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From school uniforms to fashion success
1+ hour, 48+ min ago (672+ words) Tanzania Insight From school uniforms to fashion success Esther Kelvin's path to building a successful fashion business began with a simple act of dissatisfaction during her first year of secondary school. Today, she runs Essy Fashion, a growing brand in…...
Tanzanian journalists submit their entries as a chase for the Samia Kalamu Awards begins
1+ week, 1+ day ago (304+ words) Journalists across Tanzania have begun submitting entries for the 2026 Samia Kalamu Awards, with early figures showing strong participation and a notable shift toward digital journalism. By mid-June, organizers had received 624 submissions, with online media platforms leading the competition in terms…...
Youth Trained to Use AI in Innovative Ways
1+ week, 1+ day ago (389+ words) Young people across the country are being equipped with innovative strategies to harness artificial intelligence technology in alternative and creative ways, marking a significant shift in how the younger generation approaches digital tools and emerging technologies. The initiative comes at…...
Thousands yet to report for JKT training
1+ week, 3+ day ago (418+ words) Tanzanian authorities have granted a final four-day extension for thousands of Form Six graduates who have yet to report for compulsory National Service training, pushing the deadline to June 15. The move comes after many eligible youths failed to show up…...
PM hails private sector role in education
1+ week, 5+ day ago (541+ words) Dr. Nchemba made clear that Tanzania's achievements in education cannot be fully appreciated without acknowledging the contributions of private institutions. He singled out Feza Schools as a model institution that has consistently maintained high standards and contributed significantly to educational…...
UDOM students exposed to national emergency response systems
1+ week, 6+ day ago (464+ words) Tanzania Insight UDOM students exposed to national emergency response systems Students pursuing disaster management degrees at the University of Dodoma have completed a comprehensive field study tour of Tanzania's national emergency response facilities, marking a significant step in the country's…...
UNESCO bridges Tanzania-India ties in education, science, culture, and communication
1+ week, 5+ day ago (215+ words) Tanzania and India have pledged to deepen their partnership through UNESCO, focusing on collaboration in education, science, culture and communication. The commitment emerged from high-level diplomatic talks in Paris, reflecting the growing bilateral relationship between the two nations. The discussions…...
Employers asked to embrace inclusive hiring of persons with disabilities
1+ week, 5+ day ago (431+ words) A Tanzanian disability advocacy organization is calling on employers nationwide to create more training and job opportunities for young people with disabilities, emphasizing their untapped potential to contribute meaningfully to economic growth when given fair access to the workplace. The…...
HESLB awards 11 institutions excelled in providing information on loan beneficiaries
1+ week, 5+ day ago (401+ words) Tanzania's Higher Education Students' Loans Board has recognized 11 institutions for their outstanding performance in providing timely information about loan beneficiaries and facilitating efficient loan collection, marking a significant milestone in the country's efforts to expand access to higher education financing....
Govt boosts job creation as unemployment falls to 6. 2pc on investment surge
2+ week, 3+ hour ago (371+ words) Tanzania's government reports significant progress in its employment strategy, with unemployment dropping to 6. 2 percent in 2024 and ambitious plans to create 1. 7 million new jobs by 2026, driven by a surge in foreign and domestic investment. The Tanzanian government has announced encouraging developments…...