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Mamlaka ya Rufani ya Zabuni za Umma (PPAA) imeeleza kuwa katika uongozi wa Rais Dkt. Samia Suluhu Hassan imefanikiwa kuzuia utoaji wa tuzo za zabuni 43 zenye thamani ya shilingi bilioni 586.5 kwa wazabuni waliokosa uwezo wa kifedha na sifa za kitaalamu za kutekeleza zabuni husika.

Aidha, imetoa fursa kwa vijana 878 kwa kuwapatia mafunzo ya kuwajengea uwezo wa kuwasilisha malalamiko na rufaa katika mfumo wa (NeST) ili kuwawezesha kudai haki kwa ufanisi katika michakato ya ununuzi wa umma.

Mafunzo hayo yametolewa katika mikoa ya Dodoma, Dar es Salaam, Mwanza na Mbeya ikiwa ni sehemu ya utekelezaji wa azma ya serikali ya kuwawezesha vijana na makundi maalum kushiriki kikamilifu katika sekta ya ununuzi wa umma.

Pia, mamlaka hiyo imekamilisha ujenzi wa Moduli ya kupokea na kushughulikia malalamiko na rufaa zitokanazo na michakato ya ununuzi wa umma ambayo ni njia rahisi, ya haraka na yenye uwazi kwa wadau wote kushiriki katika mchakato wa usulushi wa migogoro ya ununuzi.

Uganda wants to link a new railway line it is building to one under construction in neighboring Tanzania, a government document seen by Reuters showed, potentially opening up a new export route for minerals like gold, copper, and iron ore.

Uganda currently sends the bulk of its commodities exports via the Kenyan port of Mombasa and has already announced plans to link its Standard Gauge Railway project to one being built in Kenya, an initiative that remains in progress.

Uganda had not previously said it would also seek to connect the railway to Tanzania’s network and its port of Dar es Salaam.

The Ugandan Ministry of Works and Transport document said the railway would run from the border with Tanzania through the south and southwest of Uganda, ending at the town of Mpondwe on the border with the Democratic Republic of Congo.

“The main objective of the project is to connect the vast and mineral-rich regions of both countries (Uganda and Tanzania) to the port of Dar es Salaam … whilst saving time and transportation costs,” the document said.

The document also said that the African Development Bank (AfDB) could fund the project and that the Democratic Republic of Congo could seek to link to it later.

A spokesman for the Ugandan ministry could not immediately be reached for comment.

The AfDB told Reuters it was considering a request to fund “preparation activities” for the rail project.

“The bank may consider financing the project, depending on the outcomes of the studies, if the project is found to be bankable,” bank official Epifanio Carvalho de Melo said.

Shinyanga: Ujenzi wa mradi wa kuzalisha umeme kwa nishati ya jua Kishapu mkoani Shinyanga uliogharimu shilingi bilioni 118.6 umekamilika, hatua inayodhihirisha dhamira ya Serikali kuimarisha upatikanaji wa huduma ya umeme ya uhakika kwa Watanzania.

Machi Mosi mwaka huu megawati 50 zitakuwa zimeunganishwa kwenye Gridi ya Taifa, huku Shirika la Umeme Tanzania (TANESCO) likiwa katika hatua za mwisho kupata mkandarasi kwa ajili ya utekelezaji wa awamu ya pili ya mradi huo itakayozalisha megawati 100 kwa gharama ya shilingi bilioni 200.4.

Tanzania inalenga kufikia uzalishaji umeme megawati 8,000 ifikapo mwaka 2030, ambapo kwa mujibu wa TANESCO hadi Februari 2026 uwezo wa mitambo ya kufua umeme kwenye Gridi ya Taifa ulifikia jumla ya megawati 3,975.5 wakati mahitaji ya juu kabisa ya umeme yalikuwa megawati 2,071.3.

Hata hivyo, katika bajeti ya Wizara ya Nishati mwaka 2025/26, serikali ilieleza kuwa uzalishaji umeme umeongezeka na kufikia megawati 4,031.71 Aprili mwaka jana sawa na ongezeko la asilimia 86.6 ikilinganishwa na megawati 2,138 zilizokuwepo Machi 10, 2024.

Mradi wa umeme wa jua Kishapu ni alama ya mabadiliko na hatua muhimu katika mwelekeo wa Tanzania kutumia nishati jadidifu katika uzalishaji wa umeme.

Moody’s Ratings has officially reaffirmed Tanzania’s long-term issuer rating at B1 with a stable outlook, signaling a vote of confidence in the nation’s economic resilience. The rating reflects a balance between the country’s strong growth momentum and underlying vulnerabilities, such as a weak institutional framework and low household incomes.

