Author: Giza Mdoe

Tanzania fertiliser subsidy programme a big boost for the agriculture sector. Youth urged to invest in agriculture, to earn a living, check joblessness and cultivate food security. Tanzania’s fertiliser subsidy programme is evolving into a vital cog in driving the country’s quest for agricultural transformation and national development. Widely lauded by stakeholders, the initiative is being credited with unlocking new potential in the sector — improving access to inputs, boosting productivity, and laying the foundation for long-term food security. A recent nationwide survey by the Tanzania Fertiliser Regulatory Authority (TFRA) underscores the programme’s growing impact. The assessment, which gathered feedback…

New wells to be drilled at Mnazi Bay starting November 2025. The last time the country drilled gas well was about 10 years ago. Investment comes even as Europe looks set to reduce gas dependency in the backdrop of energy crisis. Natural gas continue to be a priority area of investment for the Tanzanian government as the country looks to diversify its energy sources and go green. The affirmation was made by the Petroleum Upstream Regulatory Authority (PURA) which is currently undertaking various measures to increase output and distribution of natural gas. Speaking at the ongoing Public Service Week exhibitions taking…

US tariffs take center stage at U.S.-Africa Business Summit. AfDB president and others call on US to rethink tariffs. US tariffs, travel restrictions hurt US-Africa relations. US tariffs are again center stage of African news with African leaders calling for ‘an urgent review of U.S. tariffs on African exports. The call was made at the U.S.-Africa business summit in the capital of Angola, Luanda earlier this week. Addressing more than 2,000 government and business leaders, and other delegates at the summit, Angolan President João Lourenço said, “It is time to replace the logic of aid with the logic of investment and…

Tanzania disburses $16.8 million to locals in carbon credits earnings. Country now boasts of 73 registered projects currently at various stages of implementation. The projects cover several sectors: forestry (51%), energy (33%), agriculture (8%), livestock (5%) and waste management (3%). Tanzania distributed $16.8 million to citizens across 10 local government authorities as revenue from the sale of carbon credits. The announcement was made by Deputy Minister of State in the Vice-President’s Office (Union and Environment), Mr Khamis Hamza Khamis in the National Assembly while responding to a primary question from Special Seats MP Bernadetha Mushashu, who inquired about the benefits…

China to elimanate all tariffs for African countries. China tariff deal looks set to counter US tariffs sting on Africa and further cement trade between the two regions. China makes tariff deal with Africa as part of BRICS development initiatives. China zero tariffs to Africa: China is negotiating a new economic deal with all African countries that will eliminate all tariffs and give them special market access. “This latest development could significantly benefit all the least developed countries (LDCs) in Africa and boost their respective economies. China is ready to welcome quality products from Africa to the Chinese market,” China’s…

BURN clean cookstove manufacturer wins Ashden Award Winner for Outstanding Achievement. BURN sold $37 million of credits on the carbon market. BURN’s stoves have generated 9.5M Gold Standard credits. BURN, a clean cookstoves manufacturer and carbon project developer, has been named the 2025 Ashden Award Winner for Outstanding Achievement under the Global South category. “This marks another major milestone in the company’s mission to save lives and forest through its clean cooking appliances,” Peter Scott, Founder and CEO of BURN, commented in a press release following the announcement. The announcement was made during the 25th anniversary Ashden Awards ceremony at…

Tanzania enters talks with US on travel ban. Up to 25 African countries facing US travel ban. US cites security reasons for Africa trave ban. The government of Tanzania has begun formal consultations with the United States seeking to resolve any and all issues that could bar Tanzanian citizens from entering the U.S.A. According to a statement released by the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Information, Culture, Arts and Sports,  who also serves as the Government Spokesperson Gerson Msigwa, the discussions are focused on improving consular systems to resolve the matter quickly. “I wish to inform the public that…

Debt relief could boost development in African countries caught in illegal migration of youth into the EU, Italian official states.  Already, Italy is leading a spirited push for debt relief, targeting African countries.  Italy’s Mattaei Plan seeks to convert some $270.67M of debt into development projects. Debt relief maybe the solution to curbing illegal North Africa migration into Europe, officials in Italy have said. In a press statement issued at the start of the week, Italy said it is working with the European Union on a debt-relief plan for African countries, as part of its broader push to foster development on…

150 companies impact a third of the world’s water usage. For every $1 invested in water and sanitation, there is an economic return of between $3 and $34. Africa water crisis is worsening poverty levels, derailing development. Water management is a basic necessity for modern development in any nation. Water waste needs to become a thing of the past and that growing a business goes hand in hand with solving the water crisis. These are the views of Christophe Beck, chairman and CEO of Ecolab, a US based company that provides a wide range of water management and hygiene products…

China grows its influence in Tanzania with increased investment. China-Tanzania launch the Dar es Salaam Consensus.  Chinese investment in Tanzania increased more than 40 percent.  China influence in Africa is growing exponentially with Beijing exploiting its economic power to gain more influence in the geopolitical arena and in particular, it has focused on growing its influence in Africa. Notably, Chinese investment in Tanzania has increased by more than 40 percent in recent years, reaching USD 4 billion last year, and both countries have pledged to foster their economic ties even further, increasing China influence in the country. “According to the…