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Board introduces new system for higher education loan applications
THE government has come up with a new system to ease loan applications for higher education students and widen the scope of the coverage for the academic year 2022/23. In the coming academic year, the government has allocated a total of 573bn/- to be disbursed among 205,500 students as loans and scholarships under the Higher Education Students’ Loans Board (HESLB).
UN, African leaders salute Kiswahili in pushing regional agenda
THE United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organisation (UNESCO) and some African leaders on Thursday underscored a role which Kiswahili plays in strengthening diplomacy and unifying people at the grassroots, national and blocs. UNESCO’s Director General Audrey Azoulay described Kiswahili as one of the languages that strengthen diplomacy, especially on pushing implementation of the Agenda 2063 of the African Union (AU).
Tanzania to Reap More From IDA Summit
PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan is in Senegal to attend a high level meeting on implementation of the International Development Program (IDA20) that will enable the country to continue marketing different opportunities available in Tanzania, analysts have said.
TZ to reap more from IDA summit
PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan is in Senegal to attend a high level meeting on implementation of the International Development Program (IDA20) that will enable the country to continue marketing different opportunities available in Tanzania, analysts have said.
...State dishes out 5.7bn/- compensation
THE government has paid a total of 5.7bn/- as compensation to more than 642 residents in Lindi who have paved way for execution of the Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) project. Minister for Energy January Makamba revealed that on Saturday, saying the government has already secured title deeds for the project that will be executed in Likong’o and MtoMkavu villages in Lindi municipality.
Tanzania: Samia Vows More Fuel Relief
Tanzanians will continue to enjoy more relief from escalating fuel prices in the world market after President Samia Suluhu Hassan pledged to keep pumping in 100bn/- every month to cushion the spiraling cost of the commodity in the local market. The president made the assurance on Wednesday in Chato district, Geita region while on the way to Kagera region for a three-day work visit.
Mufti Zubeir censures killings in community
TANZANIA’s Mufti Abubakar Zubeir has condemned killings in the community, saying it’s against teachings in the religious scriptures and humanity. He reminded Muslims and Tanzanians at large to uphold sense of humanity and respect each other as per the teachings. The Mufti made the remarks on Friday during Friday prayers at the Mohammed VI Mosque in Kinondoni, Dar es Salaam.
Africa Road Builders Trophy - Samia Credits Feat to Magufuli
Africa Road Builders Trophy - Samia Credits Feat to Magufuli By Deogratias Kamagi PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan on Wednesday received the Africa Road Builders-Babacar Ndiaye Trophy 2022, in recognition of her commitment in the development of transport infrastructures in her country.
Tanzania: Errant Civil Servants Rile Samia
Tasks PSC to address indiscipline PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan has said there is a high level of indiscipline among some civil servants, a move that she said needs an immediate reaction from authorities.She ordered the Public Service Commission (PSC) to come up with a strategy on addressing the matter and ensure all civil servants exercise utmost discipline. Thus, the Head of State instructed the PSC to work on the matter for betterment of the country and all members of the public.
Why 1.3tri/- spending enthralls IMF
THE International Monetary Fund (IMF) is pleased with how Tanzania spent a 1.3tri/- loan from the institution’s Rapid Credit Facility (RCF). This was unveiled by President Samia Suluhu Hassan during her interview aired by Uhai TV on Wednesday. The money that the country received in September last year was meant to address social and economic impact of Covid-19 pandemic, especially on key sectors including health, education, tourism, trade, transportation, arts and entertainment.
Tanzania: Global Acclaim for Revered Icon Nyerere
HOST of global leaders on Wednesday joined Tanzania in commemorating the 100th birthday of the late Father of the Nation, Mwalimu Julius Nyerere. In their messages on Nyerere's centennial, the leaders underscored his contributions on building principles of unity and equality not only for Tanzanians, but to the rest of the world. Indian Prime Minister Nerendra Modi described Mwalimu Nyerere as an inspirational leader who stood for unity and equality.
Govt: Legal aid services accelerate justice provision
THE Deputy Minister Constitution and Legal Affairs, Geoffrey Pinda has called for a sustainable cooperation between government and stakeholders on legal aid services, as part of efforts to accelerate justice provision. He made the statement while closing a two-day 2022 Legal Aid Symposium that gathered around 120 individuals and stakeholders from the mainland and Zanzibar.
Tanzania: Building Result-Oriented Team - Why Pundits Back Samia
POLITICAL analysts have backed President Samia Suluhu Hassan's plan to reshuffle her appointees for the sake of speeding up development in the country. They argued that the move will bring on board committed and determined lieutenants to effectively execute the country's development strategies and agenda.
Samia meets top investors
PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan’s pursuit of improved economic ties between Tanzania and Egypt continued on Thursday with a series of meetings with potential investors in Cairo. After holding successful bi- lateral talks with Egypt’s President Abdel-Fattah El-Sisi on Wednesday, President Samia embarked on a busy schedule during the second day of her working tour of the North African country.
Samia craves gender parity
PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan has assured members of the international community of Tanzania’s commitment to continue expediting gender equality despite the emerging challenges. President Samia gave the assurance yesterday during a special forum for female presidents and Heads of State, who attended the 76th United Nations General Assembly (UNGA) in New York, United States. The Head of State is in the US for the UN General Assembly 76.
Tanzania: Tanga Port to Make Tanzania Major Fuel Trading Hub
TANZANIA is on course to double its handling capacity of petroleum products and begin supplying of the product to Zanzibar and neighbouring countries when expansion work at Tanga port is completed. Tanzania Ports Authority (TPA) which is handling the port is undertaking a number of projects in the country's ports, as part of its efforts to improve service delivery and increase government revenues.
Tanzania: Samia Tweaks Cabinet
PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan yesterday sent an early strong message to her aides with a mini cabinet reshuffle, insisting that there will be no room for underperformers. The President tweaked the cabinet, bringing in four new faces and relocating nine others, to increase efficiency in her government. The Head of State announced the surprise changes on Wednesday at the Chamwino State House in Dodoma, shortly after the swearing-in event of the Vice-President Dr Philip Mpango.
Decentralised birth registration system spreads nationwide
EASY access to birth certificates for children under five years has been the government major goal through its Registration Insolvency and Trusteeship Agency (RITA) which has initiated the Decentralized Birth Registration System (DBRS) whose aim is to register all children under the stipulated age. In executing this project, the government has worked together with stakeholders and development partners, including the UN Children’s Fund (UNICEF) which has played a critical role in the exercise.
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