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Ubalozi umefanya hafla ya kumuaga Dkt. Zarau Kibwe, aliyemaliza hivi karibuni muda wake wa kuhudumu kama Mkurugenzi Mtendaji anayewakilisha Kundi la Kwanza la Nchi za Afrika (Africa Group 1 Constituency) katika Bodi ya Wakurugenzi wa Benki ya Dunia, jijini Washington, D.C.
Hafla hiyo, iliyofanyika katika Ofisi za Ubalozi, ilihudhuriwa na Mabalozi na wanadiplomasia kutoka nchi 22 wanachama wa Benki ya Dunia zinazounda Kundi la Kwanza la Afrika, pamoja na baadhi ya watumishi wa Benki ya Dunia na Shirika la Fedha Duniani (IMF).
Katika hotuba yake, pamoja na masuala mengine, Mhe. Balozi Dkt. Elsie Sia Kanza alimpongeza Dkt. Kibwe kwa kuwa sauti thabiti ya nchi za Afrika katika Bodi ya Wakurugenzi wa Benki ya Dunia, pamoja na mchango wake mkubwa katika kufanikisha makubaliano ya IDA21, yaliyowezesha kukusanywa kwa kiasi cha kihistoria cha Dola za Marekani bilioni 100 kwa ajili ya kufadhili miradi ya maendeleo. Aidha, alibainisha kuwa katika kipindi cha uongozi wa Dkt. Kibwe, thamani ya miradi inayofadhiliwa na Benki ya Dunia nchini Tanzania iliongezeka zaidi ya mara mbili, kutoka takribani Dola za Marekani bilioni 4 hadi zaidi ya Dola za Marekani bilioni 8.8, huku miradi hiyo ikifikia jumla ya 33.
Kwa niaba ya Serikali ya Jamhuri ya Muungano wa Tanzania, Mhe. Balozi alimshukuru Dkt. Kibwe kwa utumishi wake uliotukuka na mchango wake katika kuimarisha ushirikiano wa nchi za Afrika na Benki ya Dunia. Vilevile, alimtakia kila la heri na mafanikio katika majukumu yake yajayo.
Mhe. Balozi alihitimisha kwa kusisitiza dhamira ya Tanzania ya kuendeleza na kuimarisha ushirikiano wake na Benki ya Dunia katika kutekeleza vipaumbele vya maendeleo ya taifa, hususan katika kufanikisha malengo ya Dira ya Maendeleo ya Tanzania 2050.
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Mhe. Balozi Dkt. Elsie Sia Kanza aliongoza wanadiaspora na marafiki wa Tanzania kumshangilia Bi. Clara Luvanga, mchezaji wa Washington Spirit inayoshiriki Ligi Kuu ya Soka la Wanawake nchini Marekani (NWSL). Katika mechi hiyo dhidi ya Chicago Stars FC, iliyokuwa ya mwisho ya msimu wa ligi, Washington Spirit ilishinda magoli 2–0, huku Bi. Luvanga akitoa pasi ya mwisho iliyozaa goli la pili.
Mhe. Balozi aliwashukuru Watanzania waliojitokeza kumuunga mkono Bi. Luvanga na kuwahimiza kuendeleza umoja na mshikamano. Kwa upande wake, Bi. Luvanga alimshukuru Mhe. Balozi pamoja na Watanzania na mashabiki wote waliojitokeza.
Aidha, Mhe. Balozi alikutana na Bi. Kim Stone, Mkurugenzi Mtendaji wa Washington Spirit, na kujadili fursa za ushirikiano katika kukuza soka la wanawake nchini Tanzania.
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REPORTS: According to the UN’s 2025 World Cities Report, Dar es Salaam, Tanzania is among just THREE cities worldwide with populations above 5 million that recorded annual growth exceeding 4% between 2015 and 2025.
Also, March 2026 report by Germany’s Agora Verkehrswende recognised Dar es Salaam as operating one of Africa’s most successful Silver-rated Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) systems, with Phase I transporting approximately 200,000 passengers daily.
This places Tanzania among the continent’s notable examples of modern urban mobility.
