Construction of the Dodoma Outer Ring Road, commonly known as the Ring Road, has reached over 85% completion, according to the Ministry of Works. Minister of Works, Abdallah Ulega, received the update during an inspection tour of the 112.3 km strategic road project. He expressed satisfaction with the progress and emphasized the government’s goal, under...
Parliament has approved a total of TSh 1.242 trillion for the Ministry of Agriculture for the 2025/2026 financial year. This approval follows the presentation of the ministry’s budget estimates and strategic focus areas by Agriculture Minister Hussein Bashe on May 21. Many MPs praised the ministry’s efforts and urged it to deliver even greater results...
Namibia’s President Dr. Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah has called for balanced efforts in empowering both boys and girls, emphasizing that national development depends on the progress of all citizens. Speaking during a public lecture at the University of Dar es Salaam titled “Inspiring Women to Break Barriers in Leadership Positions: A Personal Experience,” President Nandi-Ndaitwah reflected on...
The Tanzanian government has confirmed it is moving ahead with initial steps to construct a permanent bridge connecting Negero Village in Kilindi District, Tanga Region, aimed at improving infrastructure and boosting the local economy. Responding to a question from Kilindi MP Omar Mohamed Kigua, Deputy Minister in the President’s Office – TAMISEMI, Zainab Katimba, said...
Cashew production in Tanzania has surged by 150.61%, from 210,786 tons in the 2020/2021 season to 528,263.82 tons in the 2024/2025 season. This update was shared by Agriculture Minister Hussein Bashe during his presentation of the Ministry’s 2025/2026 budget estimates in Parliament, Dodoma. The increase follows major reforms initiated by President Samia Suluhu after taking...
Kenya’s Foreign Affairs Minister Musalia Mudavadi has admitted that recent criticism by Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan regarding Kenyans’ conduct may carry some truth. Speaking during an interview with Citizen TV on Tuesday evening, May 20, Mudavadi responded to President Samia’s remarks about a perceived lack of respect and civility among Kenyans, especially in the...
Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has called for stronger economic cooperation between Tanzania and Namibia, noting that despite historic ties, current trade levels remain modest. “Despite the good historical relations between our countries, we have realized that economic cooperation is still limited and needs to be enhanced,” President Samia said during talks with Namibian President....
Tanzania has reached a major infrastructure milestone with the completion of the JP Magufuli Bridge, a 3-kilometer structure now recognized as the longest bridge in East and Central Africa. The bridge, also known as Kigongo–Busisi Bridge, will serve as a key transport artery connecting Tanzania with neighboring countries including Rwanda, Burundi, Uganda, and the Democratic...
The President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Samia Suluhu Hassan, has directed the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Home Affairs, and the country’s security and defense forces to take swift action against individuals misusing digital platforms and technology. She also strongly condemned the growing number of foreign activists attempting to interfere in Tanzania’s...
Special Seats Member of Parliament representing the youth group from Singida Region, Nusrat Hanje, has officially announced her defection from CHADEMA to Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM). Hanje made the announcement on May 18 during a public rally held at the Old Bus Stand grounds in Ikungi town, stating that after serving in Parliament for five...