AllAfrica News: Tanzania

US Sanctions Tanzanian Police Officer Citing Torture of Activists

[Capital FM] Nairobi -- The United States has designated a senior Tanzanian police official over gross human rights violations linked to the detention, torture, and sexual assault of Kenyan activist Boniface Mwangi and Ugandan journalist and activist Agather Atuhaire during their visit to Dar es Salaam last year.

Kenya Tax Threatens Tanzania Glass Exports

[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- KIOO Limited has cautioned that Kenya's proposed 35 per cent excise duty on glass bottles imported from East African Community member states threatens its export business and could disrupt regional trade and manufacturing supply chains.

MPs Warn Against Diversion of Road Funds

[Daily News] Dodoma -- MEMBERS of Parliament have urged the government to protect Road Fund revenues and ensure contractors are paid on time, warning that delays could slow infrastructure projects and weaken economic growth.

Specialist Care - Surgical Services Go Mobile

[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- WANANCHI in remote and underserved areas will now access specialised surgical services closer to their communities following the launch of the country's first mobile surgical theatre by the Muhimbili National Hospital (MNH).

Govt Advances Education Reforms

[Daily News] THE government has intensified efforts to review the Education Act in line with the newly launched Education Policy, with the process expected to shape the future direction of the country's education sector up to 2028.

Africa House Garden Brings Japanese Cuisine to Zanzibar

[Daily News] Zanzibar's hospitality and tourism sector has received a major lifestyle boost with the opening of what is being described as the island's first dedicated Japanese restaurant -- MARU Restaurant -- at the newly completed Africa House Garden in Stone Town.

World Cup Ticket Earned, Afcon Glory Now Beckons

[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- TANZANIA'S qualification for the 2026 FIFA U-17 World Cup is a moment worthy of immense national pride. The Serengeti Boys have not merely booked a ticket to Qatar; they have announced themselves as one of Africa's rising football forces.

DP World Bolsters Emergency Medical Response Services At Dar Port

[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- DP World has boosted emergency medical response services at the Port of Dar es Salaam after donating an ambulance to the Fire and Rescue Department of the Tanzania Ports Authority.

BMH Sets Sights On Medical Tourism

[Daily News] Dodoma -- BENJAMIN Mkapa Hospital (BMH) is envisioned to transform into a medical tourism hub in Dodoma, with plans to establish a medical tourism village at the University of Dodoma (UDOM).

Dar Rallies EAC to Protect Lake Victoria

[Daily News] Mwanza -- TANZANIA has called for stronger cooperation among Lake Victoria riparian states to protect and sustainably utilise the lake's resources to enhance regional security and prosperity.

Tanzanian to Provide 11,000 Hives, Train 3,000 Beekeepers in Efforts to Increase Honey Production

[Daily News] Tabora -- THE beekeeping sector in the country has received a new boost after the Tanzanian government announced a plan to provide 11,000 hives along with training for more than 3,000 beekeepers in the 2026/2027 financial year, a move aimed at increasing honey production and boosting the economy of citizens who depend on the activity.

PM Resolves a 51-Year Land Dispute in Rombo, Kilimanjaro

[Daily News] Mkuu -- PRIME Minister Mwigulu Nchemba has successfully resolved a 51-year land dispute between Mtimhoo Parish of the Roman Catholic Church in the Diocese of Moshi and Mr Peter Morisi of Msaranga Village in Rombo District, Kilimanjaro Region.

Mobile Surgical Operation Unit for Cardiovascular Diseases Handed Over At Muhimbili National Hospital

[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- IN a significant advancement for healthcare in Tanzania, a mobile surgical operation unit dedicated to cardiovascular diseases was officially handed over yesterday at the Muhimbili National Hospital. The event was officiated by the Deputy Minister of Health, Dr Florence Samizi, who praised the Tanzanian government for its forward-thinking initiatives aimed at enhancing community health services.

Infrastructure Bonds in Offing

[Daily News] Dodoma -- THE government has announced plans to undertake extensive road construction projects across the country, supported by innovative financing mechanisms aimed at strengthening infrastructure development and accelerating economic growth.

China's Xi Thought Centre Opens in Tanzania

[Daily News] Kibaha -- TANZANIA and China have deepened their long-standing political ties with the launch of the Research Centre for Xi Jinping Thought on Socialism with Chinese Characteristics for a New Era at the Mwalimu Julius Nyerere Leadership School in Kibaha.

