THE Tanzanian government has blocked access to X (formerly Twitter), accusing the platform of promoting pornographic and LGBTQ+ content that it says violates national laws and cultural standards. The move, confirmed by Information Minister Jerry Silaa, follows an update in X’s content policies that permits explicit sexual material, including same-sex …
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TAKING a leaf straight from the BRICS playbook, Tanzania announced an official ban on the US dollar in local transactions. The Bank of Tanzania (BoT) has put a blanket ban on all foreign currencies in local transactions, and only the Tanzanian Shillings (TZS) is made legal tender. The ban comes …
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Tanzania main opposition party, Chadema, has condemned its disqualification from the upcoming national elections as unconstitutional, escalating tensions just months before the country’s October vote. The announcement comes only a week after party leader Tundu Lissu was detained and charged with treason — a move that has drawn international criticism. Amnesty International …
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Tanzania is swiftly emerging as one of Africa’s most dynamic economies. Once defined by widespread poverty, the country is now enjoying steady growth across multiple sectors, including tourism, manufacturing, agriculture and finance. According to the World Economic Forum, Tanzania’s wealth per capita rose by 92 percent between 2000 and 2015—from just …
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AS the winter chill grips the northern hemisphere, one African gem promises the perfect sun-soaked getaway: Tanzania. With an impressive average of 12.06 hours of sunshine per day, this East African paradise outshines other destinations and offers a much-needed respite from bleak winters. Sunshine and golden beaches Tanzania leads global …
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TANZANIA President Samia Suluhu Hassan granted clemency to 1,548 prisoners on Monday in honour of the Mainland’s 63rd Independence Day. This compassionate gesture, aimed at promoting unity and nation-building, underscores the country’s values of justice and reconciliation. Of those pardoned, 22 prisoners were released immediately, while 1,526 will see their …
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IN a significant boost to healthcare and education in Tanzania, the African Development Bank (AfDB) has approved a $75 million loan to fund the second phase of the Centre of Excellence for Skills and Tertiary Education in Biomedical Sciences. The project, aimed at building a leading institution for cardiovascular training …
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Tanzania has surged to the fourth position in the latest Standard Bank Africa Trade Barometer (ATB), reflecting the country’s growing appeal for trade in Africa. The Standard Bank ATB, a leading trade index, tracks key data on trade openness, finance access, infrastructure, and macroeconomic stability across 10 major African economies. These …
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Tanzania communications regulator has suspended the digital platforms of Mwananchi Communications Ltd for 30 days, citing the publication of restricted content that allegedly harmed the country’s image. The move, announced by the Tanzania Communications Regulatory Authority (TCRA) late Wednesday, has intensified concerns among human rights groups about a growing crackdown …
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Tanzania mining regulator has directed all mining firms and gold traders to allocate at least 20 percent of their gold exports to the central bank. The move aims to diversify and bolster the foreign reserves of the Bank of Tanzania (BoT), as the country seeks to address depreciation pressures …
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