Join Africa Urban Lab Professional Diploma in Urban Development Cohort 2026-27 The third Professional Diploma cohort offers a place to build those skills, put them into practice through applied learning and join a continent-wide community committed to more productive...
Investments in higher education remain a priority of the Tanzanian Government and serve as the foundation for building a competitive economy The leaders also asked the government to continue building dormitories, as many students now live off-campus.
What Tanzania can learn from Kenya's decision to protect mobile money from VAT Kenya's decision was grounded in two decades of evidence. Mobile money penetration has reached 157.7 per cent, with over 84.1 million active subscriptions. Formal financial access, which stood at...
Rethinking the state’s price control role amid liberalisation – 1 Whenever the price of coffee falls, farmers expect government to intervene. When fuel prices rise, motorists demand action. When bus fares increase, passengers look to regulators for protection.
What GGML's commitment to compliance reflects about mining's role in Tanzania's future On 1 July 2026, Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) presented Geita Gold Mining Limited (GGML) with two awards at its Presidential Taxpayer Awards ceremony in Dar es Salaam: the Overall Most...
Building accountability and sustainability in Longido’s water systems “Tumtue mama ndoo kichwani”, “Relieve a woman of the burden of carrying a water bucket on her head”, is a national call to action in Tanzania. In Longido District, Arusha Region, it reflects...
How Choplife Gaming is leading the way in tax compliance For Choplife Gaming Tanzania, the prestigious award represents years of commitment to doing business responsibly while supporting the country's growth through consistent tax compliance.
Where do participants of top programmes live – with a host family, in an apartment, a hostel, or on a farm? Work and Travel remains one of the most popular programmes for students. It is chosen for the chance to spend summer in the US, earn money, improve English, and explore the country. But work is...
How Gardeners Can Showcase Seasonal Transformations There is no such thing as 'the perfect garden,' as it changes from one season to the next when different colored flowers bloom, trees change leaf color, food is harvested, and lawns and...
How Crypto Exchanges Like BYDFi Are Reshaping Financial Inclusion in Africa in 2026 In 2026, BYDFi introduced TradFi trading — USDT-settled synthetic exposure to stock price movements (AAPL, AMZN, TSLA, MSFT, AMD, COIN), forex pairs, and commodities like Gold (XAUUSD), all with...
Watu Credit (Tanzania) celebrates five years of financial inclusion, unlocking more than Sh 700 bilioni nationwide Watu Credit (Tanzania) Limited has marked five years of operations in Tanzania, reaching more than one million customers and expanding its footprint to all 26 regions of the country.
Hanlink Mobility Tanzania: A regional powerhouse drives into the heart of Dar es Salaam Dar es Salaam’s industrial landscape entered a new chapter on June 26, 2026, as Hanlink Mobility Tanzania officially launched its operations, bringing one of East Africa’s fastest-growing...
Why standards are no longer a compliance exercise and what Tanzania’s horticulture farmers are proving Trade has always operated within rules. For much of the twentieth century, those rules centred on tariffs. As tariffs have fallen through successive WTO negotiations, a different set of barriers...
Morogoro Polytechnic College: A new dawn for technical excellence with KOICA support The “PMC Services for the Establishment of Morogoro Polytechnic College and Improvement of Technical Education and Training in Tanzania” is an Official Development Assistance (ODA) project...
A mother became the main investor in her daughter's future We regularly see stories about the participants of Alabuga Start. Girls from Africa, Asia, and Latin America talk about work, adaptation in Russia, the language barrier, the weather, and also...
Powering progress and improving lives: The remarkable journey of Davis & Shirtliff Tanzania In the landscape of East Africa’s industrial and social development, few names carry as much weight and history as Davis & Shirtliff.
Nurturing attention, memory and confidence among children in Tanga Sixteen kilometres from Tanga Town, beyond the limestone caves of Amboni and along a stretch of road that narrows into Konazedi village, four-year-old Aisha begins her day.
A decade of light and clean air: How EnDev transformed millions through clean energy For over a decade, a quiet but powerful revolution has been sweeping through rural and peri-urban Tanzania.
Tumaini Plan: A lifeline for Tanzanians navigating economic uncertainty As Tanzania navigates its journey toward the National Development Vision 2025, the intersection of economic growth and social protection has never been more critical.
Tanzania launches landmark seed sector development strategy and investment plan The Government of Tanzania has officially launched the Tanzania Seed Sector Development Strategy and the Investment Plan, establishing a national roadmap for transforming the country’s seed...
d.light’s strategic role in creating jobs, transforming lives and driving Tanzania’s clean energy agenda For decades, the flicker of a kerosene lamp was the only source of light for millions of households across rural Tanzania. While it provided a dim glow, it came with a heavy price: toxic fumes...
TEAGTL sets new record with highest-ever monthly container throughput at Dar es Salaam port Tanzania East Africa Gateway Terminal Limited (TEAGTL) is proud to announce a historic milestone, having handled 85,243 TEUs in May 2026, the highest monthly container throughput ever achieved in...
The 80th Anniversary of the Italian Republic (2 June 1946 – 2 June 2026) This anniversary is an opportunity to reflect on what we have achieved since 2 June 2025 and to reflect on future priorities in our bilateral relations. Amongst many, I wish to highlight some of...
The clean cooking revolution: How innovative finance redefines Tanzania’s energy future In the heart of many Tanzanian households, a silent crisis is simmering.
The power of partnership: Boosting local business and security through community-led mining initiatives The relationship between the Barrick North Mara gold mine and the communities surrounding its operations in Tarime District, Mara Region, is undergoing a significant transformation. This...
CRDB Insurance shines at ATI Bima awards Total assets grew from Sh19.2 billion to Sh44.6 billion, an increase of 132 percent, while shareholders’ funds rose from Sh5.9 billion to Sh10.3 billion, representing 75 percent growth.
CRDB Bank shareholders content with Nsekela’s leadership Shareholders of CRDB Bank have expressed their strong desire to see the Group Chief Executive Officer, Dr Abdulmajid Nsekela, continue leading the Bank beyond the conventional 10-year leadership...
Why more African traders are turning to gold and silver in 2026 Trading activity continues to expand across Africa, with more and more participants exploring global financial markets to explore the intricacies of income generation, portfolio diversification...
Uranium giant gains momentum: Mantra Tanzania accelerates Mkuju River project implementation The Mkuju River uranium mining project in southeastern Tanzania is entering a new, decisive phase of development.
Defying stereotypes: African women talk about working in Russia Thousands of Africans who have chosen to live and study in Russia claim to have found something unique here: a society free from systemic racism.
Chess as a Universal Language: How Children from 22 African Countries Found Common Ground at the Chessboard
