Tanzania

Area Total 947,300 sq km
Climate varies from tropical along coast to temperate in highlands
Natural Resources hydropower, tin, phosphates, iron ore, coal, diamonds, gemstones, gold, natural gas, nickel
Imports India 16.5%, China 15.8%, UAE 9.2%, Saudi Arabia 7.9%, South Africa 5.1%, Japan 4.9%, Switzerland 4.4% (2017) – consumer goods, machinery and transportation equipment, industrial raw materials, crude oil
Exports India 21.8%, South Africa 17.9%, Kenya 8.8%, Switzerland 6.7%, Belgium 5.9%, Democratic Republic of the Congo 5.8%, China 4.8% (2017) – gold, coffee, cashew nuts, manufactures, cotton
Government presidential republic
Capital Dar es Salaam (administrative capital), Dodoma (legislative capital)
Population 58,552,845 (July 2020 est.)
Ethnicity mainland – African 99% (of which 95% are Bantu consisting of more than 130 tribes), other 1% (consisting of Asian, European, and Arab); Zanzibar – Arab, African, mixed Arab and African
Language Kiswahili or Swahili (official), Kiunguja (name for Swahili in Zanzibar), English (official, primary language of commerce, administration, and higher education), Arabic (widely spoken in Zanzibar), many local languages

News about Tanzania

RSS News Sources: The Guardian | All Africa

  • Why Environmental Awareness Education Is Crucial for Tanzania's Sustainable Future
    on August 5, 2026

    [Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- AS Tanzania continues to pursue economic growth, industrialization, urban development and agricultural expansion, environmental sustainability has become increasingly important.

  • Breaking Barriers - the Women Quietly Redefining Leadership in Zanzibar
    on August 5, 2026

    [Daily News] FOR many women across Unguja and Pemba, the conclusion of the Strengthen Women in Leadership (SWIL) Project was not just the end of a programme. It was the beginning of a new sense of possibility.

  • Fuel Investment Goes Rural As Tanzania Targets Energy Access
    on August 5, 2026

    [Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- AS Tanzania advances efforts to achieve inclusive economic growth and expand access to modern energy services, the government has introduced major reforms aimed at transforming fuel distribution in rural communities.

  • Farmers Told to Improve Cotton Quality
    on August 5, 2026

    [Daily News] Mwanza -- COTTON farmers have been urged to prepare their farms early and adhere to quality standards to produce cotton that meets the requirements of international markets.

  • Tanesco Restores Power in Morogoro After Completion of Grid Upgrade Works
    on August 5, 2026

    [Daily News] Morogoro -- THE Tanzania Electric Supply Company Limited (TANESCO) has announced that electricity supply has been fully restored to all areas affected by maintenance and transmission infrastructure upgrade works carried out in the Mkambarani area of Morogoro Region.

  • Ipu Offers Tanzania Global Platform
    on August 5, 2026

    [Daily News] Arusha -- TANZANIA is set to use the 153rd Assembly of the Inter-Parliamentary Union (IPU) as a platform to showcase its tourism, investment opportunities, culture and hospitality to the international community when it hosts the global parliamentary gathering in Arusha this October.

  • Sugar Shortage Sends Prices Soaring
    on August 5, 2026

    [Daily News] Zanzibar -- SUGAR prices in Zanzibar have more than doubled the official retail price amid supply disruptions linked to delayed imports and suspected hoarding by some traders.

  • New Fish Market to Transform Sector
    on August 5, 2026

    [Daily News] Zanzibar -- MORE than 200 fishermen in Kiwani Constituency are set to benefit from a 2.9bn/- modern fish market expected to boost incomes, reduce post-harvest losses and strengthen Zanzibar's blue economy.

  • Mufti Seeks Better Hajj Services
    on August 5, 2026

    [Daily News] Zanzibar -- THE Zanzibar Office of the Mufti has reaffirmed its commitment to working closely with stakeholders to improve the quality, management and oversight of Hajj and Umrah services for pilgrims from Zanzibar and across Tanzania.

  • Museveni Visit to Boost Bilateral Cooperation
    on August 5, 2026

    [Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- UGANDAN President Yoweri Museveni begins a two-day official visit to Tanzania today at the invitation of President Samia Suluhu Hassan, aimed at strengthening bilateral relations and expanding strategic cooperation between the two neighbouring countries.

  • Tanzania's Big Investment Pitch
    on August 5, 2026

    [Daily News] DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA'S drive to accelerate infrastructure development and attract investment across key economic sectors takes centre stage today as the country hosts the historic Africa50 General Shareholders' Meeting (GSM) and Infra for Africa Forum.

  • DP Kindiki Heads to Dar es Salaam for Continental Infrastructure Summit
    on August 5, 2026

    [Capital FM] Nairobi -- Deputy President Kithure Kindiki on Wednesday departed for Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, aboard a Kenya Air Force aircraft to represent Kenya at the Infra for Africa Forum 2026, a high-level continental summit focused on accelerating infrastructure investment across Africa.

  • Zanzibar Children Benefit From Cardiac Screening Service At Lumumba Hospital
    on August 5, 2026

    [Daily News] Zanzibar -- THE Revolutionary Government of Zanzibar has reaffirmed its commitment to strengthening access to specialised healthcare services for children through partnerships with international development organisations.

