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Tanzania Leading Newspaper publisher. Home of Great Newspapers, The Guardian and Nipashe The Guardian publications comprise of six (6) newspapers.
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Highly experienced editors work with over 250 reporters and correspondents throughout East Africa to produce niche and mass circulation publications that provide an efficient and cost effective advertising vehicle. The Guardian Limited has its own printing unit that ensures timely and quality production of its publications.

05/09/2024

AN Education Sector Assessment (ESA, 2024) report under the Adult and Community Education Programme shows that 97,217 learners used 1,851 centres in 2023, where 39,789 men and 57,428 women attended.

Omar Kipanga, the Education, Science and Technology deputy minister, unveiled this expectation in the National Assembly here yesterday, responding to a supplementary question from Shally Raymond (Special Seats).

Under the basic education for out-of-school children, programme 57,843 students benefited, learning at 2,557 centres in 2023, with 32,141 boys and 25,702 girls.

Similarly, in the integrated post-basic education programme (IPPE) a total of 9,368 students were involved at 89 centres, while the integrated secondary education for out-of-school youth programme (IPOSA) had 42,183 youths learning at 85 centres.
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05/09/2024

DEBATE on penalties for individuals convicted of child r**e resurfaced in the National Assembly yesterday, as some MPs called for significant amendments to the law, including proposals for the death penalty or castration of perpetrators.

Najma Murtaza Giga (Special Seats), in a primary question, inquired whether the government was considering a bill to impose the death penalty on those who r**e children under the age of nine.

Ritha Kabati (Special Seats) noted in a supplementary question an alarming increase in r**e cases, particularly featuring youths in Iringa Region, where minors under 18 are sexually assaulted by their peers.

Questioning the adequacy of current legal provisions for the young offenders she said that r**e has become a pervasive habit across the country. "Some have suggested that rapists should be executed. However, could we also consider castration as a viable alternative, given the severity of the problem?"
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05/09/2024

BELGIUM has expressed its support for the clean cooking energy campaign, ready to collaborate with Tanzania in its Africa-wide propagation, the government has stated.

Deputy Prime Minister and Energy minister Dr Doto Biteko reached this accord with Belgian Energy minister Tinne van der Straeten at a continental conference to discuss the use of hydrogen in electricity generation, held in the Namibian capital of Windhoek.

The use of hydrogen parallels exploration of other clean energy sources including natural gas, especially as President Samia Suluhu Hassan champions the use of natural gas to replace charcoal burning and firewood.

The conference is discussing energy alternatives for the development of the entire African continent, with a plethora of issues to be addressed, as to the focus of domestic energy and industrial energy generation, officials said.
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05/09/2024

Tanzania has become a demonstration zone for deepening high-quality Belt and Road cooperation between China and African countries, Chinese President Xi Jinping has declared.

The view was expressed at a meeting with President Samia Suluhu Hassan yesterday, on the sidelines of the 2024 Summit of the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC).

He emphasized that Tanzania is where China first put forward its Africa policy for the new era, as the two leaders discussed various ways to strengthen cooperation.

Various African leaders are in Beijing for the China-Africa Forum Summit, where the Chinese leader cited the Dar es Salaam Consensus jointly issued by Chinese and African scholars in Tanzania back in March.
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04/09/2024

PRESIDENTt Samia Suluhu Hassan , Chinese President Xi Jinping, and Zambian President Hakainde Hichilema today Wednesday September 4, 2024 jointly witnessed the signing of a memorandum of understanding on the revitalization project of the Tanzania-Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA) railway.

04/09/2024

PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan greeting the Chinese President Xi Jinping, shortly after they met at the Great Hall of the People today September 4, 2024 in Beijing China.

03/09/2024

Tanzanian economists have called for the removal of trade barriers between China and Tanzania to promote a fair balance of trade.

Their suggestions came ahead of the Forum on China–Africa Cooperation (FOCAC), set to take place in Beijing from September 4th to 6th this year.

FOCAC serves as the main platform for China to provide resources to African countries, offering support through debt forgiveness, aid grants, concessional loans, and interest-free loans.

Dr. Nassib Mramba, a Senior Lecturer at the College of Business Education (CBE), emphasized the importance of bilateral trade agreements, including the adoption of the Chinese Yuan for trade transactions.

