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Tanzania’s Trade Policies Hinder Economic Growth

The former British High Commissioner to Tanzania, David Concar, has drawn attention to significant challenges within Tanzania’s trade policy environment that are adversely affecting local manufacturing and the broader economy. Concar, who recently concluded his four-year tenure, has voiced concerns that the

August 17, 2024

Tanzania·Travel

TRC Tightens Ticketing Rules to Prevent Fraud

The Tanzania Railways Corporation (TRC) has introduced new measures aimed at tackling ticketing fraud for its Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) electric-powered trains. Effective immediately, passengers must present their National Identification Card (NIDA) when purchasing tickets. The ID will be scanned at both

August 17, 2024

Bizzare·Tanzania

Three Arrested for Counterfeit Currency Operation in Mara

The Mara Regional Police have arrested three individuals who were found in possession of 857 counterfeit banknotes with a total value of TZS 7 million. The police also confiscated a computer and a machine used for printing the fake money. According to

August 17, 2024

Opportunities·World

Tanzania Reaffirms Regional Leadership in SADC Peace Efforts

The Minister of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation, Hon. Mahmoud Thabit Kombo, emphasized Tanzania’s unwavering commitment to bolstering peace and security within the Southern African Development Community (SADC). The gathering was part of the Committee of Ministers Meeting for the Political,

August 16, 2024

Health·Tanzania

Makonda Accelerates Arusha Airport Expansion Effort

Arusha Regional Commissioner, Hon. Paul Christian Makonda, has mandated the swift completion of the new passenger terminal at Arusha Airport (Kisongo), aiming for the facility to begin operations by September 1 this year. During a recent inspection of the terminal’s construction, Hon.

August 16, 2024

Sports·Tanzania

Simba Completes Signing of Leonel Ateba, Faces Squad Dilemma

Yesterday, Simba finalized the signing of Leonel Ateba from Algeria’s USM Alger and officially introduced him at 4:00 PM. While Simba fans celebrate Ateba’s arrival, attention has shifted to two players who might be shown the exit to make room for Ateba.

August 16, 2024

Sports·Tanzania

KMC FC Announces Player Transfer Agreement with Simba SC

KMC FC is pleased to announce that we have reached a transfer agreement with Simba SC for the player Awesu Ali Awesu. This decision follows productive meetings between both clubs. Awesu Ali Awesu has been an integral part of KMC FC for

August 16, 2024

Health·World

Mpox Outbreak Reaches Sweden with First Case Outside Africa

A concerning development has occurred in the global health landscape as Sweden’s Public Health Agency has reported the first known case of a more dangerous strain of the mpox virus, also known as monkeypox, outside Africa. The individual diagnosed had recently traveled

August 16, 2024

Tanzania·Travel

Rogue Passengers Undermine Tanzania’s Railway System

The Tanzanian Prevention and Combating of Corruption Bureau (TAKUKURU) in the Morogoro region has uncovered a troubling trend among some passengers using the Electric Train (SGR) service. These individuals are reportedly exploiting the system by purchasing tickets that indicate they will disembark

August 16, 2024

Bizzare·Tanzania

SMAUJATA Condemns Brutal Attack on Shinyanga Woman

The Shujaa wa Maendeleo na Ustawi wa Jamii Tanzania (SMAUJATA) organization in Shinyanga Region has strongly condemned the brutal attack on a woman, Ms. Esther Matalanga, a resident of Banduka Street, Ndala Ward, Shinyanga Municipality, who was assaulted and had her eyes

August 16, 2024

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