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...
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...
Tanzania is taking a decisive step to strengthen local participation in its mining sector by reallocating revoked exploration licences to domestic miners and investors. The move follows a government crackdown targeting companies that failed to develop their mining assets. Authorities recently cancelled 40 exploration licences, citing issues such as inactivity, non-compliance with regulations, and failure...
CHAUMMA presidential candidate Salum Mwalimu has expressed strong confidence in the Commission of Inquiry established to investigate unrest linked to Tanzania’s 2025 general elections. He described the commission as a crucial step toward restoring stability and rebuilding trust across the country. Speaking in Dar es Salaam, Mwalimu emphasized that the commission represents all Tanzanians, regardless...
Tanzania and China have jointly commemorated Chinese experts who lost their lives during the construction of the Tanzania-Zambia Railway (TAZARA), marking both remembrance and the enduring partnership between the two nations. The ceremony took place in Dar es Salaam during the Qingming Festival, a traditional Chinese day of honoring the deceased. Leaders and representatives from...
Iran has put the estimated cost of damages from the recent conflict involving the United States and Israel at around $270 billion, according to a government spokesperson. The figure, officials say, is still preliminary and subject to further detailed assessment. Authorities explained that the evaluation will be carried out in stages, starting with the physical...
Tanzania’s energy sector is entering a new phase following a major deal that will see Orca Energy Group exit the Songo Songo gas field, with Taifa Energy and Amber Energy stepping in as new stakeholders. The move signals a shift toward greater local participation in one of the country’s most strategic energy assets. Under the...