project expected to serve more than 21,000 people in six villages.The project, commissioned by Minister for Minerals Anthony Mavunde durin…

By The Respondents ReporterThe government will continue investing in education infrastructure, teachers and learning materials as part of efforts to improve the quality of education and equip young people with skills for employment and self-reliance, Vice President Emmanuel Nchimbi has said.Dr Nchimbi made the remarks…

By Our ReporterTanzania and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) are set to deepen economic and diplomatic cooperation as President Félix Antoine Tshisekedi Tshilombo begins a two-day state visit to Tanzania on August 17, 2026.President Tshisekedi is visiting at the invitation of President Samia Suluhu Hassan, with …

By Victoria GodfreyFountain Gate FC head into their next league assignment against Namungo FC with renewed confidence after securing a 1-0 victory over Mashujaa FC.The result has provided a timely morale boost for the newly determined side as it seeks to build momentum and collect more points in the ongoing season.Fou…

By Victoria GodfreySimba SC head coach has challenged his players to maintain their winning momentum when they face Pamba Jiji tomorrow, warning that the NBC Premier League encounter will require maximum concentration and commitment.Simba will be looking to secure a second consecutive victory after opening their campa…

By Angela Batuli, Bukoba The Uhuru Torch is expected to launch, inaugurate, inspect and lay foundation stones for 54 development projects worth Sh23 billion in Kagera Region this year.Speaking to journalists on August 26, 2026, Kagera Regional Commissioner Colonel Yahya Kido said the Uhuru Torch will arrive in Muleba …

By The Respondents ReporterTanzania and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have agreed to deepen economic and security cooperation, placing trade, mining, transport, energy and regional peace at the centre of a renewed strategic partnership.The commitment was reached during the official visit of DRC President Féli…

By The Respondents ReporterThe government is stepping up efforts to accelerate the implementation of road and bridge projects by improving access to financing and exploring new ways of funding major infrastructure investments.Finance Minister Ambassador Khamis Mussa Omar held talks with Works Minister Abdallah Ulega a…

By Dr. Bravious KahyozaPPP EconomistFor more than six decades, the Tengeru Institute of Community Development (TICD) has trained people to work at the intersection of communities, government and development.Established in 1963, the institution has evolved into a higher-learning centre offering programmes from certific…

By The Respondents Reporter, ArushaThe Vocational Education and Training Authority (VETA) has been urged to establish a formal partnership with Hans Paul to equip young Tanzanians with practical automotive skills aligned with the growing demands of the tourism industry.Deputy Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Edu…

By Our Reporter, Dar es SalaamThe National Sports Council (NSC) has clarified that Simba Sports Club is responsible for implementing its amended Constitution, ending speculation over the Government’s role in the club’s internal governance changes.The NSC said yesterday that the Government had completed its part after …

By Victoria GodfreyPolisi Tanzania maintained their strong start to the NBC Premier League campaign with a convincing 2-0 victory over JKT Tanzania at Sheikh Amri Abeid Stadium in Arusha on Thursday.The result gave Polisi Tanzania another valuable three points as they continued to build momentum in the early stages of…

By The Respondents ReporterA total of 2,662 young people have been reached with health education through the Jiongeze 360 Bonanza in Tunduru District, Ruvuma Region, in an initiative aimed at addressing challenges including teenage pregnancy, HIV infections and gender-based violence.Of those reached, 804 youths receiv…

By Our Correspondent, TangaThe Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) has moved to support traders in Tanga whose businesses were destroyed in a fire, promising to engage them on possible tax relief as they work to rebuild their livelihoods.The fire, which broke out on the night of August 14, 2026, along Barabara ya 12 in T…

By Our Reporter, Dar es SalaamThe World Bank has praised Tanzania’s progress in upgrading the Port of Dar es Salaam, saying the improvements are strengthening trade, cutting logistics bottlenecks and enhancing the country’s role as a gateway to regional markets.World Bank Vice President for Eastern and Southern Africa…

By Victoria GodfreyPrime Minister Mwigulu Nchemba has called for an accelerated pace of preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), saying Tanzania must view the continental tournament as a major economic and development opportunity rather than simply a sporting event.Dr Nchemba said hosting AFCON 2027 wo…

By Our ReporterNine traders at Lumumba Market in Mwanza have received TZS1.07 billion in insurance compensation from NMB Bank and Reliance Insurance after a fire destroyed their shops and property on July 3, 2026.The fire affected more than 60 traders, according to Reliance Insurance, but only nine had insured their b…