He noted that such agreements would facilitate smoother trade between the two nations, reducing barriers for both exports and imports.

Currently, the balance of trade is unequal, with China exporting significantly more to Tanzania than it imports from the country.

03/09/2024

Crown Paints is excited to announce the launch of its new depot in Dar es Salaam, Mikocheni near Coca Cola.

The new depot is an additional to the Showroom which is located in Kariakoo Nasra Tower Ground floor.

Crown Paints Tanzania has also been honored with the prestigious Paints Manufacturer of The Year 2024 award in the Large Size category.

The award was presented by the esteemed multinational consulting and market research organization, Eastern Star Consulting Group Tanzania, under the auspices of the Tanzania Institute of Managers (TIM).

03/09/2024

President Samia Suluhu Hassan has today arrived at the Beijing Capital International Airport in China for the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) Summit to be held September 4th to September 6th this year.

02/09/2024

Flightlink Limited today welcomed a new 72-seater ATR 500 aircraft in its existing fleet. The purchase of this new Aircraft has been fully funded by Diamond Trust Bank Tanzania PLC (DTB-Tanzania).
The new ATR 500 aircraft will operate between Dar es salaam, Zanzibar, Arusha and Mombasa.

Speaking to members of press during the unveiling ceremony of the new Aircraft, DTB CEO Mr. Ravneet Chowdhury said, “We are proud finance Flighlink Limited in purchasing the 72-seater ATR 500 aircraft that will improve the firm’s ability to carry more passengers between Dar es salaam, Zanzibar and Arusha route which is a predominantly tourists travel corridor.”

He further said that the growth of aviation is a key pillar in realization of Tanzania as a preferred tourist destination as echoed in the Royal Tour by her Excellency the President of the United Republic of Tanzania.

Munawer Dhirani, Flightlink Limited CEO passionately articulated the company’s vision to revolutionize travel in Tanzania. He emphasized the integration of air travel as a key component of the nation’s transportation framework, underscoring the company’s commitment to its mission.
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02/09/2024

Chinese and African leaders will meet in Beijing this week for the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation. What progress has been made in Sino-Africa economic and trade since the last FOCAC summit? more on :https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-Md80xsAe8&t=1sindustrialization/2713073

02/09/2024

THIS year’s Ndondo Cup has become more than just a local football tournament; it has transformed into a critical public health outreach initiative, providing essential HIV and vaccination services to nearly 10,000 youth aged 15-24.

The significant evolution is the collaborative efforts of the United States government through USAID and PEPFAR, alongside the Breakthrough ACTION project, Ministry of Health, and local organizers.

Emphasizing the importance of collaboration, Waziri Nyoni, Chief of Party for the Breakthrough ACTION project in Tanzania said: “The success of this initiative highlights the transformative impact of teamwork in advancing public health. Our efforts with the Government of Tanzania and USG partners were pivotal in removing barriers to essential health services for men and youth.”

31/08/2024

PRIME Minister Kassim Majaliwa has launched the third phase of the Publication on Basic Demographic and Socioeconomic Profile report comprising six analysed, published and disseminated results

The documents launched are the Tanzania Basic Demographic, Socioeconomic Profile, Tanzania Building Census 2022, policy briefs and brochures.

Speaking at the launch in Dar es Salaam at the weekend, the PM said the launch makes a total of 17 reports launched so far.

During the event, the premier issued six directives to ministries, local government authorities and other organisations to use the reports in their development planning.

“Census report is a basic requirement especially in this era where there are a number of emerging development matters aimed at responding to needs,” he said.
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31/08/2024

SECOND Vice President of Zanzibar Hemed Suleiman Abdullah has said that the government will continue to award contracts to high-performing contractors who will be given priority in various projects.

He made the statement yesterday during the launch of refurbishment of educational infrastructure which includes renovation of dilapidated schools, at a ceremony in Cheju, South Unguja Region.

He encouraged local contractors to remain committed to the country's development for the benefit of both current and future generations.

Abdullah said that the government's goal is to ensure that pupils receive quality education free of charge and attend full school calendar.
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31/08/2024

THE government has been urged to review electricity prices following the completion of the Julius Nyerere Hydropower Project (JNHPP) to provide relief to consumers, the legislature has demanded.

