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Tanzania Expands Youth Financing and Public Procurement Access

The Tanzanian government has reaffirmed its commitment to youth economic empowerment, revealing that local government authorities across the country have continued to allocate a portion of their internal revenues to provide loans for special groups, with young people remaining key beneficiaries. Speaking
December 23, 2025

Tanzania Moves to Accelerate Local Drug Manufacturing

 Tanzania is moving to fast-track the growth of its pharmaceutical manufacturing sector, with the government stressing that local drug production is not just another industrial activity but a strategic investment with far-reaching implications for public health, economic stability and the country’s global
December 23, 2025

Zanzibar Authorities Seize Massive Expired Meat Stock

The Zanzibar Food and Drugs Agency (ZFDA) has confiscated over 1,232 kilogrammes of expired meat from a storage facility in Fuoni Ijitimai, Mjini Magharibi, following a routine inspection on Monday, December 22, 2025. Officials said the move is part of ongoing efforts
December 23, 2025

Tanzania Must Reveal Death Toll After Protests

 Former Prime Minister and Vice‑President Judge Joseph Warioba has urged Tanzania to publicly disclose how many people died during the unrest that erupted on 29 October 2025, arguing that without an official death toll it is impossible to judge whether the level
December 23, 2025

Ethiopia Sets Date For Nationwide Plastic Bag Ban

Ethiopia is preparing to take a major step in environmental protection after authorities confirmed that a nationwide ban on plastic bags will take effect on January 31, 2026, following the approval of supporting legislation by Parliament in July 2025. Environmental regulators say
December 23, 2025

Tanzania, Algeria Deepen Economic and Investment Ties

Tanzania and Algeria have agreed to strengthen cooperation across key economic sectors, including energy, investment, tourism, and air transport, in a bid to deepen trade relations and promote shared prosperity. The agreement was reached following talks between Tanzania’s Minister for Foreign Affairs
December 22, 2025

UN Names Barham Salih New Refugee Chief

The United Nations General Assembly has approved the appointment of former Iraqi president Barham Salih as the next head of the UN refugee agency, a decision that carries both symbolic and practical significance at a time of unprecedented global displacement. With the
December 22, 2025

Tanzania and Algeria to Strengthen Economic Cooperation

Tanzania and Algeria have moved to strengthen their diplomatic and economic partnership following high-level talks between their foreign ministers held in Cairo, Egypt. The discussions took place on December 19, 2025, on the sidelines of the Second Africa–Russia Foreign Ministers’ Conference, bringing
December 22, 2025

Government Emphasises Dialogue With Religious Leaders

The government has once again underscored the importance of working hand in hand with religious leaders, describing them as vital partners in promoting justice, peace and national security, while encouraging Tanzanians to remain patient, tolerant and united. The message was delivered by
December 22, 2025
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