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Iran Conflict
DAR ES SALAAM: THE International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) approval of a 443.8 million US dollars (about 1.17tri/-) disbursement to Tanzania is welcome news, providing additional external financing and reaffirming confidence in the country’s economic reform programme. Coming at a time of heightened geopolitical tensions a…
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Palestine Conflict
CHINA has achieved something remarkable and deserves recognition from any rational and constructive observer of international relations, trade, and investment. Those who witnessed the US president’s state visit to China and heard Chinese President Xi Jinping’s speech will recognise that many developing nations, includ…
Analysis
Ukraine Conflict
DAR ES SALAAM: THE recent article titled “The Moscow Miscalculation: Samia’s Russia Trip Is a Geopolitical Blunder Tanzania Cannot Afford” offers a strongly critical view of President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s historic visit to Russia. It claims that the trip damages Tanzania’s ties with Western countries, hampers diploma…
Sports & Entertainment
FIFA World Cup 2026
DAR ES SALAAM: FOR Tanzania, perhaps, the most important measure of AFCON 2027’s success will be its impact on domestic football. Many countries have successfully hosted major sporting events, only to watch public enthusiasm fade once the tournament ended. Packed stadiums became half-empty again, commercial interest d…
Parliament
Tanzania unveils Sh1.72trn tax shak…
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…
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Tanzania budget 2026/27: Taxes, job…
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 …
Tourism
Tanzania calls for stronger regiona…
SEOUL: MINISTER for Natural Resources and Tourism Dr Ashatu Kijaji has urged Tanzania’s Embassy in South Korea to step up efforts to promote the country’s tourism attractions and expand its share of the growing Asian tourism market. Dr Kijaji made the call during a meeting with Tanzania’s Ambassador to South Korea, No…
Tanzania
Private sector takes driver’s seat:…
TANZANIA: THE story of economic development is often told through statistics—growth rates, investment figures and rising incomes. Yet, the most visible signs of progress are often found elsewhere. They can be seen in a new highway that cuts travel time between regions, a bridge that links previously isolated communiti…
Tax
Tax reforms to boost local investme…
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…
Analysis
Singapore sees Tanzania as a major …
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…
Tanzania
TANESCO yakamilisha miradi ya kuima…
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 …
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Samia to grace top taxpayers at TRA…
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 …
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Tanzania 2026/27 Budget of TZS 62.3…
DAR ES SALAAM: WHEN the Minister for Finance presented the government budget for the 2026/27 financial year, many Tanzanians focused on the figures—how much money would be spent and where it would go. However, behind the numbers lies a bigger story. This budget is a roadmap for transforming Tanzania into a modern digi…
Tanzania
Mama Samia Legal Aid Campaign retur…
DODOMA:THE government is preparing sweeping amendments to more than 1,000 laws as part of efforts to align Tanzania’s legal framework with the implementation of the Tanzania Development Vision 2050 and create a modern legal environment that supports investment, industrialisation and economic transformation. Minister f…
Tanzania
Tanzania, Namibia Seal New Economic…
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 …
Tanzania
Kamanda wa Polisi Tabora SACP Richa…
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…
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Tanzania, Ujerumani wasaini mkataba…
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…
Tanzania
225 institutions brighten the Publi…
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…
Tanzania
CBE equips councils to manage speci…
SHINYANGA: SHINYANGA Regional Commissioner, Ms Mboni Mhita, has requested the Office of the Controller and Auditor General (CAG) to conduct a special audit at Msalala District Council to uncover the root causes of financial management flaws that triggered an unprecedented qualified audit opinion for the 2024/25 financ…
Business
Algerian firms seek partners for tr…
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
Zanzibar strengthens Ebola prepared…
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…
Tanzania
Zambia Rea Team Visits Chamwino to …
SINGIDA: THE Rural Energy Agency (REA) has urged residents of newly electrified rural hamlets to apply for electricity connections and use the service for income-generating activities as the government continues expanding power access across the country. The appeal was made on Wednesday by the Chairman of the Rural En…
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Xi calls for solid measures to mode…
