ALEXANDRA MPWAGA: AWF Showcases Sustainable Farming Solutions at Nane Nane Eastern Zone 2025

Morogoro, Tanzania — At the bustling Nane Nane Eastern Zone Agricultural Exhibition in Morogoro, the African Wildlife Foundation (AWF) brought forward a compelling vision: integrating cutting-edge agricultural technologies with environmental conservation to secure Tanzania’s future. Speaking at the AGCOT pavilion, Alexandra Mpwaga of AWF emphasized that their showcase was designed to provide farmers with practical, high-impact solutions that increase…

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From Kyela to the World Stage: How Mkami Yusuph Tetere is Building Tanzania’s Next Great Spice Brand

As the global spice market swells—expected to grow from $16.46 billion in 2024 to $26.65 billion by 2033—this young Tanzanian entrepreneur is transforming local farming networks into premium exports, with strategic investments in quality, logistics, and international branding. By AGCOT Centre, Tanzania – August 12, 2025 At the annual Nane Nane 2025 Exhibition in Mbeya, Tanzania, amid the sea…

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BoT Elevates TAMFI to Guided Self-Regulatory Status, Ushering in a New Era for Tanzania’s Microfinance

Dar es Salaam, 11 August 2025 — In a groundbreaking shift toward participatory regulation, the Bank of Tanzania (BoT) has formally designated the Tanzania Association of Microfinance Institutions (TAMFI) and the Tanzania Microfinance Institutions Union (TAMIU) as Guided Self-Regulatory Institutions (GSRIs). This strategic move marks a pivotal moment in the evolution of Tanzania’s microfinance sector. Under the newly introduced…

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President Samia Commends TADB for Outstanding Performance

Dodoma, August 8, 2025 — The President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, has commended the Tanzania Agricultural Development Bank (TADB) for its outstanding performance, which has delivered tangible benefits to farmers across the country. President Samia made the remarks today during the climax of the National Farmers’ Day (Nanenane) Agricultural Exhibition, held in Dodoma,…

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A New Study Reveals Tanzania’s Agricultural Sector Contributes Significantly More to Revenue Than Previously Thought

DODOMA, Tanzania – A new study suggests that Tanzania’s agricultural sector contributes significantly more to government revenue than official statistics indicate. The research, conducted by economists Cyril Chimilla of the Institute of Tax Administration and John Siegfried M. Shilinde of the Economic and Social Research Foundation, highlights the substantial, often-overlooked, fiscal impact of indirect revenue. Presented at the 11th…

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Mkalama District Commissioner Commends UDSM for Innovative Agricultural Technologies

Dodoma, Tanzania – The District Commissioner for Mkalama, Moses Machali, has praised the University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM) for its significant contributions to the advancement of science, technology, and innovation in the country. Speaking on August 6, 2025, during his visit to the UDSM booth at the Nanenane Agricultural Exhibition in Nzuguni grounds, Machali expressed his admiration for…

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TANESCO’s Managing Director Inspects Power Substation Expansion Projects in Dar es Salaam

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – The Managing Director of the Tanzania Electric Supply Company (TANESCO), Lazaro Twange, has expressed satisfaction with the progress of three major power substation expansion projects in Dar es Salaam. These projects, located in Dege, Gongolamboto, and Ubungo, are a strategic effort to meet the growing electricity demand in the region and surrounding areas. During…

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Tanzania’s Deposit Insurance Board Urged to Expand Public Outreach to Drive Financial Inclusion

DODOMA, TANZANIA – A key government official has called on Tanzania’s Deposit Insurance Board (DIB) to intensify its public education efforts, emphasising that a greater understanding of its role is crucial for building public trust and boosting the use of banking services. The call came from the Singida District Commissioner, Godwin Gondwe, during a visit to the DIB’s exhibition…

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TANESCO Unveils Confidential Whistleblower Portal to Tackle Corruption and Infrastructure Theft

Esther Mnyika, DAR ES SALAAM – August 4, 2025 – In a decisive move to enhance transparency and accountability, the Tanzania Electric Supply Company (TANESCO) has launched a secure, confidential whistleblower portal aimed at curbing corruption, infrastructure sabotage, and internal malpractice. Announcing the development in Dar es Salaam, Ms. Irene Gowele, Acting Director of Communications and Customer Services at…

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Become a “Peacemaker” in Your Marketplace: Sign Up for a Life-Changing Leadership Program Taught by Visionary Gurus.

DAR ES SALAAM, TANZANIA — The Purpose & Leadership Forum (PLF), a prominent program for marketplace leaders, is set to begin its twenty-third season on September 13, 2025, in Dar es Salaam. Organised by Kingdom Business Solutions (KBS), the forum is celebrating its tenth anniversary, marking a decade of equipping professionals to integrate faith-based principles into their work. The…

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