By Victoria GodfreyTanzania’s Simba Queens will launch their campaign in the CECAFA Women’s Club Championship qualifiers tomorrow, facing Burundi’s Top Girls at Pele Stadium in Kigali, Rwanda.The Tanzanian side enters the competition with a clear ambition of going all the way after completing an intensive build-up tha…

By The Respondents ReporterTanzania’s Ambassador to France and Permanent Representative to UNESCO, Saidi Yakubu, has called for stronger international cooperation to preserve and promote Olduvai Gorge and the Ngorongoro-Lengai UNESCO Global Geopark as key assets in the country’s heritage and tourism sector.Ambassador …

By Victoria GodfreyTanzania champions Simba Queens have made a promising start to their 2026 CAF Women’s Champions League CECAFA Zonal Qualifiers campaign after securing a 2-0 victory over Burundi’s Top Girls Academy.Simba Queens took the initiative early in the encounter and were rewarded when Aisha Mnunka broke the …

By Our Reporter, BukobaThe opening of the Cooperative Bank (Coop Bank) branch in Kagera Region is expected to widen access to affordable financing for farmers, livestock keepers, fishers and cooperative societies as the Government pushes for greater value addition and commercialisation of the productive sectors.Minist…

By Our ReporterSimba head coach Steve Barker has challenged his players to improve their finishing after their 1-0 victory over Coastal Union in the NBC Premier League at Major General Isamuhyo Stadium on Thursday night.The victory gave Simba another important three points, but Barker was far from satisfied with the w…

Coca-Cola Kwanza Ltd General Manager, Mr. David Chait (right), the Company’s Regional Trade Marketing Manager, Ms. Rukia Sakibu (left), and the firm’s Revenue Growth & Trade Marketing Director, Mr. Arthur Kyara (centre), showcase the newly launched Fanta Berry flavour bottles during an introductory event held in Dar e…
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By The Respondents ReporterThe government is expanding emergency medical services across the country in a move aimed at ensuring patients receive timely treatment and improving their chances of survival.The move comes as the Ministry of Health steps up efforts to strengthen the country’s emergency response system, inc…

By The Respondents ReporterPrime Minister Mwigulu Nchemba on Monday arrived in Tanga Region, where he is expected to officiate the climax of the National Education, Skills and Innovation Week.Dr Nchemba arrived at Tanga Regional Airport on August 24, 2026, before heading to the event venue at Usagara Secondary School …

By Our Reporter, DodomaThe government has called for stronger cooperation between the Ministry of Youth Development and the Tanzania Rural and Urban Roads Agency (TARURA) to expand employment opportunities for young people through community-based road maintenance.Minister of State in the President’s Office responsible…

By Our ReporterTanzania’s National Museum could attract more visitors of African descent from across the world following a special visit by the African Diaspora Development Institute (ADDI), highlighting the growing potential of heritage tourism.The delegation, led by ADDI founder and president Ambassador Dr Arikana C…

By Victoria GodfreyYanga head coach Manqoba Mngqithi says the team still has a long way to go before reaching the level of performance he wants, despite their emphatic 4-0 victory over JKT Tanzania.The South African coach said the result was encouraging, particularly because Yanga demonstrated their attacking versatil…

By Our ReporterNMB Bank has been recognised as an East Africa Superbrand for the 2026–2028 cycle after securing the highest consumer endorsement in the banking category.The recognition highlights the confidence the bank has built among customers through consistent service delivery and a customer experience tailored to…

By The Respondents ReporterRoad projects being implemented in Dar es Salaam as part of Tanzania’s preparations to host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) have reached an average completion rate of 50 percent, with the government directing contractors to accelerate work.Minister of State in the Prime Minister’s Off…

By Carlos Claudio, DodomaDodoma Region is targeting more than one million children under the age of 10 in a national oral polio vaccination campaign aimed at strengthening immunity and preventing the spread of poliovirus.The campaign, which starts on August 27, 2026, will target 1,003,461 children across the region’s …

