Tanzania

[New Times] Rwanda have been drawn in Group A alongside hosts Tanzania and Ethiopia for the CECAFA U-20 Africa Cup of Nations qualifiers, scheduled for September 15-25 at Uhuru Stadium in Dar es Salaam.

[Daily News] Lusaka -- President Hakainde Hichilema has said the country will remain a sovereign and peaceful nation while strengthening cooperation with neighbouring countries in Africa and the international community in pursuit of lasting peace.

[Daily News] Mbeya -- THE Tanzanian government says it is continuing efforts to strengthen and formalise the Traditional and Alternative Medicine sector in Tanzania, while urging members of the public to seek services from registered practitioners and facilities.

[Daily News] Las Vegas -- A jury found Duane "Keffe D" Davis guilty of orchestrating the 1996 killing of rap icon Tupac Shakur, finally bringing a measure of resolution to a case that had gripped hip-hop fans and lingered in the public imagination for decades.

[Daily News] Dodoma -- Attorney General (AG) Hamza Johari has commended the The Office of Chief Parliamentary Draftsman for its immense contribution to the preparation of the Written Laws (Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill, 2026, which was presented to the National Assembly in Dodoma today (September 1, 2026).

[Daily News] Arusha -- ARUSHA Airport is expected to begin operating 24 hours a day within the next two weeks, a move aimed at increasing flight operations and passenger numbers while boosting tourism and business activities.

[Daily News] Dodoma -- The Tanzanian government has tabled the Written Laws (Miscellaneous Amendments) Bill, 2026 before Parliament, proposing amendments to a total of 21 laws.

[Daily News] Dodoma -- The Tanzanian government has proposed strengthening the regulation of private health laboratories by imposing stricter requirements on operators, including tougher penalties for individuals who operate laboratories without registration or after their registration has been suspended.

[Daily News] Dodoma -- The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Administration, Constitution and Law has called on the government to strengthen oversight of private health laboratories to curb the provision of healthcare services by individuals without professional qualifications in laboratory science or other health-related fields.

[Daily News] Morogoro -- The fierce chase for the diadem between the defending champion, Ahmed Huwel and his top challenger, Manvir Birdi is the top order of the Mkwawa Leaf Rally heading to its flag off in Morogoro this weekend.

[Daily News] Dodoma -- THE Tanzanian government has proposed amendments to the Drugs Control and Enforcement Act that would broaden the scope of offences related to the possession of seeds from prohibited plants and narcotic drugs, while strengthening the powers of law enforcement officers in implementing the law.

[Daily News] Dodoma -- THE Tanzanian government has allocated 10bn/- in the 2026/27 financial year to begin the process of constructing a new vessel that will operate between Tanzania and neighbouring countries across the Indian Ocean.

[Daily News] Dodoma -- TANZANIA'S history and the Union of Tanganyika and Zanzibar could soon be taught more widely at university level, as government moves to deepen patriotism and national identity among students beyond teacher training colleges.

[Daily News] Zanzibar -- ZANZIBAR government has urged residents living in highrisk areas to voluntarily relocate to safer locations as part of early preparations for heavy rains associated with the El Niño weather phenomenon.

[Daily News] Iringa -- IRINGA residents have been urged to embrace tourism as a key economic opportunity capable of transforming livelihoods and accelerating development in the region.

[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- IF a share price is rising rapidly, it is tempting to believe you have found a winning investment. Many new investors rush to buy, driven by excitement, headlines or social media discussions.

[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- PEACE for the few? How the UN Security Council's past is shaping global justice CONSIDERING the current state of global affairs, where powerful states can sometimes exert disproportionate influence over weaker ones, the role of the United Nations Security Council in managing global crises deserves renewed attention.

[Daily News] Tabora -- IN Nyaua Village, the sound of excavators, bulldozers and graders signals another stage in Tanzania's construction of the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR), where engineers are preparing and testing the ground before building the next layers of the railway.

[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- The Bank of Tanzania (BoT) is turning to artists and content creators to help promote responsible handling of banknotes and coins, tapping into the creative sector's wide influence to reach and shape public behaviour.

[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- PRIME Minister Dr Mwigulu Nchemba's directive to fast-track the completion of critical infrastructure projects ahead of the anticipated El Niño rains is timely and should be treated as a matter of national urgency.

[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- Tanzania's capital market has entered a new phase of development, with the Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange (DSE) reaching a record 38.74tri/- in total market capitalisation, equivalent to approximately 14.65 billion US dollars, by the end of last week.

[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- The Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange (DSE) experienced a rebound in trading activity during the week ended August 28, 2026, marked by robust liquidity expansion and broad-based market valuation gains.

[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- Recycling asset financing presents a significant yet underutilised opportunity for Tanzania, particularly as the country advances towards its Dira 2050 goals to address a major development challenge: The lack of long-term capital for infrastructure.

[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- Tanzania's drive towards a skilled, productive and innovative society by 2050 must begin with children who are still years away from entering a formal classroom. Ubongo is calling for early childhood development to be treated as part of the country's long-term human-capital strategy rather than primarily as a social issue.

[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- Young Africans continued their impressive start to the Mainland Premier League season with a convincing 2-0 victory over Fountain Gate at the Sheikh Amri Abeid Memorial Stadium in Arusha yesterday.

[Daily News] Dodoma -- CEMENT prices are being closely monitored as the government seeks to ensure that lower production and transport costs translate into affordable prices for consumers, particularly in regions hosting major cement factories.

[Daily News] Dodoma -- THE driving profession is set to receive greater recognition in the public service as the government continues to improve career development, professional training, education standards and welfare for drivers.

[Daily News] Zanzibar -- ZANZIBAR'S drive to attract more tourists and achieve its target of welcoming more than one million visitors before 2030 has received a major boost after the islands won three prestigious honours at the World Travel Awards Africa Gala Ceremony 2026, held in Zanzibar.

[Daily News] Tanzania -- THE government has called for a shift in Tanzania's development model to place the private sector, innovation and public participation at the centre of efforts to realise Development Vision 2050.

[Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- THE Energy and Water Utilities Regulatory Authority (EWURA) has announced a reduction in the prices of petroleum products for September 2026.