Dar es Salaam | May 2025 In a media industry where visibility often overshadows the unseen magic of storytelling, Evelyn Byaruhanga has always found her power behind the scenes—crafting content, leading teams, and shaping narratives with precision and passion. But today, she steps forward into the spotlight with purpose and poise, announcing a new chapter in her exceptional journey:…
By Special Correspondent | Dodoma DAR ES SALAAM – In a bold push to modernise and commercialise its agriculture sector, Tanzania has unveiled its most ambitious agricultural budget—TZS 1.243 trillion for the 2025/2026 financial year. This represents a staggering 324% increase compared to 2021/2022, signalling the government’s determination to elevate farming into a business-oriented, youth-powered, and climate-smart sector. Corridors…
By a Correspondent In a historic moment that has sent waves of excitement through the sports community in Tanzania, veteran sports writer Rahel Pallangyo has been elected as the Deputy President of the Tanzania Amputee Football Federation (TAFF). Her election marks a significant milestone—not only is she the first female journalist to hold such a high-ranking position in disability…
Lagos, Nigeria – May 19, 2025 — A digital transformation is reshaping the future of trade across Africa, promising to unlock a $180 billion digital economy and accelerate the continent’s industrial revolution. As the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) connects 55 nations, 1.3 billion people, and a combined GDP of $3.4 trillion, platforms like Matta are emerging to…
By A correspodent In an age of health influencers and viral remedies, the conversation around headaches—one of the most common neurological complaints globally—has taken a life of its own. From salt water “cures” to claims about brain painlessness, widely circulated theories often blur the line between science and speculation. But what does medical research actually say? This feature examines…
DODOMA, Tanzania – The Dodoma regional administration, under the leadership of Regional Commissioner (RC) Hon. Rosemary S. Senyamule, has officially designated apple farming as a strategic crop initiative (“zao la mkakati”) aimed at fundamentally transforming the economic fortunes of the region and its residents. This ambitious agricultural push seeks to elevate household incomes and bolster Dodoma’s overall economic standing,…
100africa.com Correspodent In a striking reminder of the power of long-term partnerships, Jesper Kammersgaard, Denmark’s Ambassador to Tanzania, has revealed a compelling story of transformation and reinvestment that links banking success with public health impact. In 1994, at a time when Tanzania’s financial sector was under severe strain, Denmark stepped in with a bold TZS 17 billion investment to…
By Miki Tasseni It has become routine to hear that the greatest threat to the global economy today is the widening gap between the rich and the poor—a phenomenon particularly visible in Western countries. Social unrest in Greece and elsewhere reveals how profound this inequality feels. But often overlooked is the psychic and cultural element underpinning poverty—groups or communities…
By John KimbuteCommentary African universities remain trapped in an endless quest for relevance, where research is conducted within the familiar—and often Western—parameters of global academic discourse. The stated goal is to produce knowledge that speaks to Africa’s lived realities, but in practice, theory-building is still largely an extension of external frameworks, serving global rather than local agendas. The challenge…
By Elizabeth Swai, Founder & CEO, AKM Glitters Company Limited In Iringa, a mother named Amina once struggled to feed her children. Today, her small flock of Kuroiler chickens generates enough income to cover school fees, medical bills, and three meals a day. Amina’s story is not unique—it’s a testament to the quiet revolution unfolding across Tanzania’s villages, where…