The Tanzanian Cosmetics Market: A Comprehensive Report Introduction Tanzania’s beauty and cosmetics market is vibrant and expanding, driven by a youthful population, urbanization, and rising incomes. The industry has witnessed rapid growth, with the cosmetics market reaching approximately $251 million in 2023, reflecting a 22% increase over the previous year. Both local and international brands compete within the skincare,…
Morogoro, Tanzania: Today, March 10, 2025, we commemorate the life and legacy of John Luwanda, a veteran broadcaster of Radio Tanzania, who left us exactly 14 years ago. His passing at Muhimbili National Hospital in 2011, after battling diabetes and undergoing tests for bladder cancer, marked the end of an era for Tanzanian radio and performing arts. A Life…
100Africa.com Editorial Team Tanzania’s agricultural sector is set for a major transformation following the signing of a landmark Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) between the Agricultural Growth Corridors of Tanzania (AGCOT) and the Tanzania Agricultural Development Bank (TADB) on March 5, 2025. This strategic agreement could position Tanzania as a global competitor in the soy, avocado, apples, and mangoes markets—collectively…
By Anthony Muchoki When Dr. Reginald Mengi passed away on May 2, 2019, the world lost a businessman and a prophet of progress. A man who foresaw technological revolutions, societal shifts, and Africa’s untapped potential long before they materialized, Mengi’s legacy is a testament to audacious thinking and relentless compassion. His story is about a leader who dared to…
Presented by the Honorable Regional Commissioner, Ms. Rosemary Staki Senyamule, the narrative of Dodoma’s transformation is one of hope, resilience, and visionary leadership. Interestingly, German colonists recognized Dodoma’s potential as a capital city as early as 1915, followed by the British in 1932 and the Tanzanian National Assembly in the 1960s. Under the leadership of Tanzania’s Sixth Phase Government,…
Dr. Fred Msemwa has been appointed Executive Secretary of Tanzania’s National Planning Commission (NPC), succeeding the late Lawrence Mafuru in a role that carries immense responsibility for shaping the nation’s future. This strategic appointment by President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan underscores her administration’s commitment to driving forward Tanzania’s development agenda at a pivotal moment in the country’s history. As…
The rise of artificial intelligence (AI) and automation is poised to reshape the job market in Africa, as it is globally, by automating repetitive tasks, enhancing productivity, and creating new opportunities while displacing others. Below is a list of 100 jobs across various sectors in Africa that are likely to be impacted—either replaced, significantly altered, or augmented—by AI and…