President Samia Suluhu Hassan announced that maternal deaths among mothers have decreased from 530 maternal deaths per 100,000 live births in 2015/2016 to 104 maternal deaths per 100,000 live births in 2022. She made these remarks on October 28, 2028, during the launch of the Maternal and Child Health Research Report and Malaria Indicators in...
Dr. Tulia Ackson Triumpths as IPU President – A resounding victory for African Leadership.
In a watershed moment for African leadership, Dr. Tulia Ackson has clinched victory as the President of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU). This remarkable win not only crowns her distinguished career but stands as a testament to the strength, resilience, and visionary leadership she brings to the global stage. I take pride in noting that I...
DP World: Pioneering the Future of Global Supply Chains with $6 Billion Investment.
DP World, under the leadership of CEO Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, has undergone a remarkable transformation into a comprehensive supply chain player, investing over $6 billion in this strategic evolution. Bin Sulayem discussed this journey during a session titled ‘Trade in a Changing World’ at the 21st Arab Media Forum in Dubai, moderated by Egyptian...
East and Central Africa’s Largest Glass Industry Unveiled in Pwani , a $311 Million Marvel Creating 1,650 Jobs.
Today marks a momentous occasion for Tanzania’s investment sector and industrial development. The persistent efforts to attract investors to the industrial sector have borne fruit, as numerous industrial ventures have flourished within the nation. In the coastal region of Pwani, statistics reveal the presence of at least 1,525 industrial establishments of varying significance. Moreover, as...
Coups in Francophone Africa in past three years – a timeline
There have been eight governments overthrown in Francophone Africa countries in the last three years. A group of former colonies, with a previous reputation for military takeovers, have lapsed once once more in the repeated coups. The addition of Gabon to the list of recidivists will alarm long-term holdouts like Cameroon’s Paul Biya part of...
Tanzania’s exports skyrocket to $12.76bn/- in June 2023, propelled by non-traditional trade and tourist surge.
In a notable economic shift, Tanzania witnessed a surge in its exports of goods and services, with figures reaching $12.76 billion in June 2023—a substantial leap from the $11.004 billion reported during the same timeframe in the previous year. This remarkable expansion can be attributed to the nation’s non-traditional exports, as highlighted in the Bank...
Treasonous Acts Should Not Go Unchecked
The famous English Merriam-Webster dictionary defines treason as the offense of attempting by overt acts to overthrow the government of the state to which the offender owes allegiance or to kill or personally injure the sovereign or the sovereign’s family. Treason is ranked as one of the most serious offenses against a constitutionally established authority...
Noble Helium Limited prepares for helium Gas Extraction in Tanzania’s North Rukwa Project.
Noble Helium Limited is in the final stages of preparations to commence helium gas extraction at the North Rukwa project in Tanzania in the second half of September, as planned, following the rig’s departure from the UK. The Marriot Drillmec HH102 #16, originating from the UK, was loaded onto the MV Bohwa Tsingtao ship, which...
Tanzania International Manufacturers Expo 2023: Uniting Innovators and Pioneers for Economic Growth.
Confederation of Tanzania Industries (CTI) and the Tanzania Trade Development Authority (TanTrade) have joined hands to announce the inaugural Tanzania International Manufacturers Expo 2023. The expo is scheduled to take place from October 4th to 6th, 2023, at the Diamond Jubilee Hall in Dar es Salaam. The event aims to bring together key players from...
China Steps In to Finance East African Crude Oil Pipeline Amid Lender Withdrawals
China is reportedly taking over financing the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) project as major lenders withdraw due to pressure from climate activists to abandon the project. The project, which involves the construction of a 1,443 km crude pipeline from western Uganda to the Indian Ocean coast of Tanzania, has faced delays due to...