By 2050, Tanzania is planning on growing its economy to an impressive U$1 trillion, transforming the nation into one of Africa’s most dynamic growth frontiers. But behind every ambitious projection lies a harder truth – sustainable growth demands systems that deliver. It is not simply about money, but about management, discipline, and governance. At the...
East Africa’s tea industry is showing renewed momentum, with Tanzania recording rising production driven by the reopening of dormant factories, the rehabilitation of estates, and the installation of new processing facilities. According to the Tea Board of Tanzania (TBT), national production rose by more than five per cent in the 2024/25 season to 22,000 tonnes...
The Tanzania-Zambia (TAZA) 400kV power interconnector project has reached 58% completion on the Tanzanian side, marking a major milestone in efforts to strengthen regional energy integration and enhance cross-border power trade. According to the Ministry of Energy, steady progress is being made on the 616 km transmission line and associated substations spanning Iringa, Mbeya, and...
Makunduchi, Unguja – Mgombea Urais wa Jamhuri ya Muungano wa Tanzania kupitia Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM), Dkt. Samia Suluhu Hassan, amewahakikishia Watanzania kuwa vyombo vya ulinzi na usalama vipo imara na vimejipanga kikamilifu kuhakikisha Uchaguzi Mkuu wa Oktoba 29, 2025 unafanyika kwa amani na utulivu. Akizungumza jana Septemba 17, 2025 katika Kijiji cha Kajengwa, Makunduchi...
Mashirika ya ndege yaliyoandikishwa nchini Tanzania yanatarajiwa kurejea tena kwenye safari za Ulaya baada ya kukamilisha masharti yaliyowekwa na Umoja wa Ulaya (EU). Hatua hiyo inakuja kufuatia jitihada mbalimbali zilizochukuliwa na mamlaka za usafiri wa anga nchini, kuhakikisha ndege, wataalamu na mifumo ya usimamizi wa anga inakidhi viwango na taratibu za kimataifa vinavyotakiwa na EU....
President Samia Suluhu Hassan has directed the Ministry of Agriculture and the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries to designate John Malecela Grounds (Nanenane Grounds) in Dodoma as the national headquarters for agricultural extension services. The directive was issued on Friday during the official closing of the Nanenane Exhibition, an annual national event for farmers, livestock...
Tanzania’s President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, who is seeking re-election under the ruling party Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM), is expected to collect her presidential nomination forms tomorrow (August 9, 2025) from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Dodoma. Her running mate, Dr. Emmanuel Nchimbi, will also collect his forms. The announcement follows INEC’s release...
Tanzania’s commercial banks recorded a combined net profit of Sh1.2 trillion in the first half of 2025, marking a 9% increase from Sh1.09 trillion posted during the same period in 2024, according to an analysis by The Citizen. The strong performance was driven by robust growth in both interest-based and non-interest income, reflecting sustained momentum...
Tanzania’s transition toward a greener and more sustainable public transport system is gaining momentum, with the Dar Rapid Transit Agency (Dart) announcing that Phase 4 of the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project will be exclusively served by electric buses. A total of 390 electric buses will operate along the Phase 4 corridor once construction is...
Tanzania has secured a major breakthrough in agricultural trade, with 16 local companies officially registered by the General Administration of Customs of China (GACC) and approved to export avocados to the Chinese market. The achievement reflects the success of President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s diplomatic efforts and her strong focus on creating international market access for...