In August 2026, the African Development Bank highlighted the completion of BRT Phase II, featuring 20.3 km of dedicated infrastructure, 26 stations and two flyovers, backed by $155 million in financing.
Travel times along the corridor have reportedly fallen from 90 to approximately 30 minutes.
Interestingly, Dar es Salaam became the FIRST African city to win the prestigious Sustainable Transport Award in 2018, recognising its achievements in public transportation, pedestrian accessibility and sustainable mobility.
Eight years later, the city continues expanding its transport infrastructure to accommodate its rapidly growing population.
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I had a good discussion with American business leaders at our Embassy–American Chamber of Commerce breakfast about how reducing red tape, accelerating timelines for decisions, preventing over-regulation, and ensuring the rule of law builds confidence, attracts investment, and creates lasting benefits for both American and Tanzanian businesses.
American businesses are eager to do business in Tanzania given the opportunities across a broad range of sectors.
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The Embassy partnered with Things To Do DC to host an event showcasing Tanzania’s culture, history and traditions. The event, attended by more than 100 people, took place at Tanzania House in Washington, D.C.
Participants enjoyed Swahili music, food, fashion and other aspects of Swahili culture. In her remarks, H.E. Ambassador Dr. Elsie Sia Kanza highlighted, among other things, Tanzania’s history and rich cultural heritage, its tourist attractions and investment opportunities. She also invited participants to visit the country.
Participants expressed their appreciation for the event and pledged to visit Tanzania to experience firsthand everything they had learned about the country.
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Mheshimiwa Balozi Dkt. Elsie Sia Kanza alikuwa mzungumzaji mkuu katika mkutano wa wanachama na wadau wa taasisi ya Washington Intergovernmental Professional Group (WIPG), uliofanyika katika Jengo la Ronald Reagan na Kituo cha Biashara ya Kimataifa (Ronald Reagan Building and International Trade Center), jijini Washington, D.C., Marekani.
Kwenye mkutano huo, Mheshimiwa Balozi alisisitiza dhamira ya Serikali ya Jamhuri ya Muungano wa Tanzania ya kuendeleza na kuimarisha uhusiano wa kihistoria na ushirikiano wa karibu kati ya Tanzania na Marekani. Aidha, aliwasilisha fursa za biashara na uwekezaji zilizopo nchini Tanzania, hususan katika sekta za kipaumbele zikiwemo madini, kilimo, utalii na usafirishaji.
Vilevile, Mheshimiwa Balozi aliwakaribisha washiriki wa mkutano huo kutembelea Tanzania ili kujionea fursa zilizopo na kuzichangamkia kwa manufaa ya pande zote mbili.
Washington Intergovernmental Professional Group (WIPG) ni taasisi isiyo ya kibiashara na isiyofungamana na upande wowote wa kisiasa, iliyoanzishwa kwa lengo la kusaidia mabalozi na wawakilishi wa kidiplomasia waliopo Washington, D.C., katika juhudi za kupanua wigo wa fursa za ushirikiano na kuimarisha uelewano wa pamoja kati ya nchi mbalimbali.
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TANZANIA WELCOMES TURKISH INVESTORS TO STRENGTHEN INDUSTRIAL GROWTH
The Government of Tanzania has invited Turkish investors to explore opportunities in manufacturing, technology, agro-processing, and industrial production infrastructure. The invitation was extended by the Deputy Minister for Industry and Trade, Hon. Dennis L. Londo (MP), during a meeting with a delegation from the Turkish Independent Industrialists and Businessmen Association (MÜSİAD) in Dar es Salaam on October 16, 2026. He highlighted Tanzania’s strategic position as a gateway to regional and continental markets, including the EAC, SADC, and AfCFTA.
The Government reaffirmed its commitment to improving the investment climate and strengthening collaboration with relevant institutions, including the Tanzania Investment and Special Economic Zones Authority (TISEZA), to facilitate investment procedures and accelerate project implementation. MÜSİAD expressed its readiness to mobilize capital and advanced technology to support industrial development, create employment opportunities, and strengthen economic ties between Tanzania and Türkiye.
