A growing debate over the direction of Tanzania’s opposition has placed Chadema, the country’s largest opposition party, at the centre of an increasingly fragmented political landscape. In recent months, political stakeholders have raised concerns that opposition parties appear more focused on contesting each other than challenging the ruling establishment. At the heart of the debate...
Tanzania has recorded a milestone in its healthcare sector after producing its first specialist in paediatric digestive system diseases, according to local media reports. Dr Livin Mumburi has become the country’s first expert focused on disorders affecting the digestive system in children, a field that has long faced a shortage of specialised professionals. Health experts...
Tanzanian scientists are increasingly turning to gene-based technologies in the fight against malaria, signalling a shift towards more advanced, home-grown solutions to one of the country’s most persistent public health challenges. The approach centres on what researchers describe as gene-drive technology—a method that allows specific genetic traits to spread rapidly through mosquito populations. The goal...
When Alphonce Simbu surged to a second-place finish at the Boston Marathon, the result spoke of an athlete at the peak of his powers. His national record time of 2:02:47 was not just fast—it was historic, setting a new benchmark for Tanzanian distance running. But Boston was not an isolated moment of brilliance. It was...
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...
Dar es Salaam. The National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) says it is institutionally and financially prepared to roll out the Universal Health Insurance (UHI) nationwide from January 2026, marking a major step towards Tanzania’s long-standing goal of health coverage for all citizens. The rollout will mark the practical implementation of the Universal Health Insurance Act of...
Dar es Salaam. Tanzania’s agribusiness sector is entering a transformative phase as exporters move strategically into one of the world’s largest consumer markets—China. From cashew processors in Mtwara and avocado growers in the Southern Highlands to seaweed farmers along the coast, producers are increasingly tailoring their goods for Chinese buyers whose appetite for African agricultural...
Ripoti ya Glass House Brand Trust 2025, imeonyesha kuwa Tanzania imezishinda nchi zote za Afrika Mashariki na kuwa chaguo kuu kwa Wakenya wanaotaka kuhamia nchi jirani. Utafiti huo, uliotathmini kiwango cha imani kati ya watumiaji Wakenya na taasisi mbalimbali, umeonyesha kuwa asilimia 35.25% ya waliichagua Tanzania kuliko mataifa mengine ya Afrika Mashariki, wakitaja utulivu, gharama...
According to the latest findings from the Glass House Brand Trust Report 2025, Tanzania has surpassed all its East African counterparts to become the most preferred destination for Kenyans looking to relocate. The survey, which explored the trust dynamics between Kenyan consumers and organizations, revealed that 35.25% of respondents chose Tanzania over other East African...
US President Donald Trump has suggested that some television networks should have their licences revoked, following a controversy over coverage of a recent political killing in Utah. Trump, speaking aboard Air Force One, criticized networks as overwhelmingly negative toward him—“97% against me”—and said their licences “should be taken away” for perceived bias. The Federal Communications...