Tanzania is set to enter a new phase of development as President Samia Suluhu Hassan prepares to officially launch the Tanzania Development Vision 2050 (TDV 2050) on July 17 in Dodoma. Planning Minister Prof. Kitila Mkumbo announced the milestone during a media briefing in Dar es Salaam, confirming the completion of the document themed “The...
President Samia Suluhu Hassan has received the prestigious Power of 100 Women Award, an accolade that celebrates transformative African women leaders, in a brief ceremony held at State House in Dar es Salaam on July 8, 2025. The award was presented by the Chairman of the Board of Directors of Access Bank Tanzania, Mr Protase...
Between July and March of the 2024/2025 financial year, the Dar es Salaam Port has continued to benefit from increased private sector investment, a move that has significantly improved its performance and productivity. The port, a vital economic gateway for Tanzania, has seen marked progress due to this public-private collaboration. According to a statement from...
President Samia Suluhu Hassan, attended the 50th Independence Anniversary celebrations of Comoros yesterday, July 6, 2025. President Samia was invited by the President of Comoros, H.E. Azali Assoumani, to be the Guest of Honour at the ceremony.
Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has been recognized as the top leader in Africa for promoting clean cooking energy. The honor was given by Energy and Water Ministers from eight Southern African Development Community (SADC) member states during a regional meeting in Harare, Zimbabwe, focused on enhancing cooperation in energy and water sectors and advancing...
Tanzania has been ranked the most peaceful country in East Africa, according to the 2025 Global Peace Index (GPI), securing 73rd place out of 163 countries globally. Despite this achievement, the country dropped eight positions from last year’s ranking, reflecting emerging challenges in maintaining domestic stability. East Africa Peace Rankings (2025 GPI): 2. Rwanda –...
Two individuals — Ferdinand Anthony, commonly known as Masembo, who is the Village Executive Officer of Liyobahika, and Hussein Ally, known as Madebe — have been arrested by police in Geita Region on suspicion of beating Enock Thomas Mhangwa to death after accusing him of theft. Geita police have reported that additional suspects are still...
The People’s Liberation Party (CHAUMMA) has officially begun its nomination process for parliamentary and councilor positions ahead of Tanzania’s upcoming General Election, while the presidential race remains pending. Speaking in Dar es Salaam on July 1, 2025, Secretary General Salum Mwalimu announced that all eligible members—and interested citizens—can now apply to contest under the party’s...
Motorists in Tanzania will see a slight drop in fuel prices this month, following new cap prices announced by the Energy and Water Utilities Regulatory Authority (EWURA), effective July 1, 2025. The revision aligns with the newly implemented finance act. In Dar es Salaam, petrol now sells for Sh2,877 per litre (down from Sh2,885), diesel...
Tanzania has secured a major financial boost after the International Monetary Fund (IMF) approved key programme reviews, unlocking new funding worth approximately $448.4 million (about TSh1.17 trillion). In a statement released on Friday, 27 June, the IMF confirmed the completion of its 2025 Article IV Consultation, along with the fifth review under the Extended Credit...