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Tanzania Advances Road Infrastructure with 558 New Street Lights

The Government of Tanzania is set to install 558 street lights along the 76-kilometre Ntyuka–Mvumi–Kikombo road in Chamwino District, Dodoma Region, as part of the ongoing road development project.  The initiative highlights the growing role of public lighting infrastructure in Tanzania’s broader transport and urban development plans. The road is being upgraded to tarmac standards, with the planned lighting system expected to.... Read more »

Posted on : Tuesday , 1st September 2026

Tanzania's attempts to improve investment, business environment hit sky-high success

Tanzania's business, industrial, and investment environment is starting to improve as a result of initiatives carried out by the Ministry of Industry and Trade and its affiliated agencies. During a meeting in Dodoma to evaluate the execution of initiatives by the Ministry of Industry and Trade through its institutions, Deodatus Mwanyika, the Chairperson of the Parliamentary Standing Committee on Industry, Trade, Agriculture, and Livestock,.... Read more »

Posted on : Tuesday , 1st September 2026

Second Phase of Sh204.4 Billion Solar Project Set for Completion in 17 Months

In front of Minister for Energy Deogratius Ndejembi, Lazaro Twange, Managing Director of Tanzania Electric Supply Company (Tanesco), and François Jiria, representing contractors Sagemcom Energy & Telecom SAS and STEG International Services, sign the agreement. HELLEN MDINDA Kishapu's photo. As part of the second phase of a solar power project being carried out in the area, residents of Ngunga village in Kishapu District will benefit from.... Read more »

Posted on : Tuesday , 1st September 2026

Tanzania's E-mobility Framework is Expected to Increase EV Adoption

Tanzania is increasingly exploring alternative energy solutions as it seeks to reduce its dependence on imported fossil fuels. Among the options gaining attention is electric mobility, which has the potential to support a gradual transition away from conventional petroleum-powered transportation. Recent developments have contributed to growing interest in electric vehicles (EVs) among Tanzanian consumers, particularly electric two- and.... Read more »

Posted on : Tuesday , 1st September 2026

KSh5.3 Trillion 2027/28 Budget Could Shape Kenya’s Construction Pipeline

Kenya’s proposed 2027/28 national budget of KSh5.323 trillion could have significant implications for the country’s construction and infrastructure sector. The figure, contained in the Draft 2026 Budget Review and Outlook Paper, represents an increase from the KSh4.746 trillion approved budget for 2026/27.For the construction industry, the key issue will be how the proposed spending is ultimately allocated to infrastructure, public works,.... Read more »

Posted on : Tuesday , 1st September 2026

Sh1.8 Million Trade Highlights Growing Opportunities for Wood & Timber in Tanzania

Tanzania’s construction sector continues to generate opportunities across the country’s building-material supply chain, including growing demand for wood, timber and other forest-based construction materials. As housing, commercial buildings and infrastructure projects expand, the wood sector is well positioned to support construction through timber products, structural wood, doors, roofing components, furniture and other value-added.... Read more »

Posted on : Tuesday , 1st September 2026

$77.4 Million Iron Mining Initiative Hits Major Milestone

Tanzania has taken a major step toward domestic iron production as the $77.4 million (or $77.45 million in subsequent official documents) Maganga Matitu iron ore development in Njombe Region's Ludewa District transitions into its construction phase. Being executed as a collaborative joint venture between Tanzania's National Development Corporation (NDC) and China’s Fujian Hexingwang Industry Tanzania Co Ltd following an investment pact.... Read more »

Posted on : Tuesday , 1st September 2026

Tanzania and Korea Ink a $9 Billion Pact to Improve Dodoma’s Water Services

A project to enhance water services and lower water losses in Dodoma City and Bahi District has received a 9 billion rupee grant from the Government of the Republic of Korea. An agreement for a water pipeline project was signed by Ms. Eun Ju Ahn, the ambassador of the Republic of Korea to Tanzania, and Engineer Mwajuma Waziri, the permanent secretary in the Ministry of Water, with the goal of enhancing water distribution and lowering water.... Read more »

Posted on : Tuesday , 1st September 2026

Tanzania Hails Progress in Sea-Based Nuclear Power Initiatives

The outgoing Energy minister, Deogratius Ndejembi, made this statement at a two-day high-level meeting, during which the UN agency highlighted the necessity of enhancing dialogue, fostering innovation, and aiding its member states in advancing maritime transport as a key element in the global clean energy transition. The gathering that initiated the ATLAS initiative was influenced by worldwide endeavors to adopt nuclear energy applications.... Read more »

Posted on : Monday , 31st August 2026

The President of Tanzania Calls on African Countries to Increase Domestic Investment in Health

According to an official statement, Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan encouraged African nations to increase domestic investment in the health care sector in order to form strong, environmentally friendly and independent healthcare systems. According to a statement released by the Directorate of Presidential Communications, made the request while speaking at a special health meeting of African Union heads of state and government in.... Read more »

Posted on : Thursday , 6th August 2026

Kenya Secures a KSh 10.4 Billion Collaboration to Rapidly Implement Improvements in Maternal and Newborn Health

After the signing of a Collaboration Framework between the Ministry of Health and the Beginnings Fund, Kenya has intensified its efforts to end avoidable maternal and newborn deaths. This represents a significant milestone in the advancement of equitable, superior maternal and newborn healthcare through nationwide led reforms. In order to support Kenya's maternal and newborn health goals and promote the execution of the Every Woman Every.... Read more »

Posted on : Thursday , 6th August 2026

Chinese Automakers Drive Growth in Tanzania's Vehicle Market

Chinese automakers are strengthening their footprint in Tanzania as higher taxes on older imported vehicles begin reshaping one of East Africa's fastest-growing automotive markets. For many years, Tanzania's vehicle market has been dominated by used cars imported from Japan, thanks to their affordability, reliability, and low maintenance costs. Although taxes on older imported vehicles have increased, demand for second-hand Japanese.... Read more »

Posted on : Tuesday , 4th August 2026



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