Tanzania unleashes global graphite ambition with Mahenge project

Mahenge. Tanzania is set to reap significant economic and social gains from the newly launched $300 million graphite mining project, which is expected to boost the country’s position as a major global supplier of critical minerals. The project,...

From manifesto to legacy: Tanzania’s living promise of conservation

TANZANIA: IN September 1961, on the eve of Tanganyika’s independence, Mwalimu Julius Nyerere offered his people and the world a declaration that would come to define the nation’s relationship with nature. Standing in Arusha, he issued words that...

Akwaaba Storms Magical Kenya Travel Expo 

The only international travel and tourism expo in West Africa, Akwaaba African Travel Market, has extended its presence to Nairobi, Kenya, at one of the leading travel expos in Africa, the Magical Kenya Expo. It is one of the only West African...

Hululu Waterfalls hits significant milestone in tourism

MOROGORO: THE Hululu Waterfalls, also known as Vinile have reached a significant milestone in the tourism sector, with the number of visitors rising from 290 in 2021 to 1,453 in 2024. This growth is attribute to the government’s continued efforts...

Tanzania scores first FIFA seats

DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA has achieved a major milestone on the international football stage, with Wallace Karia, President of the Tanzania Football Federation (TFF), being appointed Vice President of the FIFA Beach Soccer Committee. The appointment...

Ancient gains: The surprising daily step count of Roman men

Roman men probably didn’t think about their step count, and they didn’t need a Fitbit to cover a lot of ground. When I heard about the daily step count of Roman men, I was curious. I recently discovered data on the daily step count of the modern...

Tanzania engages US over new visa bond requirement

Dar es Salaam. The Government of Tanzania has confirmed that it is engaging the United States through diplomatic channels following Washington’s decision to impose a visa bond requirement on Tanzanian nationals applying for short-term business and...

Tanzania takes centre stage in National Geographic traveller feature

Dar es Salaam. Tanzania mainland and Zanzibar are the focus of the November issue of National Geographic Traveller (UK), which invites readers to witness the unmatched beauty, culture, and natural wonders that define the country’s global appeal....

Looking For a New Kind of Vacation? Try Noctourism

Courtesy of Enchantment Resort/Holmen Husky Lodge/Asilia Africa/Atlantis Paradise Island / oprah daily Traveling is magical—if you’re a morning person, that is. So much advice around visiting busy cities and landmarks is the same: Get up early to...

Samia unveils 10 pledges to transform northern Tanzania if elected

Manyara. The CCM presidential candidate, President Samia Suluhu Hassan, has announced ten key pledges to accelerate development in northern Tanzania if elected, covering infrastructure, agriculture, education, healthcare, and industrial growth....

Zanzibar’s current account surplus jumps 42pc on tourism boom

Unguja. Zanzibar’s economy has sustained a strong post‑pandemic recovery, with the current account surplus rising 42.1 percent to $673.3 million in the year ending August 2025, driven by robust tourism earnings. The Bank of Tanzania’s September...

Crowning The Best In Travel: Your 2025 Travel Noire Award Winners

From the sun-soaked beaches of Zanzibar to the cultural corridors of Detroit, the 2025 Travel Noire Awards celebrate the destinations, brands, and people redefining how we experience the world. This year’s winners highlight innovation,...

Aviation powers Tanzania’s growth and strengthens Africa’s connectivity: IATA

Tanzania’s aviation industry has emerged as a key driver of economic growth and regional integration in Africa, contributing $3.8 billion to the country’s economy and supporting over 710,000 jobs, according to a new report from the International...

Key Sectors Driving Investment in Tanzania

By Africa Risk Control (ARC) – Tanzania has in recent years made major strides in positioning itself as a destination for foreign direct investment (FDI) by streamlining regulations, improving infrastructure, and offering incentives in key...

Tanzania engages U.S over new visa bond requirement

Dar es Salaam. The Government of Tanzania has confirmed that it is engaging the United States through diplomatic channels following Washington’s decision to impose a visa bond requirement on Tanzanian nationals applying for short-term business and...

Mission of hope: First graduation in Tanzanian village

The Druffner family has been traveling to Bwambo Village, Tanzania, for nearly two decades. Many parishioners in the Diocese of Superior and Catholics throughout Wisconsin and Minnesota have supported their work in Africa. (Submitted photo) This...

Jamaica crowned Caribbean's leading destination for 19th consecutive year at World Travel Awards

Jamaica has emerged victorious at the renowned World Travel Awards Caribbean & North America Gala Ceremony, securing an impressive 45 awards. The gala, held in Saint Lucia, brought together the best travel brands across the Caribbean and North...

Tanzania: Fears mount over disappearance of government critic Humphery Pole Pole

Tanzanian authorities must immediately disclose the fate and whereabouts of a former Tanzanian ambassador to Cuba, Humphrey Polepole, who may have been forcibly disappeared. They must also ensure his safety and bring those responsible for his...

Tanzania deploys high-tech solutions to strengthen human-wildlife coexistence

DAR ES SALAAM, Oct. 7 (Xinhua) -- Tanzania has launched a nationwide initiative, leveraging advanced technology to curb rising human-wildlife conflicts, a move hailed as a milestone in the country's conservation efforts. During a field visit to...

'Mara Yangu Ya Kwanza' by Christopher C. Liundi: Where there is a will, there is a way

Do you remember the first time you did something new? Your first taste of unfamiliar food? Your first day at school? Or the first time you ever saw a car? We all have our first times, and there are many more to come in the future. This is what...