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Like in Construction Projects, Let’s Also “plan strategies” to Grow God’s Kingdom: Catholic Bishop in Tanzania
“What strategies are we putting in place to grow the nation of the Almighty God?” he posed, and continued, “You live next to a neighbour who does not pray, what have you done to help them realize that responsibility? They aren’t baptized and...

Tanzania forges stronger university-industry ties
Dar es Salaam. Tanzania is witnessing a growing wave of momentum in linking academia and industry, as universities, government, and private sector players intensify efforts to bridge the long-standing gap between graduates’ skills and the needs of...

Tanzania’s push for clean energy hinges on $1 billion LPG investment
Dar es Salaam. Tanzania requires more than $1 billion over the next decade to fully exploit its Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG) potential and accelerate the country’s transition to clean energy, stakeholders in the business and finance sectors have...

Olukoyede And The New EFCC, By Reuben Abati
Last Friday, July 18, the incumbent Chairman of the Economic and Financial Crimes Commission (EFCC), Ola Olukoyede was in Lagos to hold a sensitization programme on Naira Abuse, at the Colonades Hotel, Ikoyi, Lagos. What was reported in most...
Tanzania cherishes Global Fund’s support against malaria, TB, HIV
DODOMA: THE Global Fund has pledged its continuous support to Tanzania saying it will provide financial resources for the procurement of medicines and enhancement of health services delivery in the country. The aid is aimed at strengthening the...

Over $3 million awarded to U of L research projects
“From brain plasticity and the mechanism of low-dose radiation to supporting newcomers through mentoring, these grants illustrate the diversity of research being done at the University of Lethbridge,” says McMartin. “This funding not only helps...

Tanzania’s election commission names returning officers amid concerns
Dar es Salaam. The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has released a list of returning officers and assistant returning officers for all 184 local government authorities, as part of the implementation of the 2024 Presidential,...

Perseus uncovers promising high-grade gold intercepts at Nyanzaga project
Perseus Mining has uncovered promising high-grade gold intercepts at its Nyanzaga project in Tanzania, suggesting significant potential to extend the mine’s operational lifespan beyond the initially planned 11 years. The ongoing exploration...

Kombos meets Tanzanian foreign minister on EU’s behalf
Foreign Minister Constantinos Kombos on Wednesday held a meeting with Tanzanian Foreign Minister Mahmoud Thabit Kombo. Kombos attended the meeting on behalf of the European Union’s foreign affairs chief Kaja Kallas, with Cyprus’ foreign ministry...

A Look at Tanzania’s eGovernment Model
The Minister for Communication and Information Technology, Jerry Silaa (center), in a group photo with leaders from the Ministry and officials from the e-Government Authority (e-GA), shortly after receiving the eMrejesho award following the...

Standard Bank Hosts Key Conference on Unlocking Africa’s Economic Potential Amid Trade Challenges
Standard Bank’s Business and Commercial Banking division is set to host a pivotal two-day conference on July 10–11, focusing on unlocking Africa’s economic potential. The event comes at a critical juncture, as rising global trade...
Tanzania strikes gold in mining infrastructure, energy sectors
DODOMA: MINING, infrastructure, energy, and livestock have been noted as the top-performing areas in Tanzania under the four-year presidency of Samia Suluhu Hassan. The notable growth in the four sectors is evidenced by increased revenue, improved...
Path to upper-middle economy
DAR ES SALAAM: A NEW era is beckoning for Tanzania as President Samia Suluhu Hassan is set to officially launch the Tanzania Development Vision 2050 (TDV 2050) in the capital city, Dodoma, on July 17th this year. Envisioned to take Tanzania to the...

William Dankyi’s move to Tanzania off after talks collapse
Left back William Dankyi Ntori will no longer be joining Tanzanian Premier League side Tabora United, following a breakdown in final negotiations between both parties. The former Legon Cities and Hearts of Oak defender had been in advanced talks...

PalmPay Named One Of The World’s Top 300 Fintech Companies Of 2025 By CNBC & Statista
PalmPay, a leading neobank and fintech platform focused on emerging markets, has been recognised in CNBC and Statista’s 2025 Top 300 Fintech Companies in the World list. This marks the second year in a row that PalmPay has earned a place among the...

Grassroots power: How members reshape Tanzania’s ruling party
Dar es Salaam. The growing influence of grassroots-level voters who play a decisive role in nominating political candidates, popularily known as wajumbe within the ruling Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM), has gradually but firmly reshaped the party’s...

Mike Sonko splashes dollar bills at Tanzanian friend’s lavish wedding,...
Mike Sonko stunned a star-studded Tanzanian wedding crowd after pulling a surprise move during the gifting session The double wedding dazzled with glitz, glamour, and a guest list full of celebrities from the East African region Social media...

Chiwenga, Mnangagwa late-night send-off explained
A long-observed but rarely explained tradition of Zimbabwe's presidency - the ceremonial send-off and reception of the Head of State at the airport - has come under the spotlight once again, this time with presidential spokesperson George Charamba...

Innovators develop AI platform to combat mental health issues
Dar es Salaam. As mental health concerns grow in Tanzania, a team of innovators from the University of Dodoma (Udom) has developed an artificial intelligence (AI) platform aimed at detecting early signs of mental health issues and guiding users...

PalmPay named one of the world's 2025 Top 300 Fintech Companies
23-07-25 / Tommy Jackson PalmPay named one of the world's 2025 Top 300 Fintech Companies LAGOS, Nigeria - PalmPay, a leading neobank and fintech platform focused on emerging markets, has been recognised in CNBC and Statista's 2025 Top 300 Fintech...