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Tanzania makes strides in war against drugs
DODOMA: SIGNIFICANT efforts to curb the production, trafficking and use of illicit drugs together with intensified crackdowns on drug trafficking syndicates are yielding results, with the latest report showing a notable decline in cocaine and...

Tanzania's small-scale gold miners welcome levy reduction meant to curb smuggling, boost gold reserve
Geita. Small-scale gold miners have expressed relief following the government’s decision to cut the mineral trading levy from 7 to 4 percent for those selling directly to the Bank of Tanzania (BoT). The move is expected to boost formal trade,...

All you need to know about the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations in Morocco
The delayed Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON) 2024 tournament will take place in Morocco from July 5-26, 2025. South Africa will be looking to defend their title, which they won in the same host country in 2022. Morocco, who lost the last...

Tanzania government defends borrowing, hints at tax reforms as budget approved
Dodoma. The government moved to defend its borrowing and assured its commitment to tackle tax reforms on Tuesday, June 24, 2025 as the Parliament unanimously approved the Sh56.49 trillion national budget for the 2025/26 financial year. Winding up...
Tanzania reaffirms solidarity with Mozambique
DAR ES SALAAM, June 25 (Xinhua) -- Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan on Wednesday reiterated her country's commitment to strengthening cooperation with Mozambique in advancing development, regional unity, and people's welfare. As a part of...

The Week in Women's Football: Profiling Euros and nation squads
This week, we profile the 2025 UEFA Women’s EURO in Switzerland, looking at rosters as well as team and player news. The tournament starts on July 2 with the full schedule available here: Fixtures & results | UEFA Women's EURO 2025 | UEFA.com....

Morocco Women vs Zambia Women Prediction and Betting Tips | July 5th 2025
Hosts Morocco will face Zambia in the curtain-raiser of the 2024 Women's Africa Cup of Nations tournament on Saturday (July 5th). The game will be played at Stade Olympique de Rabat. The hosts finalized preparations for this tournament with a 4-0...

How UN Women turns gender data into impact
Data to end violence: United Republic of Tanzania “Before, I didn’t know where to report cases of violence. Now, I have the information and confidence to help others in my community do the same,” says regular Tumbatu FM listener Fatma Haji Silima....
Tanzania marks seafarers’ day with call to engage youths in maritime sector
ZANZIBAR: TANZANIA joined the rest of the world in marking the International Day of the Seafarer with a strong call to action for Tanzanian youths, especially women to take advantage of emerging career opportunities in the maritime sector, amid a...

Swahili Komik Con: Where geek culture finds its voice in swahili
Dar es Salaam. What happens when comic lovers, cosplayers, gamers, and storytellers from across East Africa stop waiting for permission to belong—and instead build their own world? You get Swahili Komik Con (SWKC), a celebration of fandom grounded...

Why clean cooking energy is achievable in Tanzania
As the world moves toward sustainable development, the call for clean cooking energy is louder than ever and Tanzania cannot afford to be left behind. For decades, millions of Tanzanians, in both rural and urban areas, have relied on firewood,...

Tanzania’s Catholic Bishops Urge Participation in Planned National Day of Prayer, Fasting ahead of October Polls
In the statement dated June 19, which Bishop Simon Chibuga Masondole of the Catholic Diocese of Bunda, who doubles as the Chairman of the Liturgy Commission for TEC signed, the Catholic Church leaders emphasize the need to intercede for justice...
Tanzania eyes Commonwealth Billiards glory
DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA is poised to make a powerful impression at the upcoming Commonwealth Billiards Championships, scheduled from 2nd to 6th July in Mauritius. Four of the nation’s finest cue sport athletes will proudly represent Tanzania on...

Tanzania warns social media platforms: Comply or face ban
Dar es Salaam. The government has warned that it will ban any social media platform that fails to comply with Tanzania’s laws, ethical standards, and cultural norms. The minister for Information, Communication and Information Technology, Mr Jerry...
Tanzania, World Vision intensify cooperate in society, nutrition areas
DODOMA: THE Tanzanian government has pledged to continue close collaboration with World Vision Tanzania, particularly in the areas of nutrition and disaster management, to ensure essential government services reach vulnerable populations. The...

Zanzibar eyes role as regional education and innovation hub
Unguja. President Hussein Ali Mwinyi has said Zanzibar is ready to become a regional and global hub for innovation and higher education, thanks to its progress in the education sector and a peaceful, stable environment. Opening the QS Africa Forum...

The impact of a Professional Network: A game-changer for women in PR
A professional network is more than just a list of contacts. It is a supportive and evolving community of people who help you learn, grow, and succeed. For women, especially in the field of Public Relations (PR), networks can help break down...

2025 Wine Festival: Redefining Tanzanian luxury hospitality
Bongo Flava music blaring in the heart of Dar es Salaam’s city centre turned the normally serene backdrop of the Serena Hotel into a vibrant scene. The annual wine festival, now in its second edition, brought together wine lovers and local...

How the private sector powers Tanzania’s clean cooking goals
Dar es Salaam. When Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy Dr Doto Biteko formally launched Tanzania’s National Clean Cooking Communication Strategy in Dodoma on 2 June, he made it clear that the campaign marked the beginning of a ten-year...
New book on Chinese culture, language launched in Tanzania
DAR ES SALAAM, July 3 (Xinhua) -- The Confucius Institute at the University of Dar es Salaam, in collaboration with China's Chang Jiang Printing Media Co., Ltd., on Thursday unveiled a new two-volume book titled "Overview of China." Tailored for...