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…
Investment
Tanzania, Indonesia agree to increa…
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…
World
Paris ready for global Kiswahili fo…
PARIS: THE Chairperson of the African Group at the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) and Senegal’s Permanent Delegate to UNESCO, Mr Pierre Faye, has called for greater global efforts to promote Kiswahili as a powerful tool for strengthening unity, cultural identity, peace and de…
Business
PM's office backs disabled entrepre…
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 …
Economy
Tanzania seeks to transform the DIT…
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…
In-Depth
Laying fiscal foundations for Visio…
DAR ES SALAAM: A SWEEPING push to expand irrigation, subsidise farm inputs, attract young people into agribusiness and strengthen food storage systems is set to redefine Tanzania’s agricultural landscape as the country pursues its Vision 2050 development agenda. Under Vision 2050, Tanzania aims to move beyond subsiste…
Tanzania
Tanzania Tourism Minister tasks Tan…
ARUSHA: MINISTER for Natural Resources and Tourism, Dr Ashatu Kijaji, has directed the Tanzania National Parks Authority (TANAPA) to improve roads and bridges in national parks to ensure year-round accessibility as the country prepares to host major international events. Speaking during the swearing-in of the newly ap…
Tanzania
Tarura yaimarisha mpango wa cbrm ku…
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 …
Featured
UN envoy hails Kiswahili’s role in …
ALGERIA: The Kiswahili language continues to strengthen its position as one of Africa’s most influential means of communication, connecting millions of people across borders while gaining increasing recognition on the global stage. For centuries, Kiswahili has played a unique role in bringing together communities from…
Politics
Dr Samia insists on peace, reconcil…
ZANZIBAR: THE ruling party in Zanzibar, CCM, has called on political stakeholders to put national interests ahead of party differences, saying dialogue and reconciliation remain key to maintaining peace, unity and development in Tanzania. CCM Zanzibar Ideology, Publicity and Training Secretary, Khamis Mbeto Khamis, sa…
Sports & Entertainment
Karia pushes Stars to impress at AF…
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 …
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Mwanza City braces for the 21st Wor…
MWANZA: MORE than a sporting spectacle, the 2026 Serengeti Safari Marathon is positioning itself as a transformative development platform aimed at redefining Tanzania’s tourism landscape by connecting the globally renowned Serengeti ecosystem with the vast, yet underutilized, tourism potential of the Lake Victoria bas…
Health
BMH Clinic Treats 28,000 in First Y…
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…
Tourism
Tanzania eyes Russian tourism boom …
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 …
Gas
Powering Tanzania’s future through …
DAR ES SALAAM: THE government has pledged to implement stakeholders ‘ recommendations aimed at accelerating the rollout of Electric Vehicle (EV) charging stations across the country as Tanzania steps up efforts to promote clean transport and reduce carbon emissions. The move is expected to support the transition to el…
Business
Zanzibar Tourist Arrivals Rise 3.1%…
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…
Sports & Entertainment
Yanga's continental ambitions convi…
Steve Barker wants regional success to ignite another trophy-chasing campaign RWANDA: Simba SC have already been handed the chance to lay down a marker ahead of the 2026/27 season. The Tanzanian giants have announced their squad for pre-season training camp with their eyes firmly set on the 2026 CECAFA Kagame Cup in R…
Artificial intelligence
Samia scholarship students urged to…
DAR ES SALAAM: AFRICA must build its own artificial intelligence (AI) systems or risk becoming a consumer of technologies developed elsewhere, Minister for Education, Science and Technology Professor Adolf Mkenda have warned. He said investing in digital infrastructure, research and skills development is critical to e…
Tanzania
China aims to boost consumption, jo…
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…
Oil
Tanzania Sees Modest Relief at the …
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)…
World
India, Japan Sign AI, Defence and E…
Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is concluding a tri-country tour with a visit to New Zealand. On his docket are bilateral talks on trade, commerce and defense. India’s Narendra Modi and Australian Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Friday visited the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG), which is considered iconic by cr…
Tanzania
TAZARA revival targets regional tra…
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…
Business
Digital mobility gains ground as Do…
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. …
Sports & Entertainment
Asas Rally team joins Mkwawa team i…
