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Vice President Urges Tightened Oversight on School Buses

Vice President Dr. Philip Mpango has called for urgent measures to tighten the regulation of school buses across Tanzania, citing significant concerns over their safety standards and the qualifications of drivers. Speaking during the national road safety week and the 50th anniversary
August 27, 2024

Crackdown on Uninspected Vehicles Starts September

Starting September 1, 2024, Tanzanian authorities will implement a strict crackdown on vehicles that have not undergone mandatory inspections. The announcement was made by Traffic Police Commander Ramadhan Ng’azi during a briefing for the upcoming Road Safety Week, scheduled from August 26
August 23, 2024

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

Latra Set to Revolutionize City Transport

The Land Transport Regulatory Authority (Latra) is preparing to launch a revolutionary ride-sharing service by the end of the 2024/25 fiscal year. This service will enable nine to fourteen passengers to share a single vehicle, with bookings made via mobile applications, even
August 14, 2024

New SGR Trains Enhance Connectivity

Tanzania is advancing its railway modernization with the arrival of two new electric multiple-unit (EMU) trains from South Korea, adding to the already operational set introduced in April. These trains, featuring eight wagons each, are set to commence services between Dar Es
July 3, 2024

SGR Train Fares Announced in Tanzania

The Tanzanian government has announced the fare structure for the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) passenger train service, set to commence operations next month. The new train service aims to enhance connectivity between major cities and promote economic growth in the region. Fare
June 29, 2024

Dar Es Salaam Hosts Guinea-Bissau President for SGR Tour

President Umaro Sissoco Embaló of Guinea-Bissau embarked on an official visit to the country’s commercial capital, Dar Es s Salaam. The highlight of his visit was an extensive tour of the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) project, a cornerstone of Tanzania’s efforts to
June 24, 2024

Njia Mpya za Mabasi Kigamboni-Katikati Ya Jiji

Kwa lengo la kuboresha usafiri wa mijini, safu mpya ya njia za mabasi imetambulishwa inayounganisha Kigamboni na maeneo ya katikati ya jiji. Mamlaka ya Udhibiti wa Usafiri Ardhini (LATRA) iliyotangaza jana kupitia akaunti yao rasmi ya Instagram, imezindua njia tatu mpya za
June 22, 2024

Kenya Waives ETA Fees for Ghanaians.

Ghanaian travellers can now obtain an Electronic Travel Authorization (ETA) to enter Kenya without any fees. This new policy, effective from June 19, 2024, was announced by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and Regional Integration of Ghana. Travellers must apply for the
June 20, 2024