A Portrait of Progress: Why It’s Time for President Samia to Grace Our Currency
The greatest challenge facing Tanzania’s idealism today is the threat of history being confined to a political watershed of…
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Balancing Political and Economic Goals: The Challenges Ahead for the EAC
In the East African Community (EAC), the concept of “Kupokezana Kijiti,” Swahili for “passing the baton,” embodies the principles of rotational leadership among member states. This system symbolizes unity, shared responsibility, and equal representation in steering the region’s agenda. It ensures inclusivity and prevents dominance by any single member, fostering deeper regional integration. […]
Exclusive Interview with Dr Ibrahim Mwangalaba, the founding Managing Director – Maendeleo Bank
An Exclusive Interview Dr. Ibrahim Mwangalaba, the founding…
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Tanzania’s Resource Potential: How Commodities Can Shape its Global Power and Influence
Tanzania’s resource wealth, including vast reserves of natural gas, critical minerals, and agricultural potential, positions the country as an emerging player on the global stage. These resources fuel economic growth and underpin nations’…
North Mara Gold Mine’s Human Rights Allegations: Are International Reports Telling the Whole Truth?
The adage that Truth is the first victim in all wars…
Human Rights Watch, Whose Right is More Right Than the Other in North Mara?
Article 29 of the Universal Declaration of Human Rights (UDHR) states…
A Comprehensive Review of Tanzania’s Ministry of Minerals 2024-25 Budget Execution
The mining industry in Tanzania, particularly gold mining, has continued to…
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How Climate Change is Reshaping Tanzania’s Future: A Fight for Resilience
Under the blazing sun in Dar es Salaam, local…
How Industry 5.0 and Love Can Build a Wasteless Future: Embracing Sustainability through Local Shopping and Ethical Innovation
Our choices shape the path ahead as we move towards…
Climate Finance at COP29: Will Africa Get the Support It Needs?
The climate crises in Africa have frequent and severe…
Finance COP or Staggering COP29? Diverging Views from Developed and Developing Nations
COP29, which started on the 11th and ended on the 22nd of November 2024, has observed melting of two weeks with little more than expected. While participants were packing,…
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Burn It or Bank On It: Should Tanzania Rethink Its Marijuana Policy?
For years, we have seen a lot of cases concerning marijuana, and many giants in the business have been caught and taken to court. Even recently, we have witnessed the burning of more…
Cultivating the Future: How Agriculture’s Past Shapes Today’s Sustainable Solutions
Agriculture, the practice of cultivating land and raising livestock for food…
Advancing Maize Farming in Tanzania: An Experience from Large-Scale Farms Visit in Rukwa Region
Several days ago, a team of 8 researchers from the Sokoine…
How Agriculture Sector Act as a Center Bolt to Other Sector’s Development in Tanzania
Agriculture can be referred to as the production, processing, promotion and…
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Africapitalism: How Infrastructure and Private Sector Investment Can Drive Africa’s Future
Africapitalism, a philosophy championed by Tony Elumelu, emphasizes the private sector’s transformative power in driving economic growth and social progress across Africa. It calls for businesses to go beyond profit-making and invest in…
Don’t Listen to Your Customer: Behavior Change in the Informal African Retail Sector
When we launched Sarafu, a B2B commerce app enabling retail FMCG shops to place…
The Adani Group’s Alleged Bribery Scandal: What It Means for Tanzania and Kenya’s Contracts
The FBI has charged Indian business mogul Gautam Adani with bribing…
Digital Lending in East Africa: Growth, Regulation, and the Future of Fintech Innovation
Digital lending has rapidly transformed the financial landscape of East Africa,…
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Transformers in AI: The Game-Changer That Could Make Chatbots Obsolete
If AI engineers have their way, chatbots could soon be a distraction, thanks to Transformers. Transformers is a new kid on the AI block that aims to control all kinds of robots. The…
How AI Learns and Adapts: The Technology Behind Smarter Apps
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is becoming the secret ingredient that transforms ordinary…
So You Wanna Leave Your Job For A Startup? Get to Know the Transition From Corporate to Startups
After a stint at a UK-based NGO and then the ILO, I went into banking.…
Distribution is King, Even in AI products, The Real Winners Might be Meta, Google and Apple
In Tech, Having the best product is relatively easy. Building a…
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Workplace Affairs: Are They Worth the Drama and Risk?
Relationships at work may not necessarily be smooth because…
Legal Battle Over Mengi’s Billion-Dollar Empire Offers Lessons in Marriage & Financial Well-Being
The demise of the business mogul, Dr. Reginald Abraham…
Tanzania’s Hub Wins at Global Shapers Summit: What’s Next for Education and Gender Equality?
The recent accolade awarded to the Dar Es Salaam…
Are Domestic Workers’ Rights Protected Under Labour Legislation in Tanzania?
In the heart of Tanzanian households, amidst the bustle of daily life, lies a workforce often rendered invisible: domestic workers. These individuals, the nannies, cleaners, and cooks who care…