Masache Kasaka (Lupa) asked in a supplementary question in the National Assembly why the government had not revised electricity prices despite the completion of the major power project.

Currently, the average price for one subsidised unit of electricity is 100/- (for normal usage of up to 75 units per month) while without subsidy the cost stands at 292/- for a unit, official figures show, while for consumers using more than 75 units per month, they pay 292/- per unit with subsidy, instead of 320/-.

Judith Kapinga, the Energy deputy minister, explained that electricity costs encompass production, distribution, transmission and preliminary investment costs, while current electricity prices include government subsidies designed to reduce the burden on specific sections of consumers.
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31/08/2024

THE Tanzania Port Authority (TPA) has reported a significant increase in cargo at the port of Dar es Salaam, with the number of containers rising from 7,151 in April to 20,151 in July this year.

Amos Makala, the ruling party secretary for Ideology, Publicity and Training was at the port as Josephat Lukindo, the TPA operations and coordination manager, outlined the investor’s drive to boost efficiency, as DP World invested in modern machinery through its Dar es Salaam subsidiary.

The key factor is a $250m by the Dubai-based global port management operator, to improve operations at berths 0 to 7, as a section of the port facilities was shifted to DP World in April.

The work included repairing existing equipment and acquiring new assets such as 20 tractors, 31 trailers, seven 10,000 KV generators for backup power and cranes for heavy cargo handling, the manager noted.
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31/08/2024

UNPAID debts to contractors, suppliers and service providers came up as a major debating issue in the National Assembly yesterday, with MPs calling on the government to address the matter urgently.

Bupe Mwakang’ata (Special Seats) said during the question and answer session that the government will pay contractors and suppliers in Rukwa Region awaiting payment for up to five years.

The various individuals have faced severe financial hardship, including asset seizures due to delayed payments, she said, noting that many contractors and suppliers have had to borrow from banks to complete their work, yet the government has not paid them on time.

“As a result, numerous individuals have lost their homes and vehicles. When will the government settle these debts?” the MP demanded, pointing out that numerous debts have been verified for over six months but remain unpaid, with arrears ranging from two to five years.
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31/08/2024

TANZANIA has nearly 3,000 patients suffering from kidney failure, with the government spending between 56bn/- to 80bn/- annually on dialysis supplies to ensure a steady supply of treatment drugs and caregiving.

Dr Omari Ubuguyu, assistant director of non-communicable diseases at the Health ministry made note of this situation in Dar es Salaam on Thursday at a workshop on media awareness on non-communicable diseases (NCDs).

Collective efforts are needed to enhance awareness to prevent the NCDs challenge and in delivering treatment, he said, pointing at the critical role of the media in educating the public on the situation, similarly expressing concern about the spread of misinformation.

The Tanzania Non-Communicable Diseases Alliance (TANCDA) organised the event which brought together experts, disease campaigners and representatives from various media outlets, with the ministerial director affirming that 70 percent of the 3,000 individuals face major health issues related to high blood pressure and diabetes.
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29/08/2024

Debit cards have become a way of life for many consumers. When you use a debit card, the purchase is deducted directly from your checking account. There are two ways to use a debit card; through an Automated Teller Machine (ATM) where you can withdraw cash or through a Point of Sale (POS) that accepts your type of debit card.

The majority of the banks offer MasterCard or Visa debit cards which offer convenience and versatility. Also, debit cards are great because there is no chance of spending more than you have hence no overdraft fees charges for you if you “Opt-Out” of overdraft protection.

However, this convenience and savings of overdraft fees come with certain risks and dangers that you need to understand before using your debit card freely.

The other type of bank card is a Credit card; the main difference between credit cards and debit cards is that, whatever you spend on the credit card, you will have to pay back, while with debit cards you are spending your own money.
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29/08/2024

AS Africa's youth population continues to grow, with one billion projected to be aged between 15 and 35 years by 2063, food processing offers a sustainable avenue for youth employment, a French-backed study has indicated.

Dr Ousmane Badiane, executive chairman of Akademiya 2063, and co-chairman of the Malabo Montpellier Panel which conducted the study, the first university being in Equatorial Guinea and the second on the French south coast, said that a growing class of wealthier, time-constrained, mostly urban populations in Africa was looking shelf-stable, ready-to-eat, ready-to-cook, or easy-to-prepare processed foods.