DAR ES SALAAM: HEADING to Kisarawe Rally this weekend, Mkwawa Rally team driver Samir Shanto has pledged to dedicate his victory to his family, most notably his daughter, Bint Shanto, who tied knots over the weekend. Shanto, who has been actively participating in the motor rally since early 1990s, said in Dar es Salaa…
Health
Public service week brings governme…
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…
Sports & Entertainment
Young chess player Aditya returns h…
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…
Featured
Dar RC instructs Kinondoni District…
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…
In-Depth
How SBL Is Investing in Tanzania's …
DAR ES SALAAM: YOUNG Tanzanians have been encouraged to support the government’s Vision 2050 development agenda by acquiring practical skills that will enhance their contribution to economic growth while addressing unemployment challenges. The call was made during the launch of a special tailoring and fashion skills p…
Science & Technology
Free Health Services Today, Stronge…
DAR ES SALAAM: ARTIFICIAL Intelligence (AI) has once again captured the world’s attention. In recent months, advanced AI systems have demonstrated an impressive ability to solve difficult mathematical problems, generate computer code, assist scientists in proving mathematical theorems and even perform exceptionally we…
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How Xi Jinping's Chinese Dream Stre…
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…
World
Mkumbo: Vision 2050 to accelerate S…
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…
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Hakielimu Launches Safe Learning As…
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…
Featured
Vision 2050: Experts list health ca…
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…
Tanzania
Tanzania holds preparatory talks he…
SALIMA: THE 28th Ministerial Committee Meeting of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Organ on Politics, Defence and Security Cooperation concluded today, July 18, 2026, with member states urged to implement the resolutions adopted to strengthen peace, security and stability across the SADC region. The m…
Sports & Entertainment
TLGU Yazindua Dira ya 2026–2030, Ku…
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…
Tanzania
Investing in rural water is investi…
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 …
Extractive
Govt reinvests mining revenue to bo…
DODOMA: THE country’s mineral testing capacity is expected to improve significantly with the completion of the Geological Survey of Tanzania (GST)’s state-of the-art mineral testing laboratory, which is scheduled to be ready by September next year. The 690-day project, worth 14.3bn/-, aims to improve mineral sample te…
In-Depth
DRC Emerges as Largest Transit Carg…
DAR ES SALAAM: ECONOMIC transformation is often assessed through indicators such as growth rates, export earnings, investment inflows and rising incomes. While these metrics offer an important measure of progress, they tell only part of the story. Sustained economic growth depends not only on what a country produces o…
Health
Tanzania seeks NGOs’ support in imp…
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 …
Sports & Entertainment
MELBET: INTO THE QUARTER-FINALS. Ma…
THE tournament is entering its decisive stage. Spain and Argentina will face off for the trophy, while France and England will battle it out for the consolation prize. Two more matches and two more great football stories. Who will be crowned champions? Who will emerge victorious at the end of the tournament? Read the …
Artificial intelligence
Brazil, Poland back Dar’s push for …
ARUSHA: ARTIFICIAL Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming how people live, learn and work. From healthcare and agriculture to education, banking and manufacturing, AI is reshaping industries and creating new opportunities. While some fear intelligent machines could replace human jobs, technology experts in Tanzania…
Featured
TZ’s hospitals perform heart surger…
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…
Tanzania
Youth to benefit from Dumisha Amani…
GEITA: THE Tanzanian government is shifting its focus from development plans on paper to the delivery of tangible projects, as it accelerates infrastructure investment to improve livelihoods and stimulate economic growth, Minerals Minister Anthony Mavunde has said. Speaking during a public rally in Lugunga Village, Mb…
Business
New tobacco technology strengthens …
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…
Diplomacy
Egypt Pledges to Fast-Track Joint S…
DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA and Egypt have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening their strategic partnership, with renewed focus on advancing the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA), the African Union’s Agenda 2063 and efforts to build a peaceful, united and prosperous Africa. Deputy Minister for Foreign A…
Business
Building African Financial Markets …
