Tanzanian motorists will see lower fuel costs this August, as prices for petrol, diesel, and kerosene fall for the third consecutive month. The Energy and Water Utilities Regulatory Authority (EWURA) announced the new prices, effective Wednesday, August 6, 2025, citing falling global oil prices, a stronger shilling, and reduced shipping premiums. In Dar es Salaam,...
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...
The High Court has ordered full protection measures for civilian witnesses set to testify in the treason case against Tundu Lissu, the Chairman of the opposition party Chadema. In a ruling delivered earlier yesterday by Judge Hussein Mtembwa, the court directed that the identities of the witnesses be kept confidential. They will be allowed to...
Tanzania has inaugurated the East Africa Commercial and Logistics Centre (EACLC) in Ubungo, Dar es Salaam—a $110 million project poised to become a key engine of regional trade and economic development. The facility, spanning over 75,000 square meters, is designed to serve as a major commercial gateway for eight countries that rely on the Dar...
Tanzanian leader and youth advocate Jokate Mwegelo has been appointed to represent the youth of Southern Africa’s Liberation Movement parties, marking a significant milestone in regional political collaboration. Her appointment was announced during a high-level summit attended by dignitaries, senior political figures, and international guests. The event, officiated by African National Congress (ANC) Secretary General...
Trade between Tanzania and the United States has more than doubled in four years, rising from $380.2 million in 2021 to $778.1 million in 2024—a 104.7% increase. Tanzania’s Ambassador to the U.S., Elsie Kanza, attributed the growth to several initiatives, notably the 2023 launch of the Tanzania American Chamber of Commerce (TACC) and a financing...
President Samia Suluhu Hassan will officially launch the Kwala Dry Port on July 31 in the Coast Region, a development hailed by experts as a major boost to Tanzania’s logistics and regional trade. Economists and industry stakeholders say the port will cut haulage costs, ease congestion at the Dar es Salaam Port, and enhance cargo...
Tanzania has emerged as Africa’s top exporter of pulses by volume, shipping 590,399 tonnes in 2024—up from 447,943 tonnes in 2023—and ranking eighth globally. However, it lags behind Egypt in export earnings. Despite exporting less—411,365 tonnes—Egypt earned $491.4 million, over $100 million more than Tanzania’s $376.9 million. The gap is largely due to Egypt’s focus...
Deputy Minister for Information, Culture and Sports, Hamis Mwinjuma, has praised China Railway Construction Engineering Group (CRCEG) for completing the first phase of the Samia Suluhu Hassan Stadium in Arusha 20 days ahead of schedule. During a visit to the site over the weekend, Mwinjuma highlighted the stadium as a symbol of strong Tanzania–China relations....
The government of President Samia Suluhu Hassan has invested nearly TSh 12 billion in the construction and completion of new secondary schools in the regions of Rukwa, Katavi, and Tabora under the Secondary Education Quality Improvement Program (SEQUIP). This initiative reflects the government’s strong commitment to strengthening education infrastructure, expanding access to quality and inclusive...