Former President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete, has held talks with former Malawi President Lazarus Chakwera in Dar es Salaam, aimed at strengthening political reconciliation efforts in the country. Dr. Chakwera is currently in Tanzania on an official assignment as a Special Envoy of the Commonwealth, under the leadership of Secretary-General...
OverviewTraveling in Tanzania can vary widely in cost depending on your travel style, destinations, and activities. The guide outlines typical expenses across accommodation, transport, food, and activities to help travelers plan effectively. Accommodation CostsTanzania offers a wide range of accommodation options: Prices are generally higher in popular destinations like Zanzibar and safari regions. Food and...
Tanzania is moving to strengthen its mining sector by establishing a new mineral processing centre in Shinyanga, aimed at increasing value addition and expanding local participation in the industry. The facility, to be located in Mwakitolyo, is designed to help miners process minerals locally instead of exporting raw materials. This shift is part of...
Tanzania is set to host the Investment Summit 2026 in Arusha from June 3–5, bringing together global investors, financial institutions, and government leaders to drive large-scale investment into the country. The summit is designed as a deal-focused platform, targeting concrete investment commitments rather than just discussions. It aims to secure funding for 8 to...
The government has directed the Ministry of State in the Prime Minister’s Office (TAMISEMI) to urgently engage banks to speed up the issuance of council loans, aiming to unlock financing for small businesses across Tanzania. The directive was issued by National Assembly Speaker Mussa Zungu during a parliamentary session in Dodoma, where he raised...
The Commonwealth Secretary-General’s Special Envoy has concluded an official visit to Tanzania, marking an important step in ongoing efforts to support dialogue, reconciliation, and governance reforms following the 2025 general elections. The envoy, former Malawi President Lazarus Chakwera, engaged with a wide range of stakeholders, including government officials, political leaders, civil society groups, and religious...
A South African court has ruled that billionaire Patrice Motsepe’s investment firm, African Rainbow Capital (ARC), is not liable in a $195 million lawsuit tied to a Tanzanian graphite project. The case was brought by U.S.-based Pula Group, which alleged a breach of a confidentiality agreement. However, the Gauteng High Court found that the agreement...
By Gulatone Masiga Tanzania has marked a major milestone by hosting the second international conference of the World Federation of Neurosurgical Societies (WFNS) at the Julius Nyerere International Convention Centre in Dar es Salaam. This is more than just an event—it reflects growing global confidence in Tanzania’s healthcare capacity, direction, and achievements. Beyond the conference,...
Tanzania is stepping up efforts to attract a larger share of the rapidly growing global outbound tourism market, signaling strong readiness to compete for high-value international travelers. The move reflects a strategic push to diversify tourism sources and strengthen the country’s global appeal. Officials say Tanzania has made significant progress in understanding traveler preferences, allowing...
Tanzania is stepping up efforts to combat rising digital fraud by introducing stricter legislation and regulatory measures aimed at protecting its rapidly growing digital financial ecosystem. Authorities, led by the Bank of Tanzania, are drafting new cybersecurity guidelines that will impose tougher requirements on banks, mobile money operators, and other financial service providers. The goal...