DAR ES SALAAM: BANKING and industrial stocks are poised to lead the next phase of gains on the Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange (DSE), as abundant liquidity, easing bond yields and rising investor confidence reinforce demand for equities despite continued foreign selling. Market analysts say improving corporate earnings, …
Tourism
Tanzania, Japan affirm cooperation …
BUSAN: THE Tanzanian government has outlined a series of measures it is implementing, in collaboration with UNESCO, the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), the International Council on Monuments and Sites (ICOMOS) and other international partners, to ensure the Ngorongoro Conservation Area retains i…
Business
How the Tanzanian finance minister’…
LONDON: TANZANIA and global financial giant Citibank have renewed discussions on expanding access to international capital markets, financing strategic infrastructure projects and attracting private sector investment as the country accelerates implementation of its long-term development agenda. The discussions were he…
Sports & Entertainment
Twiga Stars put finishing touches o…
MOROCCO:TANZANIA Women’s national team head coach, Bakari Shime, says a victory over South Africa in today’s opening match of the 2026 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) would provide the confidence and momentum needed for Twiga Stars to enjoy a successful tournament. Speaking ahead of the encounter, Shime acknowl…
Tanzania
Detained Udom lecturer Kaijage gran…
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…
Tanzania
President dr. mwinyi: zanzibar and …
ZANZIBAR: ZANZIBAR President Dr Hussein Mwinyi on Friday swore in newly appointed High Court judges and the Chairperson of the Public Leaders’ Ethics Commission, who vowed to uphold justice, integrity and accountability in serving the public. The officials made the commitment shortly after taking their oaths at a cere…
Health
Govt targets irrigation, markets to…
ARUSHA: AGRICULTURE Minister Daniel Chongolo has pledged to spearhead efforts to secure an X-ray machine for Lowassa Sepeko Health Centre in Monduli District, saying the equipment will strengthen emergency medical services for residents, travellers and tourists using the Arusha–Dodoma highway. The highway also serves …
Editorials
Mixx powers cashless payments for Z…
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…
Tanzania
Govt Backs Arbitration to Drive Vis…
KIBAHA: THE government has challenged Chief Executive Officers (CEOs) of public entities to ensure the ambitions of the National Development Vision 2050 are translated into measurable results that improve citizens’ lives and strengthen Tanzania’s economy. Minister of State in the President’s Office (Public Service Man…
Health
Maternal Deaths Fall Sharply in Kon…
DODOMA: MATERNAL deaths in Kongwa and Mpwapwa Districts have fallen significantly following a five-year health initiative that strengthened emergency obstetric and newborn care services, improved health infrastructure and increased access to essential medical supplies. The initiative, implemented with support from the…
Tanzania
Kiswahili Drives Tanzania-Oman Trade
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…
Society
AFCON 2027 offers Tanzania chance t…
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…
Featured
Vice President Nchimbi urges Tanzan…
DAR ES SALAAM: VICE-PRESIDENT Dr Emmanuel Nchimbi has stressed that the envisioned new Constitution should be built on consensus among all stakeholders, centred on people’s lives, human dignity, protect citizens’ rights and support national development. Dr Nchimbi made the remarks in Dar es Salaam yesterday while open…
Tanzania
Climate project targets 30,000 Kasu…
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…
Featured
GCLA urges use of accredited labora…
DAR ES SALAAM: THE Government Chemist Laboratory Authority (GCLA) has stepped up efforts to strengthen compliance with safety regulations in the importation, storage and transportation of hazardous chemicals following 62 sulphur-related accidents recorded between 2024 and 2026. The authority said it was working closel…
Sports & Entertainment
Tanzania to celebrate Global Week o…
DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA has successfully concluded Special Olympics Global Week of Inclusion (GWI) in a fascinating fashion after hosting series of Inclusive Sporting activities in different parts of the country. The last chapter of GWI was officially closed on Saturday, July 25, 2026 at Azam Complex in Dar es Salaam …
Dodoma
Nanenane set to attract investment,…
DODOMA: DODOMA Regional Commissioner, Rosemary Senyamule has directed officials overseeing preparations for this year’s Nanenane Agricultural Exhibition to complete key infrastructure at the John Samuel Malecela Exhibition Grounds in Nzuguni on schedule to ensure the venue is ready to receive exhibitors and visitors. …
Tanzania
Over 20 opposition figures, Udom le…
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…
Economy
Tanzania backs push to boost Africa…
ABIDJAN: TANZANIA has called on African countries to adopt strategies that promote debt sustainability and reduce reliance on external financing, saying stronger domestic resource mobilisation is critical for achieving sustainable economic transformation. The call was made by Deputy Minister for Finance, Eng Mshamu Al…
