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Finance Minister Dr. Cassiel Ato Forson has announced the government will eliminate the COVID-19 health recovery levy as part of significant Value Added Tax reforms. He stated that the changes, designed to simplify the tax system and support businesses, also include ending the decoupling of the...

A delegation, including Volta Regional Minister James Gunu and traditional leaders, observed the ongoing military recruitment exercise at the Ho Sports Stadium. The event, organized by the Ghana Armed Forces, has attracted over four thousand applicants to the regional capital for initial...

The Principal of the Accra Technical Training Centre, Mr. Zako Dometi, has declared Technical and Vocational Education and Training a national imperative for Ghana's development. Speaking at a conference for technical institution principals, he described TVET as the most reliable route toward...

Tanzania has announced it will host Africa's first major fresh produce and flower trade exhibition, named Horti Logistica Africa. The event, a collaboration between the Tanzania Horticultural Association and the government, will be held annually in Arusha starting in June 2026. It is designed to...

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 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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

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...

Zanzibar experienced a significant surge in tourism, with international arrivals for October 2025 reaching over 86,700 visitors. This figure represents a 24 percent increase compared to the same period the previous year. Europe served as the primary source market, accounting for over 67 percent...

The Tanzania Rural and Urban Roads Agency has granted a 100-day extension to the contractor for the TACTICS road project in Geita Town. This new deadline, set for February 8, 2026, follows significant implementation delays. Project Consultant Engineer Rechnold Manyanga reported that the work...

Residents of Shanake Shehia in Micheweni District, Pemba, have requested that the government establish a fisheries training college in their area. They explained that fishing is their primary economic activity but current traditional methods limit their income and promote unsustainable...

The Kibaha Municipal Council Executive Director, Dr. Rodgers Shemwelekwa, has urged residents to support government-led development projects for their own benefit. He made this appeal following an inspection tour of eight projects in Picha ya Ndege Ward valued at 1.6 billion shillings. The...

A national meeting in Dodoma has charted a course for Tanzania's agricultural modernization, focusing on mechanization as a key driver. Stakeholders reviewed a study indicating strong demand for machinery and significant opportunities for youth and women as operators and service providers...

The Personal Data Protection Commission has instructed the National Health Insurance Fund to establish a strategic partnership for safeguarding member information. During a meeting in Dodoma, the Commission's CEO, Dr. Emmanuel Mkiria, emphasized the legal obligation of the NHIF to protect...

Erasto Sima, the Bukoba District Commissioner, has called for a collaborative effort between parents and teachers to address significant issues of student truancy and dropouts. He identified parental involvement as essential for improving academic results and student retention. Sima stressed...