By Our ReporterThe government says it is implementing a range of policy and regulatory measures aimed at creating conditions for commercial banks to offer loans at more affordable interest rates, a move expected to ease the cost of borrowing for businesses and other borrowers.Deputy Minister for Finance Laurent Luswet…
By The Respondents ReporterMore than 600 inmates at Ukonga Main Prison are set to receive specialised heart screening and treatment in a six-day medical camp aimed at taking advanced healthcare services closer to vulnerable groups.The exercise, being conducted by the Jakaya Kikwete Cardiac Institute (JKCI), is part of…

By Our Reporter, ManyaraThe Government has announced a series of measures aimed at transforming Tanzanite mining and trade in Mirerani, with a focus on increasing production, expanding exploration, improving access to capital and strengthening oversight of mining operations.The measures were announced on August 24, 20…

By The Respondents ReporterTanzania is targeting 100 percent registration of households in the Universal Health Insurance programme by the 2028/29 financial year as the government seeks to strengthen domestic financing of healthcare and reduce reliance on external support.Finance Minister Ambassador Khamis Mussa Omar …

By James Kamala, MalinyiThe Doris Mollel Foundation (DMF) in collaboration with Wote Sawa and other community education stakeholders, has conducted an awareness campaign for children and residents of Malinyi District on the importance of the Gender Desk, reporting acts of violence and protecting children’s rights.The …

By The Respondents ReporterThe government has stepped up investment in healthcare infrastructure, staffing and insurance coverage in a drive to bring essential medical services closer to Tanzanians, the Parliament has been told.Deputy Minister for Health Florence Samizi said on Wednesday, September 2, 2026, that the g…

By Our Reporter, MorogoroThe National Sports Council (NSC) is using the fourth edition of the National Cultural Festival in Morogoro to raise public awareness about the role of sports in promoting Tanzania’s culture, developing talent and creating economic opportunities.The NSC pavilion at Jamhuri Grounds has become a…

By Our Correspondent MOROGORO, Tanzania — Tanzania’s Drug Control and Enforcement Authority (DCEA) has destroyed 603 acres of cannabis farms and seized 49 sacks of dried cannabis in a special operation in Mvomero district, Morogoro Region, arresting 13 suspects linked to the cultivation. The operation, conducted in th…

By The Respondent ReporterBank of Tanzania (BoT) Governor Emmanuel Tutuba has held talks with the International Monetary Fund (IMF) Resident Representative, Jana Bricco, as the two institutions seek to deepen cooperation on economic stability and sustainable growth.The meeting, held at the central bank’s headquarters …
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By The Respondents ReporterWorks Minister Abdallah Ulega has ordered a nationwide inspection of roads, bridges and culverts as the government steps up preparations for heavy El Niño rains expected in different parts of the country.The directive is aimed at identifying vulnerable infrastructure early and taking correct…

By Our Reporter, Dar es SalaamTanzania is stepping up preparations for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) with the country’s Local Organising Committee (LOC) focusing on ensuring the tournament delivers lasting economic and social benefits beyond football.The LOC met in Dar es Salaam on Friday, August 28, 2026, to…

By Our Reporter, DodomaThe government is expanding cancer treatment services beyond Dar es Salaam as part of efforts to bring specialised care closer to patients and reduce the congestion at the Ocean Road Cancer Institute (ORCI).Deputy Minister for Health Dr Florence Samizi told Parliament in Dodoma yesterday that th…
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By Our ReporterTanzanian businesses importing goods from China can now make direct payments to Chinese suppliers from their Tanzanian shilling accounts, a development expected to reduce transaction costs and simplify one of the country’s key trade corridors.The payment arrangement, unveiled by Stanbic Bank Tanzania on…

By The Respondents ReporterThe government has called for accelerated research, innovation and investment in traditional medicine as part of efforts to bring scientifically proven remedies into Tanzania’s formal healthcare system.The call was made on Friday by the Executive Director of Muhimbili Orthopaedic Institute (…

By Our ReporterThe Ministry of Finance has called for stronger monitoring and evaluation of government programmes and projects, saying timely and credible performance reports are critical to improving public service delivery and ensuring that development plans achieve their intended results.Monitoring and evaluation o…

By The Respondents ReporterAirtel Tanzania plans to establish a Fursa Lab facility (Smart class) at Magaoni Secondary School in the northern city of Tanga, expanding a digital skills programme aimed at helping young people turn technology and innovation into economic opportunities.The Airtel Fursa Lab facility, announ…

By Jacob Kasiri, ZanzibarTanzania’s national parks have strengthened their standing in the global tourism market after the Tanzania National Parks Authority (TANAPA) won six awards at the 2026 World Travel Awards (WTA).The awards, announced on Friday, August 28, during the WTA Africa Gala Ceremony held at Diamond Bijo…

