Tanzania is making steady progress in expanding access to clean cooking energy, with adoption rising to 23.4 percent, up from just 6.9 percent in 2021. This growth reflects intensified national efforts to shift households away from traditional fuels like firewood and charcoal. The government has set an ambitious target to ensure that at least...
Tanzania’s tourism sector is expected to receive a major boost as the country prepares to host the 153rd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union in October 2026. The high-profile event will take place in Arusha and is set to attract global attention. The assembly is expected to bring together more than 2,000 delegates from 183...
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...
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...
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...
Tanzania has secured $550 million (about TZS 1.4 trillion) from the World Bank to fund key development programmes focused on education and social protection. The funding reinforces the country’s ongoing partnership with the global financial institution. Out of the total package, $300 million will go toward education, particularly targeting youth skills development to better prepare...
Tanzania’s natural gas sector is gaining fresh momentum following a new discovery at the Mnazi Bay field, reinforcing the country’s long-term strategy to expand domestic energy production and reduce reliance on imports. The development, led by Maurel & Prom, highlights continued investment in the Mnazi Bay block—one of Tanzania’s most important gas-producing areas. The field...
Tanzania’s anti-narcotics authorities have confiscated nearly two tonnes of illegal drugs following a series of coordinated operations carried out across the country in March. The crackdown also led to the destruction of cannabis farms and the arrest of dozens of suspects, highlighting intensified efforts to combat drug trafficking. According to the Drug Control and Enforcement...
AI app builders are rapidly changing how software is created, allowing users to build fully functional applications without writing code. By simply describing what they want, users can generate apps with built-in features, reducing the need for traditional development skills. These tools are designed to simplify the entire process—from design to deployment—making app creation faster...
Members of Parliament in Tanzania are calling for significant changes to the country’s lending systems, citing growing concerns over limited access to affordable credit for citizens and businesses. The legislators argue that current loan conditions are too restrictive, leaving many people—especially youth and small entrepreneurs—unable to secure financing needed for economic activities. During discussions, MPs...