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  Dar es Salaam, June 26, 2026 – The Commissioner General of the Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA), Yusuph Juma Mwenda , has urged retired TRA employees to serve as Tax Ambassadors by promoting tax awareness and encouraging voluntary tax compliance across communities. Mwenda made the remarks during a special event held in Dar es Salaam to honor retired TRA staff for their contribution to the institution's growth as part of the Authority's 30th anniversary celebrations . The event also precedes the President's Best Taxpayer Awards , which are scheduled to be presented on July 1, 2026 , at the Mlimani City Conference Centre in Dar es Salaam. Speaking at the ceremony, Mwenda said TRA highly values the dedication and commitment of its former employees, noting that the Authority's achievements over the past three decades are built on the strong foundation they established. "Today, we have invited you to express our gratitude for your outstanding service over the pa...

  Dar es Salaam Kidoti Foundation founder Jokate Mwegelo has signed a partnership agreement with Oryx Energies aimed at empowering beauty salon owners across Tanzania to adopt clean energy solutions in their daily operations. The collaboration marks a significant step toward promoting renewable energy use within the beauty industry while reducing reliance on conventional energy sources that may have negative environmental impacts. Speaking during the signing ceremony, Jokate said the initiative will equip salon owners with the knowledge and access to clean energy technologies that will improve business efficiency and lower operating costs. "We want to see the beauty industry grow alongside environmental conservation. Through this partnership, we will empower salon owners to embrace clean energy that is safe, affordable, and environmentally friendly," she said. Oryx Energies reaffirmed its commitment to working with various stakeholders to promote the adoption of clean...

  The Government of Tanzania has announced that the country remains free of Ebola cases and continues to implement a range of measures to strengthen its preparedness against the disease while supporting regional efforts to contain its spread. Speaking to journalists in Dodoma today, Minister for Health Mohamed Mchengerwa said the government has put in place comprehensive strategies to ensure the country remains protected from the threat of Ebola, which has been reported in some neighboring countries. Among the measures undertaken are the stocking of adequate personal protective equipment (PPE) in medical supply warehouses, the establishment of two additional laboratories for Ebola testing and diagnosis, and the strengthening of surveillance and monitoring systems at border points and health facilities across the country. Mchengerwa noted that more than 45,000 people have received training on Ebola prevention and control measures, aimed at enhancing public awareness and national...

KONGWA, DODOMA – The Tanzania Electric Supply Company (TANESCO) has completed major power infrastructure projects aimed at improving electricity reliability in Dodoma Region, benefiting residents of Gairo, Mpwapwa, Kongwa, Chamwino and Kiteto districts. The projects, valued at more than TSh 10.5 billion, were commissioned on June 16, 2026, in Mbande, Kongwa District, by the Minister for Energy, Deogratius Ndejembi. They include a switching station, a 20 MVA Automatic Voltage Regulator (AVR) transformer, and a 33kV transmission line stretching 92 kilometres from the Zuzu Power Receiving and Substation Centre to Mbande. Speaking during the launch, Minister Ndejembi said the investment reflects the Sixth-Phase Government’s commitment under President Samia Suluhu Hassan to ensuring reliable electricity supply for social and economic development. He noted that the new infrastructure has significantly improved power stability in the region, addressing long-standing challenges where faul...

  DAR ES SALAAM – NMB Bank Chief Executive Officer, Ruth Zaipuna, has said the launch of the NMB Mkononi Super App has created new opportunities for customers, including enabling small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) to apply for loans of up to TSh 5 million directly through their mobile phones. Zaipuna said the achievement is the result of significant investments in technology made by the bank over the past five years to ensure its services meet international standards. According to her, the Super App has been designed to meet the needs of the digital generation by allowing users to manage their finances anytime and anywhere. She added that the platform has enhanced the management of social and economic groups by enabling users to open accounts, manage contributions, administer internal loans and access financial reports more transparently without the need for physical meetings. The app has also introduced digital insurance services, including motor vehicle, motorcycle an...

DAR ES SALAAM – Small-scale traders and motorcycle taxi operators in the Mwenge area of Dar es Salaam have announced that they will not take part in the demonstrations planned for July 7, 2026, citing concerns over peace, security and the potential impact on their businesses. The traders said the decision was reached after internal consultations, during which members reflected on the consequences of the unrest that occurred on October 29, 2025. They noted that the disturbances resulted in loss of lives, destruction of property and significant damage to businesses. Speaking on behalf of the traders, Mwenge Market vendor Tumaini Ulotu said the business community had unanimously agreed to continue with its normal activities on the day of the planned demonstrations. “We do not see any benefit in these demonstrations. Our past experience showed us the devastating consequences, including the loss of relatives and friends, while many businesses were either damaged or completely destroyed. On ...