By The Respondents ReporterYas Tanzania has donated maternity supplies and medical equipment to Kaliua District Hospital as part of its Tumaini Campaign, aimed at supporting maternal and child healthcare services.The donation, made on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, is expected to reduce the financial burden of childbirth…

By The Respondents ReporterTanzania’s world champion Alphonce Felix Simbu narrowly missed out on a podium finish after placing fourth in the Sydney Marathon in Australia yesterday.Simbu clocked 2:04:57 in the August 30 race, finishing just 15 seconds behind winner Addisu Gobena of Ethiopia, who crossed the line in 2:0…

By Our CorrespondentImagine landing in a new country and your internet is already working before you even leave the airport.No hunting for Wi-Fi. No buying a local SIM card. No paying crazy roaming charges.That’s exactly what Kwetu eSIM is bringing to travellers.The new app lets anyone buy travel data before they fly …

By Our Reporter Simba SC continued their impressive start to the NBC Tanzania Premier League season with a 2-0 victory over Geita Gold at Meja Jenerali Isamuhyo Stadium in Dar es Salaam on Monday.The victory was built on goals from influential midfielder Clatous Chama and forward Libasse Gueye, as Simba combined early…

By Our ReporterNgome JWTZ have successfully defended their National Boxing Club Championship title after finishing top of the standings at the 2026 tournament held in Tanga.Ngome claimed six gold medals to edge their traditional rivals MMJKT, who finished runners-up with five gold medals.The victory saw Ngome retain t…

By Our ReporterTanzania and Serbia are looking to unlock new opportunities in trade, investment, tourism, agriculture and the Blue Economy as the two countries seek to deepen their longstanding bilateral relations.The push was highlighted on Monday, August 31, 2026, when Zanzibar President and Chairman of the Revoluti…

By Our ReporterTanzania’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 protect the country’s World Heritage Sites while harnessing their potential to drive tourism and economic growth.Ambassador Yakubu m…

By Our Reporter, Dar es SalaamThe United Nations Children’s Fund (UNICEF) has commended Tanzania for making significant progress in improving child health, nutrition, education and overall well-being, while calling for sustained investment in early childhood development.UNICEF Representative in Tanzania Elke Wisch sai…

By Our ReporterSimba have continued their impressive home form after securing a 2-0 victory over Geita Gold, with head coach Steve Barker praising his players for recording back-to-back home wins without conceding.Speaking in Dar es Salaam after the match, Barker said Simba controlled much of the game through possessi…

By Our Reporter, MwanzaNMB Bank has challenged businesses in Mwanza, Mara and Geita to accelerate their shift to digital payments and modern financial tools, saying technology is increasingly becoming critical to winning new customers and expanding into new markets.The bank said businesses that continue relying heavil…

By Our Correspondent, Dar es SalaamTanzania’s efforts to strengthen specialised cancer care have received a boost after an Omani visitor praised the Ocean Road Cancer Institute (ORCI), saying the quality of services and modern technology he saw compared favourably with facilities in Oman.Mohammed Abdallah Al-Habsy mad…

By The Respondents ReporterThe Tanzania Medicines and Medical Devices Authority (TMDA) has intercepted 20 bags containing unregistered medicines and medical devices worth an estimated Sh310 million at Julius Nyerere International Airport (JNIA), raising fresh concerns over attempts to smuggle unauthorised medical prod…

By Our Reporter, DodomaThe government has tabled a Bill seeking to make it easier for Tanzanians and businesses to access loans by using movable assets as collateral, in a move expected to widen financial inclusion and deepen private sector financing.Finance Minister Ambassador Khamis Mussa Omar presented the Movable …

By Atley Kuni, MbeyaMbeya Regional Commissioner-designate Jumanne Sagini has directed traditional medicine practitioners, manufacturers and sellers to register their facilities, warning that the sector’s growth must be matched by safety, quality and scientific evidence.The directive, delivered on Monday, August 31, 20…

By Our ReporterThe Government has commended the CEO Roundtable of Tanzania (CEOrt) for championing efforts to unlock domestic financial resources and mobilise private-sector capital to accelerate economic growth and support Tanzania’s ambition of becoming a US$1 trillion economy by 2050.Finance Minister, Hon. Amb. Kha…

