DAR ES SALAAM: Dar es Salaam Stock Exchange (DSE) investors are increasingly turning their attention towards equities, driven by a confluence of rising bond yields and promising fundamentals in the stock market. The transition from bonds to stocks has gained momentum, in recently weeks, painting an optimistic picture for equities in the near term. The... Read More
ZANZIBAR: PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan has directed the Regional Commissioner (RC) for Unguja South Region, Mr Ayoub Mohamed Mahmoud, to prioritise resolving the frequent power outages in the area, which are impeding development. In her brief remarks following the inauguration of the newly developed tourist attraction, Salaam Cave Aquarium in Kizimkazi-Dimbani recently, President Samia highlighted... Read More
DODOMA: Vice President Dr Philip Mpango has called on NMB Bank to broaden its outreach and provide extensive education on insurance, particularly targeting motor vehicle operators and users. Dr Mpango made this statement on Monday during his visit to the NMB exhibition booth as part of the 50th-anniversary celebrations of the National Road Safety Council... Read More
DAR ES SALAAM: CRDB Bank has introduced a special account specific for religious institutions to collect donations, tithes, and other contributions aimed at facilitating the giving of offerings to God. The ‘Sadaka Account’ will facilitate the collection of offerings during worship or even when worshippers are unable to attend services. CRDB Group CEO, Abdulmajid Nsekela,... Read More
MTWARA: MINISTER of State in the President’s Office (Without Portfolio), Captain (rtd) George Mkuchika, has called on youth and women in cashew farming regions to engage in the upcoming cashew nut processing activities. This initiative aims to unlock economic benefits and create jobs through the cashew value addition chain. During a recent visit to Mtwara,... Read More
DODOMA: THE government has praised the United States Agency for International Development (USAID) for its pivotal role in supporting efforts to address health sector challenges through funding and expertise. During a review meeting of USAID’s MOMENTUM Country and Global Leadership (MCGL) project held on Monday, Ahmed Makuwani, Director of Maternal and Child Health at the... Read More
MARA: ELECTION officials in Mara, Simiyu and Manyara regions have been urged to work closely with the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) and other election stakeholders to ensure a successful update of the Permanent Voters’ Register (PVR) in their regions. This call to action was made by the INEC Chairperson, Court of Appeal Judge Jacobs... Read More
KIBAHA: KIBAHA Town Council has requested the government under President Samia Suluhu Hassan to grant them a portion of undeveloped piece of land currently owned by Kibaha Education Centre (KEC) for economic and development purposes. The request was made by the Council’s Chairman, Mr Mussa Ndomba, during the fourth-quarter meeting for the financial year 2023/2024.... Read More
HANDENI, TANGA: SECONDARY school students in Handeni District, Tanga Region preparing for their final Ordinary Level exams, have been encouraged to recognise their significant roles in society. They were reminded of the hopes and expectations their parents and the nation have for them and were urged to avoid behaviours that could hinder their dreams and... Read More