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📌📝 UPDATE on the Mnazi Bay Gas Project Deal
👉 The Petroleum Upstream Regulatory Authority (PURA) approved an $80.2m (218bn/-) drilling project with Maurel et Prom (M&P) to begin drilling three natural gas wells at Mnazi Bay, Mtwara, early next year.
👉 Two wells (MB5 and
China to take over Uganda’s Entebbe International Airport for default on debt repayment.
China has rejected Uganda's request to re-negotiate toxic clauses in the $200m loan picked six years ago for the Airport expansion.
The Airport is the only Intl Airport in the country.
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: Samia Suluhu Hassan has been sworn in as the sixth President of Tanzania after Magufuli's sudden death on March 17.
President Samia will serve the remainder of Magufuli's 2nd five-year term, which expires in 2025.
She is Tanzania's first female Head of State.
Simba SC has scooped position 14 out of 40 in the latest Best Club Rankings released by CAF.
The Msimbazi giants have gathered 402 points beating other African great clubs like, AS Vita, Orlando Pirates, and Kaizer Chiefs.
Before the new rankings, Simba occupied 28th place.
"Our neighbours are consulting now and strategizing together but we are not with them. We are isolating ourselves without seeing the danger of being isolated. Comrades, let's practice real Diplomacy, not this one of drinking a cup from Antananarivo" ~ Jenerali Ulimwengu
#COVID19
ETHIOPIA: The wife of the late African icon Julius Nyerere, Mama Maria Nyerere has been honoured as a female icon of the African anti-colonial struggle.
She was officially recognised as such by being presented with a special award at the just-ended AU Summit held in Addis Ababa.
Mwenyekiti wa Mtandao wa Wanafunzi
#Tanzania
(TSNP), Abdul Nondo ametunukiwa tuzo na Taasisi ya Utetezi wa Haki za Binadamu (THRDC) kwa kutambua mchango wake kwenye harakati za kutetea haki za wanafunzi.
Nutrition International has appointed former President Kikwete to its Board of Directors.
Dr. Kikwete’s appointment was unanimously confirmed during the Board of Director’s annual general meeting on April 28, 2020.
Kikwete served as the Pres. of Tanzania from 2005 to 2015.
“Wanasema heri kutembea bure, kuliko kukaa bure, nimekaa bure Msoga lakini nimetembea nimeona, wenzetu wamewekeza mno katika suala la Afya ya Mama na Mtoto, kina mama wengi na watoto wanafariki dunia kwa matatizo na magonjwa yanayoweza kuzuilika" ~ Rais mstaafu Kikwete
MALAWI: Jeshi la Polisi limetoa kauli ya kuruhusu maandamano ya kesho ya wananchi ya kuipinga Serikali, limesema ni haki kwa wananchi kuandamana.
Lakini limetaka wananchi watakaondamana waandamane kwa amani bila kufanya fujo, watakaofanya fujo hatua kali kuchukuliwa dhidi yao.
Hon.
@Nnauye_Nape
visited Tanzania Startup Association (
@TanzaniaSA
), reaffirming the government's commitment to launch a Startup Policy. TSA's pivotal role in this initiative promises to transform Tanzania's startup landscape. Watch a Video on comment
"Africa does not need to be a dumping ground for second hand cars, or second hand anything. In the long run, you end up paying a higher price anyway. If you can pay a high price for second hand, why not pay a high price for something new?" - President Kagame
#Rwanda
#AfricaRising
Kiongozi wa Chama cha ACT-Wazalendo,
@zittokabwe
amekutana na kufanya mazungumzo na Mwenyekiti wa CHADEMA,
@freemanmbowetz
kuhusu namna bora ya kushirikiana na kuweka mikakati ya pamoja ili kukabiliana na Chama cha Mapinduzi (CCM).
From Nyerere's Pan-Africanism to Samia Suluhu Hassan:
A deep dive into the changing tides of Tanzania's global influence to today's economic focus regionally and globally.
Read here.
Baraza la Maaskofu KKKT: Tunawashauri Raia Wema, kwa njia za kidemokrasia kupitia majukwaa ya Kikatiba ktk maeneo yao kudai KATIBA MPYA. Itapendeza ikiwa KATIBA MPYA itapatikana kabla ya uchaguzi mkuu ujao. Mambo mazuri yanayofanywa na Serikali yatadumu iwapo kuna KATIBA MPYA.
