Daniel Sillo, the legislator for Babati Rural, has been unanimously elected as the National Assembly's Deputy Speaker. He received all 371 votes cast, becoming the seventeenth individual to hold the position.
Mr. Sillo, who was the sole candidate, replaces Mussa Azzan Zungu, recently elected as the Assembly's Speaker. Following his election, Mr. Sillo took the oath of office and pledged to collaborate closely with the Speaker to manage parliamentary duties. He vowed to uphold the constitution and parliamentary rules while overseeing debates for the nation's benefit.
His political career includes winning the Babati Rural constituency in 2020 after an initial attempt in 2015. Before his new role, he served as the Chairperson of...
The Executive Director of Kibaha Municipal Council, Dr. Rodgers Shemwelekwa, has urged residents to support government-led development projects intended to improve their livelihoods. He made this statement following a tour of eight projects in Picha ya Ndege Ward valued at 1.6 billion shillings.
Inspected initiatives included business center construction, road maintenance, and classroom builds at Lulanzi and Mkuza Primary Schools, funded by the council. The team also reviewed the ongoing construction of a district hospital and the procurement of its medical equipment, a venture jointly financed by the government and the municipal council.
Residents of the ward reportedly expressed their gratitude for these efforts. They pledged their...
Tanzania's police force has issued a public warning against participating in online groups organized by individuals allegedly planning criminal activities under the guise of peaceful demonstrations. Authorities stated that such acts are criminal offenses and that legal action will be taken against anyone involved.
The police announced the arrest of Ambrose Leonce Dede, a security guard with African Safari Security Company and a member of CHADEMA. He was apprehended in Ikungi District, Singida Region, for allegedly using a WhatsApp group named Sauti Ya Watanzania to incite criminal acts. Investigators reported that evidence shows Dede collaborated with other individuals, both within and outside Tanzania, to coordinate unlawful...
Dodoma Region's Coordinator for Non-Communicable Diseases, Dr. Missana Yango, is urging residents to participate in a free health screening campaign. He emphasized that early detection through such checkups is essential for identifying health risks and starting treatment promptly. The initiative, located at Nyerere Square, provides complimentary screenings for conditions including high blood pressure, diabetes, cancer, and heart disease, alongside nutrition counseling.
Dr. Yango explained that the campaign is a government effort led by the Ministry of Health and the Dodoma City Medical Officer. It aims to counter the growing rate of non-communicable diseases, which are becoming more common due to lifestyle shifts. One participant...
Mining and quarrying led private sector credit growth in Tanzania, expanding by 32.4 percent over the year ending in October. This surge, reported by the Bank of Tanzania, significantly outpaced the growth in agriculture and trade, signaling heightened investment and confidence in the extractive industries. The central bank's review linked this trend to rising demand for construction materials and energy resources.
Personal loans, which primarily finance micro, small, and medium-sized enterprises, continued to represent the largest portion of private sector credit. The extended broad money supply also saw substantial growth, driven mainly by this robust credit expansion to private businesses. Analysts view this sustained financial...
The Benjamin Mkapa Hospital recently concluded a two-day health outreach program for employees at the Ministry of Community Development, Gender, Women, and Special Groups. The initiative provided free screenings for HIV/AIDS, Hepatitis, mental health, and non-communicable diseases to 98 staff members, alongside health education sessions.
Ministry officials stated that the program allowed employees to understand their health status and learn preventive measures, which promotes overall well-being and improves workplace efficiency. An internal medicine specialist from the hospital, Dr. Happy Kassim, commended the strong participation and encouraged other public institutions to organize similar on-site health camps. He emphasized that such...
The Ministry of Education has directed the College of Business Education to develop and enhance both short and long-term business education programs. Permanent Secretary Professor Carolyne Nombo stated that this initiative aims to produce qualified teachers and strengthen business training nationwide. She highlighted that the revised education policy now mandates Business Studies as a compulsory subject for all students, positioning it as a key solution for youth unemployment.
Professor Nombo urged the college to prepare policy briefs to guide government decisions and emphasized the importance of translating research into accessible public knowledge. She also confirmed the college is being considered for a 26.5 billion shilling project...
Industry specialists are emphasizing the critical need for regular safety inspections of vehicles using Compressed Natural Gas. John Enock, a director at Jampion CNG Inspection Services, explained that this new technology involves handling highly pressurized cylinders, making thorough checks essential for public safety and confidence. The inspection process examines cylinder conditions, gas flow systems, and safety fittings before certifying a vehicle.
The current inspection fee is set at 30,000 shillings for Bajaj vehicles and 50,000 for cars, a cost some drivers find excessive. Agapatus Gurti, a specialist from the Dar es Salaam Institute of Technology, suggested these rates could be reviewed through stakeholder consultation. In...
Vodacom shares have maintained a strong performance on the Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange, with their value consistently exceeding 570 shillings per share and recently reaching 600 shillings. This upward trend, which began at the start of November, reflects growing investor confidence in the telecommunications company.
The rally follows the release of Vodacom Group's financial results, which showed a 25.8 percent increase in net profit for the quarter ending in September. The company's revenue also grew significantly by 22.7 percent, reaching 469.4 billion shillings. A notable turnaround in foreign currency transactions, resulting in a net gain, contributed to this robust performance alongside solid operational results.
This financial...
