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Tanzania Moves to Localize Mining Supply Chain with 21 New Factories

Tanzania has proposed broad new local content laws that will change the country's mining sector from a resource extraction economy to a manufacturing and industrial hub. The new rules, recently announced by the Minister of Minerals, demand that 20 categories of mining goods and services be provided only by Tanzanian-owned enterprises. Marcus Briggs, Non-Executive Director of Icon Gold, commented, "Tanzania's brave decision to mandate local.... Read more »

Posted on : Tuesday , 3rd February 2026

PM celebrates the construction of 46,2bn/- water project in Mwanza, Tanzania

The foundation stone was laid by Minister Mwigulu Nchemba for a water infrastructure project in Mwanza, which is estimated to be worth approximately 46.2bn/-. The project is designed to enhance the availability of secure and dependable water for residents. The initiative is anticipated to have a positive impact on more than 450,000 individuals in the Magu and Misungwi districts, as well as in Mwanza City. It will also encompass the.... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 2nd February 2026

KETRACO activates a new transmission line to enhance power supply in South Nyanza

Kenya Power has expressed its approval of the energization of the Sondu–Ndhiwa–Homa Bay–Awendo 132kV transmission line by the Kenya Electricity Transmission Company (KETRACO). The company stated that this project will greatly enhance the reliability of electricity supply in South Nyanza and certain areas of the South Rift. The transmission line was activated on Wednesday at 4:07 PM, establishing a more robust power supply pathway into.... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 2nd February 2026

Kenya Advances Sustainable Wood Conservation to Restore Mount Elgon Ecosystem

Cabinet Secretary for Environment, Climate Change and Forestry Dr. Deborah Barasa has spearheaded a joint national and regional initiative to restore the Mount Elgon ecosystem, placing sustainable forest and wood conservation at the centre of the recovery. Speaking during a multi-agency forum on the Mount Elgon Integrated Conservation and Livelihood Improvement Programme (Mt. Elgon-ICLIP), she called for coordinated action among government.... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 2nd February 2026

Nairobi City Launches Smart Street Lighting Project in Kenya

In an effort to fully enlighten the city while enhancing safety and service delivery, Nairobi City County recently announced plans for introducing smart street lighting in collaboration with the National Government. They are introducing LED lighting to outdated lights to cut down on carbon emissions and electricity use.  The county is going to fill this gap by adding additional intelligent street lights so that every area is adequately.... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 2nd February 2026

Government Launches Major Dual Carriageway Construction in Mbeya Region

The Tanzania Government is pushing forward with major road construction projects in Mbeya Region, spearheaded by the development of a 29-kilometre dual carriageway between Uyole (Nsalaga) and Ifisi, along with the expansion of a bypass at Mlima Nyoka on the TANZAM Highway. These projects are designed to improve traffic flow and enhance road safety.The dual carriageway is being built by China Henan International Cooperation Group Co. Ltd (CHICO),.... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 2nd February 2026

Chinese Automaker Launches BYD Vehicle Operations in Tanzania

HARMONY Auto, a Chinese automotive company, has officially launched its operations in Tanzania, supporting the government’s drive to expand the use of renewable energy and promote environmentally friendly transportation across Africa.The launch marks the introduction of BYD vehicles into the Tanzanian market, offering sustainable transport solutions aimed at improving accessibility and easing transportation challenges for the public.Speaking.... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 2nd February 2026

Ruto Supports AfCFTA as Kenya Eyes Green Industrialisation Role

Kenya's commitment to the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) has been reiterated by President William Ruto, who has described the framework as essential to increasing intra-African trade and opening up economic opportunities throughout the continent. The President stated that greater trade integration was essential to Africa's economic transformation and the expansion of both public and private sector businesses in comments made.... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 2nd February 2026

Kenya’s Q3 2025 Imports Driven by Machinery and Steel.

Kenya’s import bill climbed sharply in the third quarter of 2025, driven largely by surging demand for industrial machinery, iron, and steel—an indicator of renewed momentum in infrastructure development and capital investment.According to the latest Q3 2025 Balance of Payments Statistical Release by the Kenya National Bureau of Statistics (KNBS), total imports rose to Sh725 billion, marking a 7.4 percent increase compared to the same period.... Read more »

Posted on : Tuesday , 13th January 2026

Kebs Gets a High-tech Lab Upgrade for Sh67 Million.

Three cutting-edge laboratory pieces worth over Sh67 million have been put into service by the Kenya Bureau of Standards (KEBS).Through Trademark Africa, the British High Commission in Nairobi provided assistance in obtaining the equipment.The accomplishment is a major step toward strengthening Kenya's technical ability to guarantee high-quality, safe food, agricultural, and industrial products for both domestic and foreign markets.A Microwave.... Read more »

Posted on : Thursday , 8th January 2026

Tanzania Implements Policy to Encourage Local Pharmaceutical Production Through Quick Investment Approvals

On December 23, 2025 the statement was made during a high-level conference attended by pharmaceutical companies along with healthcare industry stakeholders. According to Health Minister Mohamed Mchengerwa, the growth of pharmaceutical manufacture is no longer a long-term goal but rather a verified national policy objective. According to him, Tanzania's health security plan will give priority to domestic production that conforms to.... Read more »

Posted on : Tuesday , 6th January 2026

Kenya and the US Reach a Sh208 Billion Agreement to Improve Primary Healthcare

A five-year, Sh208 billion ($2.5 billion) Health Cooperation Agreement between Kenya and the United States aims to improve Kenya's health system by providing steady funding, improving institutions and encouraging long-term sustainability. The arrangement, which was named a "game changer" by Kenya's Principal Secretary for Medical Services Ouma Oluga, moves the emphasis from traditional aid to a co-investment, accountability and domestic.... Read more »

Posted on : Tuesday , 6th January 2026



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