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Muhimbili University of Health and Allied Sciences (MUHAS) delegation: Professor Julie Makani, Dr Henry Mwanyika, Ms Nesia Mahenge and Dr Siana Nkya participated in events/meetings held alongside the 81st United Nations General Assembly (UNGA), 21st -24th, September 2026.
Key engagements included a high-level Africa CDC and African Union session on maternal and newborn health, hosted by the Government of Tanzania, and “Partnerships in Science: Gene Therapy for Sickle Cell Disease,” an event hosted by the MUHAS delegation at the Permanent Mission of the United Republic of Tanzania to the United Nations.
A key outcome of the gene therapy event was an agreement among stakeholders to develop a five-year roadmap for advancing gene therapy for sickle cell disease in Tanzania, providing a framework to guide partnerships, capacity strengthening, research, policy development, and future implementation.
The delegation also participated in the Friends of Tanzania events, hosted by the Ambassador of Tanzania to the United States.
These engagements provided valuable opportunities to strengthen partnerships and advance dialogue on genomics, scientific innovation, and equitable access to emerging therapies in Tanzania and across Africa
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Tanzania earns $181.6 million from fish exports as quality strengthens
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🇺🇸🇹🇿 Meet Ambassador Will Trachman!
What are his priorities in his role here? How will he strengthen the partnership between our two countries? Watch the video to get to know Ambassador Trachman and hear from him directly.
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The man turning Tanzania’s heritage into pageant art
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H.E. Ambassador Dr. Elsie Sia Kanza was the Guest of Honor at the “Night on the Serengeti” event, organized by Village Life Outreach, an NGO based in Cincinnati, Ohio. The event highlighted the organization’s various community initiatives in the Mara Region and encouraged Cincinnati residents and other partners to support these efforts, particularly in the areas of health, education, agriculture, nutrition and water.
The event was attended by more than 130 participants from various sectors including the business community, educational institutions, the Tanzanian diaspora, political leaders and other distinguished guests.
Speaking at the event, H.E. Ambassador Dr. Kanza thanked Village Life Outreach, under the leadership of its founder, Dr. Christopher Lewis, as well as all its partners for complementing the Government’s efforts to improve the lives of communities in Mara. She also assured them of the Government’s continued support and cooperation in their activities.
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Mhe. Balozi Dkt. Elsie Sia Kanza alikuwa ni miongoni mwa wazungumzaji wakuu katika mjadala kuhusu mtazamo wa viongozi kuhusu mustakabali wa madini adimu na muhimu barani Afrika. Mjadala huo uliandaliwa na Kituo cha Mafunzo ya Kimkakati na Kimataifa (Center for Strategic and International Studies – CSIS) hapa Washington, D.C., na uliwakutanisha viongozi na watendaji waandamizi kutoka Serikali ya Marekani, mabalozi, wawekezaji na watunga sera.
Katika mjadala huo, Mhe. Balozi alieleza vipaumbele na juhudi za Serikali katika kuendeleza sekta ya madini, pamoja na fursa za uwekezaji zilizopo katika sekta hiyo, huku akiwakaribisha wawekezaji kuzitumia fursa hizo.
Aidha, alisisitiza umuhimu wa nchi wanachama wa jumuiya za kikanda kushirikiana katika kuanzisha na kuendeleza vituo vya umahiri vya kikanda kwa ajili ya uchakataji wa madini yanayopatikana katika nchi hizo. Hatua hiyo inalenga kuongeza thamani ya madini ndani ya ukanda husika na kuimarisha manufaa yatokanayo na rasilimali hizo.
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TANZANIA STRENGTHENS FRIENDSHIP WITH THE UNITED STATES
Tanzania is committed to strengthening its friendship and cooperation with the United States by creating a welcoming environment for American citizens, businesses, and investors.
Speaking at the annual Friends of Tanzania Reception in New York, Minister for Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation, Hon. Ambassador Dr. Mahmoud Thabit Kombo, highlighted Tanzania’s visa-on-arrival arrangement for U.S. citizens as part of efforts to deepen bilateral relations.
Minister Kombo also emphasized the Government’s readiness to support American businesses and investors on matters relating to policies, regulations, and procedures, with the Ministry of Foreign Affairs prepared to address any challenges that may arise.
