Tanzania Allocates TZS204 Billion for 100MW Solar Project
The Tanzanian government plans to invest approximately TZS204 billion in the second phase of a solar power generation project in Shinyanga Region, as part
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Tanzania Credits JNHPP Completion to Strategic Decision
Tanzania’s Prime Minister Mwigulu Nchemba has credited the government’s decision to prioritise completion of the Julius Nyerere Hydropower Project (JNHPP), rather than spend public
Prosecution Seeks Stiff Sentence for Tundu Lissu in Incitement Case
The prosecution has urged the High Court of Tanzania, Dar es Salaam Sub-Registry, to impose a stiff sentence on CHADEMA Chairman Tundu Antiphas Lissu
Tanzania High Court Acquits Tundu Lissu of Treason, Convicts Him of Incitement
The High Court of Tanzania, Dar es Salaam Sub-Registry, has acquitted CHADEMA Chairman Tundu Antiphas Lissu of treason but convicted him of incitement in
TANESCO Explains Power Supply Disruptions in Mbagala, Kigamboni and Surrounding Areas
The Tanzania Electric Supply Company (TANESCO) has identified an underground electricity transmission cable fault in Gongolamboto, Dar es Salaam, as the cause of recent
Private Sector to Contribute TSh 62.3 Trillion to Tanzania’s 2027/28 Development Plan
Tanzania’s private sector is expected to contribute TSh 62.3 trillion out of the TSh 89.3 trillion required to implement the 2027/28 National Development Plan,
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Cocoa Virus Disease poses threat for Cocoa production
West Africa’s ongoing battle with Cocoa Swollen Shoot Virus Disease (CSSVD) poses significant challenges for the future of chocolate production. CSSVD is a destructive viral disease that affects cocoa trees, leading to reduced yields and poor-quality cocoa beans. As West Africa, particularly
Pope commends IFAD, Urges them to intensify focus on reducing food wastage
Pope Francis delivered a poignant message to the International Fund for Agricultural Development (IFAD) emphasizing the critical issue of food waste and its potential to alleviate hunger worldwide. Speaking at a special gathering with IFAD representatives, the Pope highlighted the alarming paradox
Ghana’s Foreign Debt Restructuring Expected to Face Delays,Not Hindered by New Finance Minister
International investors greeted the removal of Ghana’s finance minister with caution on Wednesday, as they braced for the prospect of more delays to the restructuring of the country’s overseas debt ahead of national elections in December. The replacement of Ken Ofori-Atta with
China and Russia Strengthen Bonds Amid Trade Challenges
Amidst ongoing trade challenges, China and Russia have taken significant steps to enhance their bilateral ties, signaling a deepening of their strategic partnership. Despite facing complications in trade relations with other countries, both nations have reaffirmed their commitment to strengthening cooperation across
UK economy falls into recession, adding to Sunak’s election challenge
Britain’s economy fell into a recession in the second half of 2023, a tough backdrop for Prime Minister Rishi Sunak who has promised to boost growth ahead of an expected 2024 election. The Office for National Statistics (ONS) said that gross domestic product (GDP)
Pope Urges Catholics to Swap Social Media for Reflection as Lent Begins
Pope Francis urged Catholics to forgo worldly trappings and focus on essentials as he opened the season of Lent with a traditional Ash Wednesday Mass on one of Rome’s historic seven hills,the Basilica of Santa Sabina. He criticized people’s tendency to lay
Tanzania’s Government Debt increases by Tsh.12.7 trillion in one year
Tanzania’s government debt has reached Sh87.47 trillion, up from 74.75 trillion in 2022, the Parliamentary Budget Committee has reported. The debt is up by Sh12.7 trillion, an increase of 17.09% compared to the same period last year. Of the amount, the external
Kenya Cabinet approves privatization of 6 State-Owned enterprises
Kenya’s Cabinet on Wednesday approved the sale of seven more State-owned enterprises following a meeting chaired by President William Ruto at State House in Nairobi, bringing the total number of entities set to be privatised to 17. The seven enterprises include privatization
Ghana fans demand reform after Cup of Nations flop
Hundreds of football fans took to the streets of Ghana’s capital Accra, demanding better governance for football after their team failed to get out of the group stage at this year’s Africa Cup of Nations. Clad in black and red T-shirts saying