By The Respondents ReporterTanzania has opened up investment opportunities in the health sector to philanthropists from the United Kingdom, seeking partnerships to strengthen primary healthcare, digital systems, innovation, technology and sustainable financing.The government also wants to see greater participation of …

By The Our ReporterDodoma. Dodoma has strengthened preparations for possible heavy El Niño-related rains, with authorities prioritising high-risk areas, improving rainwater control and tightening sanitation enforcement.In a statement issued on Friday and signed by Francisca F. Mselemu, acting head of the Government Co…

By Mussa Juma, BabatiChem Chem Safari Lodge has retained the title of Africa’s Best Luxury Safari Lodge for the second consecutive year, strengthening Tanzania’s position in the continent’s competitive high-end tourism market.The lodge, located in the Burunge Wildlife Management Area (WMA) in Babati District, Manyara …

By Our Reporter, DodomaThe Vocational Education and Training Authority (VETA) has urged employers and industrial operators to deepen collaboration with vocational training institutions to help bridge Tanzania’s skills gap and improve employment prospects for young people.VETA Director General CPA Anthony Kasore made t…

By The Respondent Reporter, MwanzaThe Weights and Measures Agency (WMA) has said the law governing measurements is designed to protect both traders and consumers, rather than punish businesses.The agency made the clarification on Friday, September 4, 2026, during the eighth day of the 21st East Africa Trade Exhibition…

By Victoria GodfreyThe Confederation of African Football (CAF) inspection team has expressed satisfaction with the state of stadium infrastructure in Arusha as Tanzania steps up preparations to host the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).The CAF delegation conducted an inspection of key football facilities in the city…

By The Respondents ReporterNatural Resources and Tourism Minister Ashatu Kijaji has directed a committee evaluating the proposed establishment of the Lake Natron Wildlife Management Area (WMA) to give local communities a central role in the process.Dr Kijaji said the committee must conduct a thorough assessment, liste…

By Our ReporterVice President Deogratius Ndejembi has called for urgent measures to bring down cement prices, warning that high costs of the key construction material could undermine the government’s efforts to make development more affordable for Tanzanians.Mr Ndejembi, who represented President Samia Suluhu Hassan a…

By The Respondents ReporterTanzania has made significant progress in strengthening its systems to combat money laundering, terrorism financing and the financing of weapons of mass destruction, Finance Minister Ambassador Khamis Mussa Omar has said.Ambassador Omar said the progress had been demonstrated through the cou…

Blaze near Tanzania-Kenya border enters third day as firefighters, conservation officers and local communities battle flames across steep volcanic terrainBy Adam Ihucha, Arusha Firefighters battling a wildfire on Mount Kilimanjaro have contained more than 90 percent of the blaze, Tanzanian authorities said Saturday, a…

By The Respondent ReporterAfrican Union (AU) Special Envoy on Women, Peace and Security, Ambassador Liberata Mulamula, has expressed her condolences to President Samia Suluhu Hassan following the death of her husband, Hafidh Ameir Hassan.Ambassador Mulamula said she received news of Mr Ameir’s death with profound shoc…

By Carlos Claudio, DodomaThe Tanzania Trade Development Authority (TanTrade) has pledged to strengthen support for local producers as part of efforts to improve the quality and competitiveness of Tanzanian goods and services and open up more domestic and international markets.Speaking to journalists in Dodoma yesterda…
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By The Respondents ReporterTanzania and Algeria are seeking to deepen cooperation in pharmaceutical manufacturing, with Tanzania positioning itself to become a regional hub for medicines and medical-device production.The push emerged on Monday, September 7, 2026, when Tanzania’s Ambassador to Algeria, Mobhare Matinyi,…

By Victoria GodfreySimba SC will look to finish the job when they host Malawi’s Mighty Wanderers in the return leg of their Caf Champions League first-round tie at Uhuru Stadium on September 13.The match, scheduled for a 4pm kick-off, comes with Simba holding a slender advantage after securing a 1-0 victory in the fir…

By Victoria GodfreySingida Black Stars (Singida BS) are refusing to rest on their impressive first-leg advantage, insisting they are hungry for another victory when they host Al Ghazala in the CAF Confederation Cup return leg on September 13.Singida BS produced one of the competition’s most emphatic results in the ope…