Tanzania Investment Centre is raising the bar with its $5 billion annual investment drive. Discover the secrets behind Tanzania's economic success story in our latest article. Don't wait; read now!
"Bado nitaendelea kuizungumzia Katiba kwa sababu inagusa maisha yangu na Kanisa ninalotumikia, lakini pia inayagusa maisha ya raia wenzangu wote" ~ Askofu Niwemugizi
"Wanaume na nyinyi muwe na maadili, wanaume wakubwa mnahisi labda wakubwa wenzenu wamechuja hawana ladha ile ambayo mngependa kuipata, kwa hiyo mnahamia kwa wototo wadogo, huu si mwendo mzuri, hawa ni watoto wetu, hili ni taifa la kesho" ~ Makamu wa Rais Samia Suluhu Hassan
Eonii promised a Marvel-like experience but failed to fill seats as Many Tanzanians expected.
Delve into the highs and lows of Tanzania's Movie industry. Explore its history, challenges, and the roadmap for its revival.
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: Muslim cleric, Sheikh Issa Ponda has been arrested today by the Police in Dar es Salaam for sedition accusations.
Sheikh Ponda is the head of the influential Tanzania Council of Imams.
In 2013, Ponda escaped death after being shot in a public gathering in Morogoro.
Mbunge
@zittokabwe
amesema alipokuwa Mwenyekiti wa Kamati ya Bunge ya Mashirika ya Umma, walimuita Tido Mhando na kumhoji kuhusu tuhuma alizofikishwa nazo kortini leo.
Walithibitisha hakuna kosa alilolifanya, aitaka TAKUKURU isome ripoti zote na kuna uwezekano wakashindwa kesi.
President Samia Suluhu Hassan rallies Tanzanians to seize the opportunities of the DP World Deal, emphasizing the need for swift action to drive the nation's progress. Her remarks have sparked debate. Read our latest analysis and join the conversation.
TANZANIA OPENS ONE OF THE BIGGEST GOLD PLANTS IN AFRICA
Located in Mwanza the plant can refine up to 480kgs per day.
The plant can refine Gold to international standards(999.9 purity)
Tanzania will no longer export raw Gold.
Currently, Gold is Tanzania's major forex earner.
Presidents Magufuli and Museveni today in Chato, Tanzania have signed the Host Government Agreement (HGA) for the construction of the Crude Oil Pipeline project.
The 1,445KM Pipeline will transport crude oil from Uganda's oil fields to the Port of Tanga on the Indian Ocean.
Mwanahabari Ansbert Ngurumo aliyewahi kuwa mhariri wa Magazeti ya Tanzania Daima na Mwanahalisi, amekimbilia nchini Finland na kupewa hifadhi huko.
Amesema maisha yake yalikuwa hatarini, adai kuna watu wasiojulikana walikuwa wakimfuatilia.
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: Former Minister, Prof. Mark Mwandosya has revealed that for more than one month he has been battling
#COVID19
.
Prof. Mwandosya has urged the government to adhere to professional medical conduct and cooperate with the International community in fighting the pandemic.
President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Samia Suluhu has appointed Dr. Blandina Kilama as assistant to the president (economic affairs).
The appointment starts effective from today, April 16th 2021.
Before this appointment, she was working as a senior researcher at REPOA.
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: Special Seats MP, Upendo Peneza is expected to table a motion in Parliament calling on govt to provide free sanitary pads to girls in public schools.
The move would improve access to education to school girls because many can't afford sanitary pads.
#ElimuBurePediBure
"Fanya kazi na watu wote na uwapime kwa utendaji wao na wala si kwa maneno ya kuambiwa na mwisho utajua nani ni nani. Waswahili wanasema za kuambiwa changanya na zako" ~ Rais mstaafu Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete.
PICHA: Mwanasiasa Hashimu Rungwe amefika nchini Ubelgiji kumjulia hali Mbunge
#TunduLissu
ambaye alijeruhiwa kwa risasi Septemba 7 mwaka Jana huko Mkoani Dodoma na watu wasiojulikana.
Lissu anaendelea vizuri na amesharuhusiwa na madaktari wake kutoka hospitali.
Wakili wa kujitegemea, Fatma Karume amejitosa kumrithi
#TunduLissu
kwa kugombea Urais wa Chama cha Mawakili wa Tanganyika (TLS), utakaofanyika Aprili 14, mwaka huu.
Katika kinyang’anyiro hicho, Fatma atachuana na Godwin Mwapongo, Godfrey Wasonga na Godwin Ngwilimi.