Tanzania’s Ambassador to the United States, H.E Elsie Kanza, said the reception was held to celebrate the friendship, partnership, and cooperation between Tanzania and the United States and to further strengthen mutually beneficial relations.
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No health decision in our Region should be taken in the dark.
The Africa Health Security Index, a tool for understanding and strengthening epidemic and pandemic preparedness across the continent, was launched on the sidelines of #UNGA81.
It provides valuable evidence on where capacity has improved and where serious exposure persists, supporting country decisions on where action is most urgent.
Africa has shown that preparedness can improve.
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TANZANIA CALLS FOR STRENGTHENED INTERNATIONAL COOPERATION
Tanzania has called for stronger United Nations and international cooperation to address global challenges, including conflicts, climate change, insecurity, and development challenges. The country also underscored the importance of restoring confidence in the United Nations and strengthening global solidarity.
The call was made by the Vice President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Hon. Deogratius John Ndejembi, who delivered a statement on behalf of Her Excellency President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan during the General Debate of the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly (UNGA81) in New York on September 22, 2026.
Speaking on development, Hon. Ndejembi said Tanzania continues to implement the Tanzania Development Vision 2050 and the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development by investing in its people, infrastructure, technology, and innovation. He also called for reforms to the international financial system to enable developing countries to access affordable financing to support development and address the impacts of climate change.
In the health sector, Hon. Ndejembi said Tanzania has increased the proportion of births taking place in health facilities from 51 percent in 2015 to 81 percent in 2022. He noted that Tanzania continues to advance the Three Zeros Agenda, which seeks to eliminate preventable maternal and child deaths, home deliveries, and the number of children who remain unvaccinated.
On peace and security, Tanzania reaffirmed the importance of upholding the Charter of the United Nations, international law, and the peaceful resolution of conflicts. Hon. Ndejembi also announced Tanzania’s intention to seek a nonpermanent seat on the United Nations Security Council for the 2029–2030 term. Tanzania continues to support a two-state solution to the Israel-Palestine conflict.
Meanwhile, the President of the 81st Session of the United Nations General Assembly, H.E. Khalilur Rahman, emphasized the importance of restoring confidence in the United Nations through practical action, reform, and broader inclusion. He stressed that the organization should strengthen adherence to international law, the protection of civilians, and humanitarian assistance, while also enhancing Africa’s representation in decision-making bodies.
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🇹🇿⚽🇺🇸 From Tanzania to Washington, D.C.!
Congratulations to Tanzanian football star Clara Luvanga on joining Washington Spirit in the National Women's Soccer League, becoming the first Tanzanian player in league history!
We had the pleasure of welcoming Clara to the U.S. Embassy, where she met with our Public Diplomacy team and shared her inspiring football journey.
As the United States celebrates a Decade of Sports, including the FIFA World Cup 2026 and LA28 Olympic and Paralympic Games, Clara’s journey highlights how sports connect our countries and inspire the next generation.
Hongera sana, Clara! We wish you all the best in your first match in Washington this weekend!
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On the margins of UNGA81 in New York, I had the privilege of participating in a Vodafone Foundation x Goals House Panel discussion under the theme “From Innovation to Infrastructure.”
In my remarks, I highlighted how m-mama, under the leadership of H.E. President Samia Suluhu Hassan, has evolved from an innovative digital health solution into a government-owned national health infrastructure. This transformation has contributed significantly, alongside other interventions, to Tanzania’s remarkable progress in reducing preventable maternal and newborn deaths.
The Secretariat of President @SuluhuSamia, the African Union Champion for Maternal and Child Health has identified m-mama as one of the scalable innovations that AU Member States can adapt to their respective national contexts. The Secretariat remains committed to collaborating with the Vodafone Foundation and AU Member States to facilitate the scale-up of this life-saving innovation across Africa. @ntulikapologwe
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About m-mama. m-mama is Tanzania's official national maternal and neonatal emergency referral and transportion system that uses mobile technology to connect pregnant women and newborns in remote areas with health facilities through government ambulances and a network of local community drivers.
