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Audit Unveils Over $1 Billion Loss in Power Sector

A recent audit has uncovered a staggering revenue loss exceeding $1 billion in Tanzania’s power sector, attributed to widespread electricity theft and infrastructure vandalism. The audit, conducted by the National Audit Office of Tanzania, highlights significant financial mismanagement and regulatory failures within
October 25, 2025

East Africa Delays Single Currency to 2031

The East African Community (EAC) has announced a postponement of its plans to introduce a single regional currency, shifting the target date from 2024 to 2031. This decision follows challenges in meeting essential economic convergence criteria, including inflation rates, fiscal deficits, and
October 7, 2025

Austria Pledges Funding for Tanzania Energy

Austria has committed €20 million (about TSh 60 billion) to support Tanzania’s renewable energy sector, focusing on solar and waste-to-energy projects. The pledge was announced during discussions between the Austrian delegation and Tanzania’s Ministry of Energy on the sidelines of the 69th
September 20, 2025

Albania Appoints World’s First AI Minister

In a world first, Albania has appointed an artificial intelligence system named Diella as a virtual government minister, tasked with overseeing public procurement. The announcement, made by Prime Minister Edi Rama, aims to tackle corruption and bring greater transparency to government contracts,
September 16, 2025
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