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: CHADEMA's Presidential flag bearer, Tundu Lissu has officially been endorsed by the National Electoral Commission (NEC) to vie for the United Republic of Tanzania Presidency in this year's general election.
Mr. Lissu has met all requirements as stipulated by NEC.
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: The Parliament has passed the controversial bill, giving the President and other top leaders absolute immunity from both Civil Lawsuit and Criminal Prosecution in any court of law.
The leaders who will hold immunity are; The President, VP, PM, CJ, Speaker & D. Speaker
Tanzania's Babra Gonzalez among 100 Most Influential African Women of 2022.
The
@SimbaSCTanzania
CEO joins other prominent figures in the 2022 list.
The list has been announced by Avance Media, a leading African PR and Rating Firm.
Sports clubs or political platforms? How the entertainment industry in Tanzania becomes a tool for political messaging and influence.
How do they shape the nation's identity? Read here.
U.S. Vice President, Kamala Harris has congratulated, President Samia Suluhu Hassan following her swearing-in as Tanzania's new President - the first woman to hold the office.
The VP has said, the U.S. is ready to work with her to strengthen relations between the two countries.
Yesterday
@SimbaSCTanzania
Players took a kneel to honour George Floyd who died under Police custody in Minneapolis.
The gesture was also a sign of solidarity to the protesters all over USA who are demonstrating against police brutality to African Americans.
#BlackLivesMatter
Mwanaharakati Maria Sarungi Tsehai amefungua kesi ya madai katika Mahakama ya Hakimu Mkazi Kisutu dhidi ya Cyprian Musiba na Mhariri wa Gazeti la Tanzanite kwa kumkashifu na kuchafua jina lake kupitia mkutano wake na Wanahabari tarehe 25 Mwezi Februari, 2018.
Exim Bank Tanzania faces a hefty penalty for inaccurately reporting Msae Investment Company Limited's credit status, leading to a denied Euro 2.9 million loan.
We explore deeply in this case & the necessity of vigilance in monitoring financial records.
UINGEREZA: Rais Kenyatta amesema viongozi wote anaowateua lazima wahojiwe na kuidhinishwa na Bunge na kuna mifumo imewekwa ambayo wananchi wanaweza kufikisha malalamiko yao kwa kiongozi ambaye hawamtaki.
Ameyasema hayo leo alipokuwa akijibu maswali ktk taasisi ya Chatham House.
Tourism & agriculture drive Tanzania's GDP. Tourism contributes 4.6%, employing 558k people. Agriculture, 26.1%, employs 65% of the population.
A balanced approach is needed for long-term prosperity.
Further analysis is available here:
DR CONGO: Kanisa Katoliki limeitisha maandamano makubwa leo ya kushinikiza Rais Kabila kung'oka madarakani. Jumla ya Parokia 150 nchi nzima zimetoa wito kwa waumini wao kujitokeza katika maandamano hayo na waende na Biblia. Serikali imeyapiga marufuku.
"Kwa sasa
#TunduLissu
ni mmoja wa wanachama wanaofanya vizuri kwa hiyo sioni sababu ya kutopewa nafasi ya kugombea Urais kama mwenyewe atapenda kugombea na kwa utaratibu uliowekwa wanachama wakaona anafaa, sioni kwa nini asiwe” ~ Frederick Sumaye, akihojiwa na gazeti la Rai
#RWANDA
: The Minister of Foreign Affairs, Dr. Vincent Biruta has said,
#Tanzania
requested to sit out of the meeting during the recent
#EAC
Heads of State Consultative meeting.
Instead requested a bilateral meeting with Rwanda.
#Burundi
said they have elections.
#EAC
Carbon Trading Symphony: Tanzania & UAE Dance to Green Prosperity.
Tanzania eyes 2 trillion Tanzanian shillings annually through carbon trading, forging a green economy, emission cuts, and deforestation prevention. Read the transformative movement
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: Rwanda's National carrier, Rwandair today has transported 20 tonnes of fish from Mwanza to Belgium and Italy.
This is the second cargo flight after the official launch on 12th May, 2020.
The flight will be transporting fish to the European market.
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: International School of Moshi (UWCEA) has suspended face-to-face teaching and moved all learning online after one student tested positive for COVID-19 on 18th January.
Information on the school's website says on 19th January a second student started displaying....
MT KILIMANJARO: THE PRIDE OF
#TANZANIA
!