By The Respondents ReporterThe National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) has been challenged to accelerate the rollout of universal health insurance, with the Government calling for greater innovation, accountability and citizen-focused service delivery to expand access to affordable healthcare.Deputy Minister for Health,…

By Our Correspondent, ChatoTanzania Commercial Bank (TCB) has set aside TZS15 billion in financing for traders, farmers and gold miners in Chato District, Geita Region, as the lender moves to deepen access to credit and support local economic activity.TCB Director of Personal and Small and Medium Enterprise Banking Li…

By The Respondents ReporterThe Medical Association of Tanzania (MAT) has called for calm and due process as police investigate an incident involving specialist physician Dr Conrad Agonza Kahyoza in Dar es Salaam.In a statement issued on Tuesday, September 8, 2026, MAT said it had received reports concerning Dr Agonza,…

By Our Reporter Betting company Sokabet paid out a total of Sh44, 658,787,637 to different winners during August, the company has said.Sokabet Tanzania Assistant Customer Service Manager, Lazaro Mduma, said this during a ceremony to hand over winnings to one of the successful players, R. Likwawa, who won Sh143.1 milli…

By The Respondents ReporterA total of 3,879 Zanzibar residents have received eye screening and treatment, including free cataract surgery, during a seven-day specialised medical camp conducted by Muhimbili National Hospital (MNH) in partnership with the Revolutionary Government of Zanzibar and Qatar Charity.The camp, …

By The Respondents ReporterPrime Minister Mwigulu Nchemba has called on African countries to move away from long-term dependence on foreign aid and build domestic capacity to finance and deliver healthcare, produce medicines and medical equipment, and develop health technologies.Dr Nchemba said Africa's health systems…

By Our CorrespondentAs Tanzania accelerates its transition towards a digital economy, electronic payments are increasingly challenging the traditional dominance of cash.The Government, private sector and development partners are investing in digital infrastructure and promoting technology to transform commerce and fin…
By The Respondents ReporterMore young Tanzanians could gain access to university and vocational training if a fundraising drive targeting Sh200 million through the 2026 Goat Races succeeds.The NMB has joined the event as a first-time sponsor, with the money expected to support 150 young people facing financial barrier…

By The Respondents ReporterTanzania is looking to Asian economic success stories for lessons on how to attract more investment, strengthen public-private partnerships and use tourism to drive wider economic growth.Finance Minister Ambassador Khamis Mussa Omar said countries such as South Korea, Singapore, Malaysia and…

By Our ReporterThe government has ordered an urgent clean-up of roads and drainage systems ahead of El Niño rains expected from October to December, warning authorities to act before heavy rains expose weaknesses in urban infrastructure.The directive puts local authorities under pressure to clear blocked drains, remov…

By Victoria GodfreySimba head coach Steve Barker has warned his players against complacency, saying their CAF Champions League preliminary-round tie against Malawi’s Mighty Wanderers is far from over despite their 1-0 victory in the first leg.Simba secured the narrow advantage in Malawi and will now host Mighty Wander…

By Victoria GodfreyFormer Tanzania footballers have warned Simba and Yanga that they must raise their performance and maintain concentration if they are to survive their respective African club competitions this weekend.Yanga face Botswana’s Gaborone United tomorrow at Azam Complex, Chamazi, knowing that victory is cr…
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By Respondents ReporterTanzania has invited investors to explore opportunities in the health sector, with the government saying predictable policies and a secure investment environment provide a basis for increased private sector participation.Deputy Finance Minister Laurent Luswetula said Tanzania had significant inv…

By Victoria GodfreyYanga have booked their place in the next round of the Caf Champions League after defeating Botswana’s Gaborone United 2-1 in the second leg at Azam Complex, Chamazi, on Saturday.The victory saw the Tanzanian champions progress 3-2 on aggregate, having drawn 1-1 with Gaborone United in the first leg…

By Carlos Claudio, DodomaThe Government is investing TZS63.19 billion to build a new 220kV transmission line linking Mpomvu to Geita Gold Mine (GGM), a project expected to strengthen electricity supply to the mining operation while freeing existing infrastructure to serve communities and other economic activities in G…

By Our Reporter, ZanzibarThe Tanzania Trade Development Authority (TanTrade) has used the Zanzibar Fahari trade fair to promote locally manufactured products and help businesses connect with domestic and international markets.The authority participated in the closing ceremony of the ninth Fahari ya Zanzibar Exhibition…

