
Kivulini Talks: Tanzania After October 29—Where Do We Go From Here?
The session explored what happened next after October 29 and whether the response so far is sufficient

The session explored what happened next after October 29 and whether the response so far is sufficient

Starting from February 6, 2026, all MCs and DJs in Tanzania must be registered and accredited by the National Arts Council (BASATA) to legally perform in the country.

The fund will be coordinated by the newly formed Ministry of Youth, headed by Joel Nanauka.

Kuwanda, who is based in Dodoma, was announced as the first recipient during the award ceremony, underscoring the impact of her long-standing work in amplifying the voices of marginalized communities and advocating for social justice through journalism.

In a country near the equator, where intense UV radiation is a constant threat, sunscreen remains an unaffordable ‘cosmetic.’ For people with albinism, this misclassification has fatal consequences, but the risk extends to all Tanzanians.

The report shows that the stock of private sector credit reached TZS 44.6 trillion in December 2025, translating into an annual growth rate of 23.5 percent, a notable acceleration from 18.1 percent recorded in November 2025.

ACT Wazalendo has condemned the decision as a criminal act designed to eliminate evidence of widespread irregularities.

Police respond to a video showing a masked man declaring the formation of a rebel group to “defend the citizens of Tanzania.”

President Samia Suluhu Hassan touts major reforms and infrastructure projects to attract foreign capital to Tanzania, but data suggests a more complex picture on the ground.

The government has unveiled a comprehensive roadmap to parliament for its 2050 National Development Vision, aiming for a high-income, inclusive, and competitive economy.
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