Rwanda, Tanzania Sign 'Strategic' Energy Deal

[New Times] President Paul Kagame and his Tanzanian counterpart Samia Suluhu, on Tuesday, May 19, witnessed the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the two countries, aimed at strengthening cooperation in the energy sector.

Afcon 2027 Qualifiers - Super Eagles to Face Madagascar, Tanzania, G-Bissau

[Leadership] Nigeria's quest to qualify for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations received a major boost yesterday after the Super Eagles were drawn against familiar foes Madagascar, Tanzania and Guinea-Bissau in the qualifying series for the continental tournament.

Super Eagles Up Against Madagascar, Tanzania, Guinea Bissau

[This Day] Nigeria's Super Eagles have been paired in Group L with familiar foes and joint-hosts Tanzania, Madagascar and Guinea Bissau in the qualifiers for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations finals to be jointly-hosted by Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda.

Youth Called On to Utilize Government Loans

[Daily News] MTWARA: THE Chairperson of the Youth Wing of Chama Cha Mapinduzi (UVCCM), Mohammed Ali Kawaida, has called on young people to continue organizing themselves and preparing strong project proposals in order to benefit from government-issued loans.

Kairuki Oversees 40bn/ - NBC-BII MSME Financing Deal

[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- Tanzania's Minister for Information, Communication and Information Technology, Angela Kairuki, has overseen the signing of a financing partnership worth more than 40bn/ between National Bank of Commerce (NBC) and British International Investment (BII) aimed at expanding financial access for micro, small and medium-sized enterprises (MSMEs) across Tanzania.

EACOP Advances Toward Final Stages

[Daily News] Tanga -- THE Ministry of Energy has commended the progress of the East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) project, saying implementation is nearing completion.

Tanzania, Russia Sign Key Agreements

[Daily News] Arusha -- TANZANIA and Russia have signed cooperation agreements covering 12 key sectors, including language, health, agriculture, energy, tourism, education, science and technology, transport and logistics.

Africa Must Add Value to Minerals to Achieve SDGs, Build Inclusive Prosperity - Tanzania Deputy Minister

[ENA] Addis Ababa -- African countries must stop exporting raw minerals and focus on local processing and manufacturing, if the continent is to achieve the Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs) and build inclusive, long-term prosperity, Tanzania Minerals Deputy Minister Steven Kiruswa said.

All of Africa Today - May 14, 2026

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Tanzania Sees Decline in Imports Amid a Significant Increase in Milk, Meat, and Egg Consumption

[Daily News] Dodoma -- THE Minister for Livestock and Fisheries, Bashiru Ally Kakurwa, has said the government, through the Tanzania Dairy Board, has continued regulating the dairy industry, with a total of 101,478,030 litres of milk worth 152.2bn/- processed and sold in the domestic market.

Safari Lager Makes History As Official 2026 FIFA World Cup Partner

[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- In a landmark move that places Tanzanian heritage on the global sporting stage, Safari Lager has officially announced its sponsorship of the 2026 FIFA World Cup, becoming the first beer brand from the nation to secure a partnership with the world's most prestigious football tournament.

National Water Grid Plan Gains Momentum

[Daily News] Dodoma -- FEASIBILITY studies and detailed design work have commenced for a major project aimed at transporting water from Lake Tanganyika to Kigoma, Rukwa and Katavi regions under the government's broader plan to establish a National Water Grid.

House Approves 35.5bn/ - Vice-President Budget

[Daily News] Zanzibar -- THE Zanzibar House of Representatives has approved a 35.5bn/- budget for the Office of the First Vice-President, as lawmakers called for stronger public education on climate change, environmental protection and disaster preparedness.

The GEF Leads Global Drive to Tackle Shipping Threat to Oceans

[IPS] Mafia Island, Tanzania -- Under the warm waters off Tanzania's Mafia Island, marine scientist Asha Mgeni hovers above a coral reef she has studied for years. Small fish dart through the currents. To most divers, the reef appears pristine. But Mgeni notices something unusual.

How Tanzania's Election Violence Inquiry Separated Truth From Digital Disinformation

[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- DURING periods of political conflict, truth often becomes one of the first casualties. In moments of fear and uncertainty, unverified claims can spread rapidly through digital platforms, fuelling anger, panic and division within society.

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