Health
Invest in medical manufacturing, he…
DAR ES SALAAM: AFRICAN countries have pledged to strengthen regional cooperation in tackling newborn deaths and tuberculosis by sharing proven health innovations and practical implementation experience, rather than relying solely on solutions developed outside the continent. Speaking at the opening of the Regional Sou…
Tanzania
ATCL ordered to act tough on its un…
DAR ES SALAAM: THE Deputy Minister for Transport, David Kihenzile, has directed the Director General of Air Tanzania Company Limited (ATCL) to take disciplinary action against employees who fail to provide quality services to the public. Kihenzile issued the directive while addressing ATCL employees, stressing the imp…
Business
Tanzania Digital Economy
DAR ES SALAAM: Attracting investment remains one of the biggest hurdles facing startups and emerging businesses across Africa. While innovative ideas are abundant, attracting investors increasingly depends on factors that go beyond a promising business concept. Today’s investors look for enterprises with sound governa…
Tanzania
Tanzania Mining
MWANZA: GHANA has outlined the key strategies behind its successful implementation of local content policies in the mining sector, urging African countries to strengthen legislation, promote value addition and deepen stakeholder collaboration to maximise benefits from mineral resources. Speaking at the Fifth Local Con…
Parliament
SGR and Rail Infrastructure
DODOMA: YAPI MERKEZI Company has begun settling a 2.6bn/- levy obligation owed to Nzega District Council, with the first instalment already paid as part of an agreed payment arrangement linked to the construction of the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR). Deputy Minister for Transport David Kihenzile disclosed in the Nation…
Business
Tanzania Inflation
DAR ES SALAAM: THE country fertiliser demand is expected to reach 1.2 million tonnes by mid next year, with regulators moving to strengthen supply chains, build reserves and attract investment into the agricultural inputs market. The Tanzania Fertiliser Regulatory Authority (TFRA) said the country currently has more t…
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Health
African nations pledge to enhance cooperation in tackling newborn deaths, TB
Religion
Tanzania seeks stronger ties with religious bodies in promoting peace, national unity, moral values
Tanzania
ATCL ordered to act tough on its underperforming employees
Health
Tanzania envisions healthier nation in the near-zero sickle cell births
DAR ES SALAAM: JULY, 2026 has been a busy month of a heartfelt campaign to address and eventually eradicate sickle cell anemia, which remains as unseen threat t
Tanzania
Public Schools claim 58 per cent of students benefited from Samia Scholarship
Sports & Entertainment
Shanto dedicates his motor rally legacy to his daughter
Business
Tanzania, City Bank renew talks on expanding access to capital markets for strategic projects
Featured
Dr Samia swears in Dr Latifa, Ms Lwangili, Aisha Dachi in Zanzibar
Society
Tanzania sees its new curriculum as key to global job market
Featured
Tanzania signs 204.7bn/- solar power project to bolster renewable energy generation
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Keir Starmer's Resignation as UK Prime Minister
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Waziri Mkuu wa Uingereza, Keir Starmer, ametangaza kujiuzulu nafasi hiyo na uongozi wa chama tawala cha Labour.
swahilitimes.co.tz ↗Starmer confirmed that he would step aside and oversee a smooth transfer of power, telling the country that Britain needed fresh leadership to restore stability at a moment of rising political strain inside the Labour Party.
dailynews.co.tz ↗Waziri Mkuu wa Uingereza, Keir Starmer ametangaza kujiuzulu wadhifa wake na uongozi wa Chama cha Labour.
mwananchi.co.tz ↗Kuwasili kwa mwanasiasa huyo mahiri, ambaye hadi wiki iliyopita alikuwa Meya wa Greater Manchester, kunajiri saa chache baada ya Keir Starmer kutangaza kujiuzulu rasmi wadhifa wa Waziri Mkuu kutokana na shinikizo kubwa la kisiasa ndani ya Chama cha Labour.
mwananchi.co.tz ↗Kujiuzulu kwa Starmer kunahitimisha safari ya kisiasa iliyokuwa imeanza kwa matumaini makubwa baada ya ushindi wa kihistoria wa Labour katika uchaguzi mkuu wa mwaka 2024.
mwananchi.co.tz ↗Waziri Mkuu wa Uingereza, Keir Starmer, ametangaza kujiuzulu wadhifa huo, akisema anaheshimu mawazo ya chama chake cha Labour, baada ya mpinzani wake kuibuka kidedea Ijumaa iliyopita.
ippmedia.co.tz ↗Starmer anang’oka uwaziri mkuu, zinawadia zama mpya za siasa UK
mwananchi.co.tz ↗
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Vision 2050, which seeks to transform the country into a high-income, industrialled economy valued at 1 trillion US dollars.
dailynews.co.tz ↗Utekelezaji wa DIRA 2050, unaokadiriwa kugharimu takribani dola za Marekani trilioni 1, utategemea kwa kiasi kikubwa uwekezaji wa sekta binafsi unaotarajiwa kuchangia zaidi ya asilimia 70 ya gharama za utekelezaji.