The credit rating agency projects that Tanzania’s economy will experience a robust annual growth rate of at least 6% through 2026. This momentum is being driven by a strategic shift toward private-sector investment, with rising investments particularly focused on processing and value-addition in the manufacturing and mining sectors, alongside a strong recovery in tourism.

Tanzania’s fiscal health has also shown significant improvement due to successful revenue mobilization efforts. Non-grant revenue is expected to exceed 17% of GDP in the current fiscal year, a notable increase from 13.7% in 2021, supported by the digitization of tax administration and improved compliance. Although government debt has climbed to just under 50% of GDP to finance infrastructure and social development, Moody’s still considers this debt burden to be moderate compared to regional peers.

Economic policy effectiveness has strengthened following successive government reforms. Notably, the Bank of Tanzania has successfully maintained inflation below the 5% mark for nearly eight years. Additionally, recent moves to increase exchange-rate flexibility and promote local-currency use have helped eliminate parallel markets, reducing the economy’s vulnerability to global shocks.

Despite these positive economic indicators, Moody’s warned of underlying social and political risks following the unrest surrounding the 2025 general elections. While stability has returned, a rapidly growing population demanding more jobs, persistently low household incomes, and deteriorated access to low-interest concessional loans present ongoing challenges that could weigh on future investment and fiscal outcomes.

Dar es Salaam. Tanzania’s long-distance sensation, Gabriel Gerald Geay, delivered a masterclass performance to win the men’s race at the Daegu Marathon, clocking 2:08:08 in a thrilling sprint finish.

Geay crossed the finish line shoulder to shoulder with Ethiopia’s Chimdesa Debele Gudeta, both initially credited with the same time.

However, a photo finish confirmed that Geay had edged ahead by the narrowest of margins, securing the title and a prize of $200,000 (Sh517 million).

This victory marks Geay’s second consecutive win in Daegu, following his faster 2:05:20 triumph last year, underscoring his consistency and elite status on the international marathon circuit.

While this year’s race was slightly slower, the tactical head-to-head battle highlighted Geay’s racing intelligence and finishing strength.

Tanzania’s dominance was further emphasized by Emmanuel Daudi Dindey, who produced an exceptional run to claim third place in 2:08:16, earning $45,000 (approximately Sh116.4 million).

Adding to the country’s strong showing, Geay’s younger brother, Bernado Geay, finished 13th, demonstrating the family’s growing impact on elite road racing.

Athletics Tanzania (AT) president Rogath John praised the athletes, saying, “Gabriel’s performance is the result of our strategic preparation for international competitions.

Dindey’s bronze and Bernado’s impressive finish further showcase Tanzania’s rising profile in global long-distance running.”

The rest of the top finishers included Eritrea’s Samsom Amare Hailemicael in fourth (2:08:38), Ethiopia’s Gerba Beyata Dibaba fifth (2:10:02), and Kenya’s Stanley Kiprotich Bet sixth (2:10:31).

Ethiopia’s Gosa Ambelu Chala and Dejene Megersa Moreta finished seventh and eighth, respectively, while Kenya’s Charles Kiprotich Rono and Uganda’s Leonard Chemonges rounded out the top ten.

The race was once again dominated by East African athletes.

Geay’s back-to-back triumph reinforces Tanzania’s growing reputation in the world of marathon running.

Having represented the nation at World Championships and the Olympic Games, he continues to prove that Tanzania can compete with and defeat some of the world’s best marathoners.

Dar es Salaam: Tanzania and India have discussed ways to further strengthen cooperation in various strategic areas, including defence and security.

The discussions took place during a meeting between Vice President Emmanuel Nchimbi and India’s High Commissioner to Tanzania, Bashwadip Dey, held in Dar es Salaam on Friday.

A statement issued by the Office of the Vice President said the two leaders explored how Dar es Salaam and New Delhi could enhance collaboration in health, water, education, as well as trade and investment.

Tanzania and India enjoy cordial diplomatic relations that date back to Tanzania’s independence, with India opening its High Commission in 1961 and Tanzania establishing its High Commission in India in 1962.

In 2023, relations between the two countries were elevated to a strategic partnership following an official visit to India by President Samia Suluhu Hassan.

India has made significant contributions to various water projects implemented by the Government and has also played a major role in the health sector, including the provision of healthcare services, training and medical equipment.

India remains an important trade partner for Tanzania, currently ranking third globally in trade with the country.

Tanzania’s major exports to India include cashew nuts, groundnuts, pulses, precious stones and gemstones, cotton, cloves, tea, hides and skins, timber and timber products.

Additionally, Vice President Emmanuel Nchimbi held talks with Qatar’s Ambassador to Tanzania, Fahad Rashid Al-Marekhi, at the State House in Dar es Salaam today, February 20, 2026.

The discussions focused on the existing cooperation between Qatar and Tanzania, with the aim of further strengthening diplomatic relations and promoting investment and trade between the two countries.