Aerial view of the Highest Mountain in Africa and the Highest single free-standing Mountain in the World, with 5,895 metres (19,341ft) above sea level and about 4,900 metres (16,100 ft) above its plateau base.
President Samia Suluhu announces today intention to form a special committee to advise the government on steps to take in the fight against
#COVID19
.
The President has said, the committee will advise on how to cooperate with the International community in fighting the pandemic.
Mbowe: I salute Pres Uhuru & Rt. Hon. Raila for yet another historic, democratic and smart move to reconcile and unify Kenya. We pray that all the Kenyans seize this opportunity in a bid to build a stronger, unified and prosperous Kenya. Africa is proud of you! Congratulations
KENYA: Serikali yasaini mkataba wa ujenzi wa njia za magari yanayotembea kwenye waya (Cable cars). Gharama za ujenzi ni dola za Marekani 57.2M.
Ujenzi kukamilika mwaka 2020.
Mradi huo utakuwa na magari 22 ambayo yatakuwa na uwezo wa kusafirisha jumla ya abiria 180,000 kwa siku.
"Tukio hili la mauaji ya binti na tukio la mauaji ya Kiongozi wa CHADEMA, Ndg Daniel ni matukio ambayo lazima ipatikane Independent Investigation, haiwezekani By election zote mauaji yanatokea hakuna anayefikishwa kwenye vyombo vya dola" ~ Hussein Bashe, Mbunge.
ARMENIA: Waziri Mkuu, Serzh Sargsyan ametangaza kujiuzulu baada ya maandamano ya siku 11 mfululizo ya wafuasi wa upinzani wakipinga kitendo cha kiongozi huyo kubadilisha Katiba ili kubaki madarakani.
Wanajeshi waliungana na waandamanaji katika maandamano hayo makubwa.
Baada ya Wabunge Nape na Bashe kukosoa Serikali kuwa, inatumia fedha zake katika ujenzi wa Reli, Rais Magufuli amewata Wabunge hao wawalete wawekezaji na atawapa reli ya Kaliua-Mpanda au Isaka-Mwanza au reli ya Mtwara-Mchuchuma hadi Liganga wazijenge.
"Our world is composed of givers and takers. The takers may eat better, but the givers sleep better. In death, as in life, Mwalimu (Nyerere) sleeps better. For his entire life was a life of giving, not taking".
~ Benjamin William Mkapa
#NyerereDay2021
#NyerereDay
#DearNyerere
Despite its lightweight carbon footprint, Tanzania is a heavyweight climate warrior, dedicating 32.5% of its area to conservation. We have an article on how to milk the ‘climate guilt’ of the more developed, high-emission nations. Read & share your take.
Patriotism in Tanzania: Love, Loyalty, or Liability? Please read our latest opinion on the 'patriotism flag' waived by the government and its critics on DP World Deal.
#BREAKING
: President Samia Suluhu Hassan has appointed, Dr. Philip Mpango to be the next Vice President of the United Republic of Tanzania.
He is supposed to be ratified by the national assembly by more than 50 percent.
Currently, Dr. Philip Mpango is the Finance Minister.
We're excited to bring you a unique initiative by Tanzania Digest: "The Future of Tanzania Leadership."
This is a platform to recognize and celebrate the dynamic young leaders of Tanzania under 40 who are shaping our nation's future.
We believe in the power of leadership to
Exciting news! Tanzania Digest is accepting voluntary contributions. This is your chance to share knowledge, stories, and viewpoints with a wide audience. Although contributions are unpaid, they offer significant exposure on our platform and connect you with a community of
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: Chairman of the Main opposition party, CHADEMA, Freeman Mbowe few hours ago was attacked by unknown people while returning home in Dodoma.
He is badly injured. He has been hospitalized at the Dodoma main Hospital.
More to follow..
A pic of a lioness with blood dripping from the muzzle, photographed by Lara Jackson at Serengeti National Park, has been nominated in the Wildlife Photographer of the Year competition
Wildlife Photographer of the Year is produced by the Natural History Museum, London
#Tanzania
#TANZANIA
: Baraza Maaskofu wa Katoliki (TEC) latoa ujumbe wa Kwaresima 2018, laonya kuhusu Katiba kukiukwa kwa kuzuiwa kwa kutumia vyombo vya dola shughuli za kiuenezi za vyama vya siasa kama vile mikutano ya hadhara, maandamano na makongamano mpaka uchaguzi mwingine.