mzalendo.co.tz ↗Tanzania is strengthening its engagement with the African Trade and Investment Development Insurance (ATIDI) to support private sector-led growth, as the country targets a 70% private sector contribution to the economy under its Development Vision 2050.
tanzaniainvest.com ↗Her message comes at a critical time for Tanzania, whose population is projected to grow from about 67 million today to over 120 million by 2050.
thecitizen.co.tz ↗The Tanzanian government has stated that the recommendations contained in the Economic Freedom Audit Report will drive policy reforms, strengthen economic freedom, and significantly contribute to Tanzania’s journey towards a strong and competitive economy by 2050.
dailynews.co.tz ↗Best goal: 'Generate TZS 70 million in revenue, with 8 new clients in Q1–Q2 via content marketing.'
tanzlite.com ↗Lead generation: 90 qualified inquiries per year.
mwananchi.co.tz ↗Retention: 70% repeat business.
bongo5.com ↗Target ARPU of TZS 5 million.
CAC under TZS 300k.
Dk Mwigulu amewataka wakuu wa mikoa kusimamia kikamilifu maandalizi na mapokezi ya wanafunzi wa elimu msingi ya lazima ya miaka 10, watakaojiunga na kidato cha kwanza mwaka 2028 kwa kukamilisha miundombinu na huduma zote muhimu.
Waziri Mkuu Dkt Mwigulu Nchemba ameyabainisha hayo leo Bungeni Dodoma wakati akiwasilisha hotuba ya mapito na mwelekeo wa kazi za Serikali, Makadirio ya mapato na matumizi ya fedha za Ofisi ya Waziri Mkuu na Ofisi ya Bunge kwa mwaka 2026/27 ambapo amesema kuwa utekelezaji wa Dira 2050 unakusudia kuifanya Tanzania kuwa na uchumi wa thamani ya dola za Marekani trilioni moja ifikapo mwaka 2050, huku wastani wa pato la mtu mmoja mmoja ukitarajiwa kufikia dola 7,000 kwa mwaka.
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Tanzania Fuel Prices Surge Over 30% Due to Middle East Conflict
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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.
thechanzo.com ↗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.
mwananchi.co.tz ↗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.
thecitizen.co.tz ↗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.
globalpublishers.co.tz ↗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.
mwananchi.co.tz ↗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.
dailynews.co.tz ↗Kufungwa kwa mlango huu muhimu wa bahari kunasababisha athari kubwa kimataifa, hasa kiuchumi na kiusalama: 1️⃣ Kupanda kwa bei ya mafuta duniani
globalpublishers.co.tz ↗Kufungwa kwake kunasababisha uhaba wa mafuta sokoni. Bei ya mafuta na gesi inapanda haraka, na kuathiri gharama za usafiri, umeme na bidhaa nyingine.
mzalendo.co.tz ↗Kufungwa kunaweza kusababisha mvutano au mapambano kati ya mataifa yenye maslahi ya kiuchumi na kiusalama katika eneo hilo.
mzalendo.co.tz ↗Nchi kama Saudi Arabia, UAE, Kuwait, Qatar na Iraq zinapoteza njia yao kuu ya kuuza mafuta.
bongo5.com ↗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.
Maelezo ya Ziada
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.
mwananchi.co.tz ↗William Lukuvi afariki dunia kwa mshituko wa moyo
dailynews.co.tz ↗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.
habarileo.co.tz ↗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.
mwananchi.co.tz ↗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.
thecitizen.co.tz ↗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.
dailynews.co.tz ↗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.
habarileo.co.tz ↗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.
habarileo.co.tz ↗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.
globalpublishers.co.tz ↗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.
globalpublishers.co.tz ↗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.
mzalendo.co.tz ↗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.
swahilitimes.co.tz ↗Mr Lukuvi’s death brings to three the number of MPs who have died during the 13th Parliament since its inauguration by President Hassan.
mwananchi.co.tz ↗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.
dailynews.co.tz ↗Rais wa Jamhuri ya Muungano wa Tanzania, Samia Suluhu Hassan, amesema taifa limepoteza kiongozi shupavu, mahiri na mzalendo kufuatia kifo cha William Vangimembe Lukuvi.
dailynews.co.tz ↗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.