Facing high unemployment and bureaucratic hurdles, young Tanzanians debate whether success is possible through legal means—or if illicit paths are the only way forward.
The Chanzo Morning Briefing Tanzania News —February 02, 2026
In our briefing today: Debate Ensued Over Reports of Tanzania’s Gold Reserves Sale Plans Amid Aid Cuts and Election Fallout;
Uber Exits Tanzania Amidst Regulatory Squeeze and Fierce Competition;
1958 Geita Protests: One of the Sparks That Led to Tanganyika’s Independence;
Dira Mtaani: Tanzania’s Youth at a Crossroads—Legitimate Hustle or Illicit Shortcut?
Form Four Exam Results Show Continued Improvement Amidst Stubborn Challenges.
Tanzania is planning to sell a portion of its US$1.3 billion gold reserves to finance infrastructure, following the suspension of development aid due to a violent post-election crackdown.
Between 6000 and 10,000 Geita residents marched from Geita to Nyamagana Mwanza, and camped at the Nyamagana ground for five days between July 21, 1958, and July 25, 1958
The ride-hailing giant has ceased operations in the East African nation, citing an unworkable regulatory environment and the dominance of a key rival.
Ruling party MPs have appealed a court decision that allowed the opposition to challenge the allocation of special parliamentary seats, escalating a key electoral case in Tanzania.
The central issue before the court was whether Mr Mwambe had an “arguable case” and “sufficient interest” to be granted leave for a judicial review.
India’s top refiner has a long-term strategy of expanding its footprint across more than 15 hydrocarbon-rich African nations.
It emphasises a scientific, evidence-based approach to teaching and learning, focusing on teacher training and the use of locally available learning materials.
In her new role, she will be responsible for Administration and Internal Controls (AIC) at the Central Bank.
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