“This demographic pattern is changing the types and amounts of food in demand, and the food processing sector must advance rapidly to keep pace,” he said.

The continent's urban population is projected to increase from approximately 43 percent of total population in 2020 to 60 percent by 2050, with the middle class projected to account for 42 percent of the population by 2060, the report noted.
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29/08/2024

THE National Assembly yesterday passed the Aviation Act of Tanzania 2024, set to enable substantial reforms in the country's aviation sector, strengthening the Tanzania Airports Authority (TAA).

Transport minister Prof. Makame Mbarawa, who explained the bill in the National Assembly, stated that the purpose of the proposed legislation is to establish a robust legal framework for the management operation, and development of airports.

The bill addresses challenges faced by the TAA as the sole agency responsible for airport management, as the bill seeks to involve the private sector in improving airport infrastructure.

This arises from, the fact of recognizing that substantial financial investment is required to further develop the sector, while introducing provisions for offenses and penalties against individuals found in possession of fi****ms or explosives in a controlled or prohibited areas.
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29/08/2024

NATIONAL Assembly Speaker Dr Tulia Ackson has declared that if current practice of detaining people arbitrarily by district and regional commissioners continues, the law empowering them to do so would merit a review.

She issued this position when Mlimba MP Godwin Kunambi raised an urgent matter demanding that the legislature discuss actions of some RCs and DCs arresting people and detaining them for no reasonable cause, “as the situation puts in peril observance of human rights.”

Pointing at an incident in his constituency, he said that on Monday (August 26) the Kilombero DC visited Chiwachiwa village, beset with a land dispute pitting the Tanzania Forest Services Agency (TFS) and village residents.

He was asked by a councillor to verify the boundaries as the villagers believe they are within boundaries of their own zone, whereupon the DC ordered the arrest of village leaders, the councillor and 11 residents “who are still in custody,” the MP narrated.
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29/08/2024

News PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan has expressed dismay over a report from the Treasury Registrar that public organisations charged with doing business contribute only one percent of gross domestic income.

Opening the second meeting of board chairmen and heads of public institutions in Arusha yesterday, she said that the organisations should at least contribute 10 per cent, demanding that “we should ask ourselves how we feel about this.”

Laying emphasis on the need for domestic organizations to reflect on how to increase efficiency and effectiveness to achieve these goals, she said that public institutions that have failed to manage and advance various development projects hand over those projects to the private sector for further development.

“If you have failed to run or manage these projects, give them to the private sector to use or sell them. Return our money so we can use it elsewhere; why should we keep it when we don’t have the capability? Let them use it and return our money so we can handle other matters,” she told the gathering.
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28/08/2024

MARIAH Carey’s mother Patricia and sister Alison died on the same day over the weekend, the US singer has said in a statement.

“My heart is broken that I’ve lost my mother this past weekend,” Carey (pictured) said on Monday. “Sadly, in a tragic turn of events, my sister lost her life on the same day.”

The Grammy-winning singer said she felt blessed to have spent time with her mother in the week before her death and asked for privacy.

She gave no further details about either woman's cause of death.

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28/08/2024

A NEW report has revealed that approximately 69.4 percent of workers in the country are employed without formal contracts from their employers.

The 10th Business and Human Rights Report launched by Legal and Human Rights Centre (LHRC) in Dar es Salaam yesterday also found that women and people with disabilities are main victims of human rights violations in the business sector, particularly in accessing employment and services tailored to their needs.

The report shows a 4.8 percent increase in labour and employment opportunities compared to the 64.6 percent reported in the previous year, 2021/2022.

It indicates that only 37 percent of workers are aware of the existence of trade unions in the country. Other issues reported include unfair dismissal contrary to national procedures and laws, lack of benefits from social security funds and wages not aligned with current cost of living.
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28/08/2024

AFRICAN countries have been tasked to use integrated approaches against mosquito-transmitted diseases now on the rise across the continent.

Raman Velayudhan, the departmental head for veterinary public health, vector control and environment unit for the Global Neglected Tropical Diseases (NTDs) programme for the World Health Organisation (WHO) issued this appeal in Dar es Salaam on Monday at an international conference on advances in surveillance and control methods for aedes-transmitted diseases.