By Lookman MirajiTanzania Olympic Committee (TOC) president Anthony Mtaka has backed the growth of swimming competitions, saying sport can help keep young people engaged in productive activities while building discipline and confidence.Mr Mtaka said swimming and other sporting activities provide young people with a co…

By Respondents ReporterNatural Resources and Tourism Minister Ashatu Kijaji has demanded faster delivery of development projects in Kondoa, saying residents want tangible services rather than repeated promises from leaders and project managers.Dr Kijaji, who is also the Kondoa MP, said residents were particularly conc…

By Our Reporter, BariadiPrime Minister Mwigulu Nchemba has directed the Ministry of Minerals to review mining licences held for years without development and make unused areas available to young Tanzanians seeking to enter the sector.Dr Nchemba said the Government wants small-scale miners to grow into major investors,…

By Our Reporter, NgorongoroThe Chairperson of the Public Service Commission, retired Judge Hamisa Kalombola, has urged employees of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area Authority (NCAA) to uphold integrity, professionalism and accountability in carrying out their duties.She said adherence to public service ethics was esse…

By Victoria GodfreySimba SC will be looking to complete the job and book their place in the next round of the CAF Champions League when they host Malawi’s Mighty Wanderers at Uhuru Stadium tomorrow.The Tanzanian giants take a 1-0 lead into the second leg after Anicet Oura’s second-half goal secured victory in the firs…

By Our CorrespondentDodoma. Tanzania is tightening oversight of technical assistance agreements in the mining sector, with the Government insisting that Tanzanian holders of primary mining licences must retain a defined share of profits while foreign technical partners operate within strict legal limits.Under the fram…

By Victoria GodfreyYanga head coach Manqoba Mngqithi believes his side’s 1-0 victory over Geita Gold, despite playing for more than an hour with 10 men, has provided valuable lessons as the club prepares for the new season.Yanga secured the narrow win at KMC Complex on Tuesday night after being reduced to 10 players, …

By Victoria GodfreyCAF President Patrice Motsepe has ruled out speculation that the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) could be moved from Tanzania, Kenya and Uganda, saying the three East African countries remain firmly on course to host the continental showpiece.Dr Motsepe gave the assurance yesterday, September 17,…

By Victoria GodfreyTanzania’s national woodball team has travelled to Kenya for the African Woodball Championships, using the continental tournament as a key test ahead of the World Championships in Taiwan later this year.The competition starts today at Mount Kenya University and runs until September 22, bringing toge…

By Our Reporter, Dar es SalaamThe Tanzania Medicines and Medical Devices Authority (TMDA) has raised the alarm over a counterfeit veterinary vaccine circulating on the market, warning livestock keepers and veterinary medicine dealers to check the product carefully before use.The fake product is Temevac NDV Strain I-2,…

By Our Reporter, DodomaStudents in eight schools in Kondoa and Chemba districts are set to benefit from improved learning and boarding conditions after NMB Bank donated equipment worth Sh47.6 million to help address shortages.The donation includes desks, chairs, tables, bunk beds and mattresses, with school authoritie…

By Our ReporterA Tanzanian executive has been appointed to lead one of Africa's leading equipment finance institutions, in a move that underscores the country's growing influence in continental financial leadership.Nicomed Bohay has been named Group Chief Executive Officer (Group CEO) of EFAfrica Group Ltd, a pan-Afri…

By Victoria GodfreyTanzania’s national football team, Taifa Stars, will enter camp tomorrow as preparations intensify for two 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) qualifiers against Guinea-Bissau and Madagascar, as well as an international friendly against Ghana.The team will begin training tomorrow evening at Gymkhana …

By Tatu MohamedA total of 1,168,649 pupils from 20,019 schools across Mainland Tanzania are set to sit the 2026 Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE) tomorrow and Thursday, September 9 and 10, with authorities urging communities to protect the integrity of the national examinations.The National Examinations Counci…

By Our ReporterDistrict authorities and councils across Tanzania have been ordered to clear blocked drains and water channels before El Niño rains expected from October to February cause flooding and damage to homes and infrastructure.Minister of State in the Prime Minister’s Office responsible for Regional Administra…

By The Respondents ReporterTanzania and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have signed a trade facilitation agreement aimed at easing cross-border commerce, expanding exports and opening more investment opportunities between the two countries.The agreement, signed in Dar es Salaam by Tanzania’s Minister for Indust…

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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.