Tanzanian Banks Report Strong Profits Growth 2025
Tanzania’s banking sector has posted record-breaking profits in 2025, with the industry collectively earning Sh2.47 trillion, a 14.7 percent increase from Sh2.16 trillion in
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Tanzania Leaders Stress Unity, Law and Healing After Election
Tanzania’s Vice President, Dr Emmanuel Nchimbi, has called on political leaders, civil society, and activists to focus on national unity and lawful debate rather
Tanzania’s Growth Is Raising Household Incomes
Tanzania is experiencing a steady improvement in living standards as average income per person has more than doubled over the last two decades, reflecting
Tanzania’s Long-Term Strategy Is Paying Off
Tanzania is witnessing a steady improvement in the wellbeing of its people following the implementation of the Long-Term Perspective Plan (LTPP) 2025, with government
Court System Key To Nation’s Prosperity, TLS
The president of the Tanganyika Law Society (TLS), Boniface Mwabukusi, has emphasized that true national development must ultimately be measured by the well-being and
Tanzania Expands Pulses Market Access To Malaysia
The Tanzanian government has announced ongoing efforts to open a new export market for pulses in Malaysia, a move expected to stabilize prices, increase
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Kilwa Road Transport Plan Sparks Public Backlash
A proposal to limit public transport options along Dar es Salaam’s busy Kilwa Road has sparked fresh debate, with residents and transport stakeholders warning that removing smaller vehicles in favour of Bus Rapid Transit services alone could leave thousands of commuters stranded.
Africa Faces Growing Debate Over Election Internet Shutdowns
The use of internet shutdowns during elections is increasingly coming under fire across Africa, with political actors, governance experts, and human rights advocates warning that the practice risks weakening democratic institutions and eroding public confidence in electoral processes. Across the continent, governments
Uganda Opposition Leader Remains Home Amid Tight Security
Ugandan authorities on Saturday moved to ease public anxiety after confirming that opposition presidential candidate Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, remained at his private residence in Magere, Wakiso District, amid heightened security restrictions that have fuelled widespread speculation. Police spokesperson
Record Copper Prices Lift Hopes Across Tanzania
Copper prices have climbed to a historic high above $13,000 a tonne, sending a wave of optimism through mining communities and policymakers in Tanzania as the metal’s global importance continues to grow. The rally marks the first time copper has broken through
Post-Election Violence Shakes Central Uganda Overnight
Uganda woke up to renewed tension on Friday after at least seven people were killed in overnight violence in the central part of the country, just hours after national elections that appear to have secured President Yoweri Museveni another term in office.
Venezuelan Opposition Leader Hands Nobel Medal to Trump
Venezuelan opposition figure María Corina Machado has drawn international attention after revealing that she handed over her Nobel Peace Prize medal to United States President Donald Trump during a private meeting at the White House, describing the moment as deeply symbolic for
Deadly Floods Leave South Africa Reeling
At least 19 people have lost their lives in northeastern South Africa after days of relentless heavy rainfall triggered severe flooding across parts of Mpumalanga and Limpopo provinces, deepening an unfolding humanitarian and environmental crisis. Local authorities say the death toll may
Kenya, China Advance Duty-Free Trade Talks
Kenya has reached a preliminary trade understanding with China that could significantly expand its access to one of the world’s largest consumer markets, with up to 98 percent of Kenyan exports expected to enter China duty-free once a final agreement is concluded.
Inferno Averted as Flames Rock Dar NSSF Tower
A potentially devastating fire was narrowly contained on Wednesday after flames broke out in a nine-storey commercial building located in the Posta area of Dar es Salaam, at the busy junction of Azikiwe and Samora streets. The incident, which occurred in the