In a momentous event, President Samia Suluhu officially unveiled Tanzania’s grand new State House in Dodoma on May 20. This majestic structure dwarfs its predecessor in Dar es Salaam, with a staggering size that is 200 times larger. The sheer scale of the Dodoma State House is awe-inspiring, occupying an expansive land area of 8,473...
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Ukweli kuhusu mgomo wa wafanyabiashara wa Kariakoo
Na Hamza Karama, Kariakoo DSM Kwa ufupi. Wafanyabiashara wakubwa wakwepa kodi tangu enzi za Awamu ya Nne watajwa kuwa chanzo cha mgomo Maamuzi ya Rais Samia ya kutuma timu ya mawaziri Kariakoo yazima mgogoro Kamati ya watu 14 kutoka Serikalini, wafanyabiashara yapewa jukumu la kumaliza mzizi wa fitna IMEBAINIKA kuwa wafanyabiashara wakubwa wanaokwepa kodi za...
Sumitomo Mitsui Joins Standard Chartered in Distancing from Controversial East African Oil Pipeline Project
Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group Inc., a Japanese bank, has stated that it is not providing financing for an oil pipeline project in East Africa, joining the ranks of financial institutions distancing themselves from the controversial venture. During a media briefing on Tuesday, Chief Sustainability Officer Masayuki Takanashi clarified the bank’s position, saying, “We are not...
As Tanzania Partners with Telcos to Build 758 New Telecom Towers, Rural Communities Stand to Benefit from Improved Connectivity and Economic Growth.
Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan has witnessed the signing of agreements that will provide telecommunication services to 8.5 million people who currently have no access to network services. Under the state-run Universal Communications Service Access Fund (UCSAF), five telecommunication companies will partner with the government to build 758 new towers worth Sh265.3 billion in 713...
The truth behind Bernard Membe’s mysterious death finally revealed by Doctor
The personal Doctor of Bernard Membe’s family, Profesa Harun Nyagori, has clarified the cause of the veteran politician’s death, stating that he was not killed but died due to a sudden lung infection that caused blood clotting. According to the doctor, Membe’s death was attributed to an infection of the respiratory system. Profesa Harun Nyagori...
How has Tanzania’s external sector been impacted by global shocks in March 2023?
Tanzania’s foreign currency reserves have decreased from $5.581 billion in March 2022 to $5.012 billion in March 2023. This decline can be attributed to various factors, such as the ongoing war in Ukraine and the effects of the COVID-19 pandemic, which have significantly impacted global commodity prices. In addition, the country’s current account deficit has...
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...
Tanzania’s Coal Exports Skyrocket by +600%, Diamond Exports Triple in Year to March 2023
External Sector Performance The economy’s external sector was still affected by the lingering impacts of previous shocks, such as the Ukraine war and the Covid-19 pandemic, which greatly affected global commodity prices. This resulted in a significant increase in the current account deficit due to high import costs. The balance of payments also showed a...
The Future of Money: Why Understanding Cryptocurrency is Crucial for Youth
Cryptocurrency has become an increasingly popular topic in recent years, particularly among the youth. While some have embraced this new form of digital currency, others remain skeptical or hesitant to engage with it. However, young people must understand cryptocurrency and its potential impact on the economy and society. Firstly, cryptocurrency can potentially revolutionize how we...
Kenyan Pastor Arrested as Investigation into Cult Widens Amid Suspicion of Deaths.
A pastor of a Kenyan church, Ezekiel Odero, has been arrested in Malindi over suspicions of deaths at his church. This comes as police widen their investigations following dozens of deaths linked to a cult leader, Paul Mackenzie Nthenge. The head of the New Life Prayer Centre and Church was arrested for allegations of the...