He emphasised on the need to enhance scientific and technical knowledge on the surveillance and control of mosquito vectors of emerging arboviruses, described in an online entry as infections caused by a group of viruses spread to people by the bite of infected arthropods (insects) such as mosquitoes and ticks.

“These infections usually occur during warm weather months when mosquitoes and ticks are active,” the entry affirms, while the WHO executive said that a total of 61,073 cases and 71 deaths were reported from 18 countries from the diseases this year, up to end of July
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28/08/2024

THE government has set aside 14bn/- to pay compensation to the residents of Engaruka Ward in Monduli District, Arusha Region to enable the construction of a soda ash factory, expected to start soon.

Dr Selemani Jafo, the Industry and Trade minister, made this affirmation here yesterday when visiting the project site, being conducted by the National Development Corporation (NDC).

Everyone who deserves to be compensated will be given their right amounts, he said, appealing that they avoid the temptation to cheat on the payment of compensation as the government has already verified the names of all those who deserve to be compensated.

He asked the Monduli District leadership to conduct a survey of areas surrounding the project to facilitate the construction of houses, industries and business premises in an attractive environment.
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28/08/2024

PRESIDENT Samia_suluhu_hassan has stated that African countries have a responsibility to ensure that the African Union (AU) remains cohesive by adhering to its key goals, including constitutional reforms.

The remarks were aired in the Kenyan capital of Nairobi at the official launch yesterday of ex-Kenyan premier Raila Amolo Odinga, a veteran partner in Kenya cabinet coalitions, to take over as chairman of the African Union Commission (AUC).

The campaigns will be pursued among AU members starting up to the February 2025 session of an ordinary summit of the continental organisation, set to hold a vote on the various contenders to replace outgoing chairman Moussa Faki Mahamat.

The president said that African countries need to recognize their duty to strengthen accountability inwardly, such that dissident groups lay down their arms.
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28/08/2024

BETWEEN 30 and 40 public institutions and agencies that have failed to operate sustainably without relying on government subsidies are to be dissolved during the current financial year, the government has indicated.

Nehemia Mchechu, the Treasury registrar, said this at a press briefing ahead of a workshop for board chairmen and chief executives of parastatal organisations starting today.

President Samia Suluhu Hassan will officiate at the opening of the workshop, intended to review the status of institutions that fail to contribute to government revenue, while there is a need to reduce dependency on government funds.

The Treasury Registrar’s office expects to see a decrease in the number of institutions reliant on government support, for instance as regards salaries and operational costs.
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27/08/2024

VICE President Dr Philip Mpango has urged the police, specifically the traffic unit, to tighten control over school buses.

Officiating at the national observance week for road safety and 50 years of the National Road Safety Council, he said that many of the buses do not meet road safety standards and are operated by unqualified drivers.

The police need to step up regulatory controls on school buses as many are not fit for road use, he elaborated, specifying that many such buses carry more passengers than their capacity, and the drivers lack proper qualifications.

He cited the case of an accident last April 12 in Arusha, where seven children died from driver negligence, saying that the police need to ensure that all drivers, especially those with licenses, observe all road driving safety regulations.
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#Updates President Samia Suluhu Hassan has today arrived at the Beijing Capital International Airport in China for the Forum on China-Africa Cooperation (FOCAC) Summit to be held September 4th to September 6th this year. #TheGuardianUpdates

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#Updates Anne Makinda, the census commissioner has applauded UNFPA and the High Commission, as having enabled other donor agencies to engage with NBS. UNFPA has supported NBS through the census process to the third data phase that proceeds to disseminate the analysis findings to the public, she said. The third phase is proceeding very well, with NBS facilitators meeting so many groups especially at the grassroots level, who appreciate the data as they can understand it clearly, she stated. #TheGuardianUpdates

#Update UNITED Nations Populations Fund (UNFPA) in collaboration with the British High Commission are intending to pump in USD 461,000 (1bn/) to-support post numeration census activities. Dr Albina Chuwa, Statistician General of the National Bureau of Statistics (NBS) made the declaration in Dar es Salaam yesterday during a statistics stakeholders meeting set to strategies on post census data analysis. She said UNFPA has always supported the National Statistics offices in generating data that has been helpful to decision makers, hence having a common goal in responding to the ongoing national agendas such as the Five Years Development Plan, 2025 Tanzania Vision and the 2050 Vision Preparation. #TheGuardianUpdates

