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CRDB Foundation, COSTECH Empower 3,000 Youth Innovators

In a high-profile event held at the headquarters of the Tanzania Commission for Science and Technology (COSTECH), The Government of Tanzania, working closely with CRDB Foundation, announced a major milestone in empowering youth innovators across the country. The event was graced by

February 13, 2026

Health·Tanzania

Tanzania’s Startup Boom: Fintech Leads, Other Sectors Lag

Tanzania’s startup ecosystem is growing fast, but one sector is getting the lion’s share of investmentfintech. In 2024, the country raised $53 million in startup funding, and a staggering 75% of that went to financial technology companies. This mirrors a wider trend

March 7, 2025

Tanzania·Technology & Innovation

Minister Slams Contractor Over Delays in BRT Project

The Minister of Works, Abdallah Ulega, has strongly criticized delays in the ongoing Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Phase IV project, blaming the Chinese contractor for failing to meet deadlines despite receiving a substantial payment of Sh36 billion. During his site inspection on

March 7, 2025

Education·Tanzania

Student’s Death Sparks Debate on Corporal Punishment

The tragic death of Form Two student Mhoja Maduhu has reignited concerns over the use of corporal punishment in Tanzanian schools, with child rights organizations calling for urgent reforms. Maduhu, a student at Mwasamba Secondary School in Busega district, Simiyu region, lost

March 7, 2025

Health·World

Spanish Woman Fights for Right to Euthanasia

A 24-year-old Spanish woman, Noelia, is at the center of a historic court case as she seeks the legal right to end her life through euthanasia, a decision that has been strongly opposed by her father. Noelia’s battle began after she survived

March 6, 2025

Health·Tanzania

Arusha Residents Embrace Fitness Ahead of Women’s Day

As the countdown to International Women’s Day continues, the people of Arusha have kicked off the celebrations in a unique way by prioritizing their health. In anticipation of the national event set to take place in the region on March 8, 2025,

March 6, 2025

Opportunities·Tanzania

Parents Encouraged to Support Youth in National Service

Parents and guardians, especially mothers, have been urged to support and encourage their children to join the National Service (JKT) instead of discouraging them. The call was made by Lieutenant Colonel Cleofar Nazar, the Acting Director of Social Welfare at JKT, who

March 6, 2025

Health·Tanzania

Health Minister Orders Strict Supervision of Private Hospitals

The Minister of Health, Jenista Mhagama, has directed the newly inaugurated Advisory Board for Private Hospitals to ensure all registered health facilities meet required quality standards. Speaking on March 5, 2025, at the launch of the board, Mhagama emphasized the need for

March 6, 2025

Business·Tanzania

Fuel Prices Rise, Drivers and Consumers Struggle

Fuel prices, particularly for petrol, diesel, and kerosene, have continued to rise, leaving millions of Tanzanians grappling with the economic impact. This ongoing increase is placing an additional financial burden on consumers, especially those relying on fuel for transportation, with rising import

March 5, 2025

Health·Tanzania

Tanzania Faces Rising Food Security Concerns

Tanzania is currently enduring a prolonged dry spell that is sparking growing concerns over food security across the country. The lack of rainfall has been particularly hard on agriculture, which is the backbone of Tanzania’s economy, leading to a significant decrease in

March 5, 2025

Health·Tanzania

Tanzania Faces $500 Million Arbitration Case in 2025

A legal dispute involving a $500 million (about Sh1.3 trillion) compensation claim against the Tanzanian government is set to be heard on March 6, 2025, at the International Centre for Settlement of Investment Disputes (ICSID) in Washington, D.C. The case, filed by

March 5, 2025

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