MO STEPS DOWN AS SIMBA'S CHAIRMAN
Mr Dewji has announced he is stepping down as Chairman of the Club's Board because of his busy schedule and has appointed Salim Abdallah as the new Chairman.
MO has said he will concentrate on the youth & infrastructure development of the club.
BOTSWANA: Rais Ian Khama amemtaka Rais wa DR Congo Joseph Kabila kuheshimu Katiba na kung'oka madarakani na kuruhusu uchaguzi ufanyike.
Amekaririwa akisema kuna baadhi ya marais wa Bara la Afrika hudhani wao pekee ndio wenye uwezo wa kuongoza nchi zao hivyo hubadilisha Katiba.
Former Zanzibar's Presidential Candidate, Maalim Seif together with Ado Shaibu, Ezekiah Wenje, and Omar Mussa Makame have taken the Tanzanian Government to the
@court_afchpr
for alleged electoral malpractices.
Nigerian Lawyer, Prof. Chidi Odinkalu will lead the legal team.
Fatma Karume: Hakuna mtu wa kuidhibiti TLS kwa sababu hakuna binadamu anayeweza kumdhibiti binadamu mwenzake kwa mujibu wa Katiba yetu kila binadamu ni huru, lakini unapovunja Katiba na sheria za nchi hapo hauko huru. TLS tuko huru hatuendeshwi na chombo chochote.
As global central banks turn to gold as a safe-haven asset, Tanzania's decision to create a National Gold Reserve makes headlines. Does this move affect the country's economy?
Stay informed as we explore the dynamics of Tanzania's gold market. Read here!
Mke wa David Kafulila, Mbunge Jesca Kishoa, amesema alikuwa hana taarifa za mume wake kujivua uanachama wa CHADEMA mpaka pale alipofanya hivyo. Amesema mumewe ameingia kwenye kundi la wanasiasa wasio na msimamo.
PRESIDENT SAMIA AGREES TO MEET CHADEMA
The Secretary-General, John Mnyika has revealed that the President responded to the party's letter seeking an audience.
Mr. Mbowe wrote the letter to the head of state asking for a meeting to find solutions to various national challenges.
Mbunge Zitto Kabwe amesema kumefanyika majaribio ya kudukua Barua Pepe zake na Akaunti zake za mitandao ya kijamii.
Amesema majaribio hayo hayajafanikiwa.
#KutokaBungeni
: Waziri wa zamani na Mbunge wa Mtama, Nape Nnauye (CCM) ameishangaa Serikali kuweka nguvu nyingi kwenye mradi wa umeme wa Stigler’s George ambao haupo kwenye Ilani ya Uchaguzi ya CCM ya Mwaka 2015 na kuachana na umeme wa gesi ambao waliunadi wakati wa kampeni.
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: President Samia Suluhu Hassan, has ordered today the reopening of media houses that were banned or sanctioned in previous years.
The President has said the media should follow the law but has warned against any repression from the government.
Judge Samatta: In my opinion, if the Warioba proposed new constitution will be fully implemented, it will contribute to the availability of quick and accurate success in the fight against the violations of Human Rights in the country.
#Rights4Development
"Napenda kazi ya Ubunge sio kwa sababu ya pesa. Napenda mabishano ya kisiasa kule ndani, Unamkaba Waziri mpaka anakosa pakupumulia" ~
#TunduLissu
leo akihojiwa na Mwanahabari Baruan Muhuza wa Azam TV
DAR: Mahakama Kuu imemuamuru Mwanasheria Mkuu wa Serikali (AG), kuwasilisha majibu yake dhidi ya mashauri mawili ya kikatiba yaliyofunguliwa na Umoja wa Wanaharakati wa Kudai Demokrasia
#Tanzania
, wakipinga namna Demokrasia ya Vyama vingi,
#UhuruWaKujieleza
unavyokiukwa nchini.
#ARUSHA
: Wakili maarufu Fatma Karume amechaguliwa kuwa Rais wa Chama cha Mawakili Tanganyika (TLS).
Nafasi hiyo ilikuwa ikigombewa na Mawakili wengine watatu ambao ni, Simba Ngwilimi, Musa Mwapongo na Godfrey Wasonga.
Fatma anamrithi
#TunduLissu
ambaye amemaliza muda wake.
PICHA: Rais wa TLS
#TunduLissu
akisaini nyaraka leo zilizowasilishwa kwake na Rais mstaafu wa Chama Cha Mawakili Kenya na Afrika Mashariki, Eric Mutua katika Hospitali ya Nairobi,
#Kenya
.