#Update Mark Schreiner, United Nations Populations Fund (UNFPA) Representative in Tanzania has applauded the long-standing partnership his organization has with the NBS pledging on the other hand a continued cooperation and more importantly supporting the National Development Agenda in which statistics is playing a major role. “It is two years plus now I am very proud of the long-standing partnership that UNFPA has with the National Bureau of Statistics." He added: "We look forward to discussion on the continuous cooperation but even more on the national development agenda that statistics is playing at the basics of." #TheGuardianUpdates

#News PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan shone a spotlight on the pivotal role of collaboration in fortifying partnerships within the clean cooking agenda. Her poignant emphasis highlights the imperative of collective efforts to propel sustainable solutions for cleaner cooking practices. President Samia emphasized these points on June 4, 2024, during the inaugural two-day discussions known as the Korea-Africa Summit. The summit, launched yesterday, aims to concentrate on trade, technology, and investment. Touching on Tanzania's commitment to clean energy, she noted ongoing initiatives and underscored the importance of partnerships to drive the clean cooking agenda forward as part of the gas energy transition. "As the sole female executive President in this room, it is imperative that I address a critical agenda for Africa and African women: investing in clean cooking," she declared. She emphasized that heightened investments in clean cooking solutions not only decrease emissions and combat deforestation but also reduce respiratory-related deaths and empower women. #TheGuardianUpdates

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#Updates Minister for Foreign Affairs and East Africa Cooperation, January Makamba, has highlighted the pressing challenges facing the country, including the shortage of diplomatic personnel at institutional level. Makamba stressed the significance of enhancing the nation's diplomatic presence to efficiently tackle a multitude of issues in a timely fashion. He noted that this often necessitates the utilization of formal communication channels, which can be hindered by bureaucratic obstacles. The minister made this affirmation in an exclusive interview with this paper today March 2024 in Dar es Salaam. #TheGuardianUpdates

#Update Dr Daniel Magesa, Chief of the Clinical Services Branch at the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), has emphasized HIV self-testing and Pre-Exposure Prophylaxis (PrEP) as new interventions that can help decrease the rate of new HIV infections among young people. He disclosed this information over the weekend during the handover ceremony of a refurbished 'Bulungwa Health HIV Care and Treatment Clinic,' along with medical equipment valued at 768m/-. These items were handed over to the Ushetu District Council in Shinyanga region. These initiatives were all spearheaded by the Tanzania Health Promotion Support (THPS) as part of its efforts to improve the quality of healthcare in the country. Indeed, these donations form a component of a five-year project named 'Afya Hatua,' funded by the US President's Emergency Plan for AIDS Relief (PEPFAR) through the CDC. According to the CDC chief, the 2022-2023 Tanzania HIV Impact Survey revealed that young people are at the forefront of new infections. Therefore, interventions such as HIV self-testing and PrEP can play a crucial role in reaching this demographic and reducing the rate of new infections among them. @cdctanzania @thpstz

#Update By Mary Kadoke DIAMOND Trust Bank (DTB) in collaboration with Aga Khan Foundation has donated eight microwaves to female wards at Muhimbili National Hospital (MNH) along with the provision of scholarship opportunity to post graduates strategically to support the health sector in the country. Maryvine Peter, Centre Branch Manager, DTB Bank made the remarks in Dar es Salaam over the weekend as they joined MNH female nurses and doctors to commemorate International Women’s Day. She said the donation and scholarship opportunities aimed at recognizing nurses and doctors’ efforts as they serve patients just like what this year’s theme says, ‘Invest in women: Accelerate progress. “As Diamond Trust Bank we have come to show our support by giving microwaves to female wards at Muhimbili National Hospital. Apart from that in collaboration with Aga Khan Foundation we are here to announce to the audience that we have postgraduate scholarships for nurses and doctors who wish to further their studies and we will be here to support whoever that will be interested,” said Maryvine. #dtbtanzania #TheGuardianUpdates