  • Tanzania Confident of Hitting 7m Tourist Arrivals Target
    on August 5, 2026

    [Daily News] Dodoma -- Minister for Natural Resources and Tourism Dr Ashatu Kijaji has said the ambitious target of attracting seven million tourist arrivals this year is achievable, citing improved infrastructure in tourism destinations and the prevailing peace in the country.

  • Samia's Russia Visit Spurs Agribusiness Investment
    on August 4, 2026

    [Daily News] Dodoma -- THE three-day working visit by President Samia Suluhu Hassan to Russia in June this year has begun to deliver tangible results, with Russian companies, including Betaren, entering the Tanzanian market to invest in modern agricultural technologies.

  • Healers Cleared to Own Govt Wildlife Trophies
    on August 4, 2026

    [Daily News] Mwanza -- THE Tanzania Wildlife Management Authority (TAWA) has announced the implementation of President Samia Suluhu Hassan's directive allowing traditional healers to legally own government trophies used in their practices in accordance with the law.

  • Kibong'oto Hospital Upgraded to National Institute
    on August 4, 2026

    [Daily News] Kilimanjaro -- TANZANIA has strengthened its fight against infectious diseases after the former Kibong'oto Infectious Diseases Hospital (KIDH) in Kilimanjaro Region has been officially upgraded into the Tanzania Infectious Diseases Institute (TIDI), marking a major milestone in the country's health sector.

  • VP Orders Tighter Co-Op Audits
    on August 4, 2026

    [Daily News] Dodoma -- VICE-PRESIDENT Dr Emmanuel Nchimbi has directed the Co-operative Audit and Supervision Corporation (COASCO) to intensify regular audits of co-operative societies to strengthen accountability, curb embezzlement and enhance transparency in the sector.

  • Tanzania, Nigeria Commit to Promote Their Rich Natural Resources Besides Strong Diplomatic Ties
    on August 4, 2026

    [Daily News] Dodoma -- AS Tanzania and Nigeria continue to enjoy strong diplomatic relations, the countries announced their commitment to conserving and promoting their rich natural resources internationally.

  • Time for People to Know Their Right to Legal Aid
    on August 3, 2026

    [Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- THERE is something reassuring about knowing exactly who to call when life begins to fall apart. When your car breaks down, you call a mechanic. When your phone stops working, you visit a technician. When you get sick, you know the nearest hospital.

  • Tanzania Cricket Gets Boost From New High Performance Centre
    on August 3, 2026

    [Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- TANZANIA'S ambition to become one of Africa's leading cricket nations has received a major boost with the inauguration of the new Tanzania Cricket Association (TCA) Cricket Arena at the University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM) sports ground.

  • Arusha Auto Show Announces Nine Categories, Best Exhibitors to Be Awarded
    on August 3, 2026

    [Daily News] Arusha -- A total of nine categories have been confirmed ahead of the magnificent Arusha Auto Show scheduled at Magereza Grounds - Kisogo in Arusha from September 5 to 6 this year.

  • Countdown Begins to Kizimkazi Festival 2026
    on August 3, 2026

    [Daily News] Zanzibar -- THE countdown to the Kizimkazi Festival 2026 has begun, with Zanzibar preparing for a programme combining cultural entertainment, trade and initiatives to promote clean energy and community development.

  • Tanzanian Exhibitors Hailed for Their Support in Dar Expo
    on August 3, 2026

    [Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- Tanzanian exhibitors have been commended for their active participation during the stationery, school and office supplies expo held in Dar es Salaam recently.

  • 'Africa Needs Health Self-Reliance'
    on August 3, 2026

    [Daily News] Luanda -- PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan has called on African countries to invest in specialised healthcare services to reduce treatment costs and curb the continent's reliance on overseas medical care, describing such an investment as a critical step toward the continent's health independence.

  • Government Cracks Down On Weighing Fraud
    on August 3, 2026

    [Daily News] Arusha -- THE government has directed the Weights and Measures Agency (WMA) to intensify efforts to curb fraud and malpractice in weighing and measuring to protect consumers, businesses and the national economy while enhancing the competitiveness of locally produced goods.

  • Tanzania, U.S. Agree to Revisit Visa Restrictions
    on August 3, 2026

    [Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- TANZANIA and the United States have agreed to deepen their strategic partnership, with both sides agreeing to revisit Tanzania's requests regarding visa restrictions affecting Tanzanians travelling to the United States.

  • Tanzanian Singers Diamond Platnumz, Zuchu Welcome First Child Together
    on August 3, 2026

    [Leadership] Tanzanian music stars Diamond Platnumz and Zuchu have welcomed their first child together, a baby girl.

  • Is Tanzania's President 'Looking East'?
    on August 3, 2026

    [ISS] Samia Suluhu Hassan's state visit to Moscow could signal a global reorientation - or it could be just hedging bets.

  • President Unveils Roadmap to New Constitution
    on July 31, 2026

    [Daily News] Dar es Salaam -- PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan announced yesterday that the government will establish a reconciliation commission to facilitate the next phase of the constitutional review process, reaffirming her administration commitment to political dialogue and national unity.

RSS News Sources: The Guardian | All Africa
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