The Indigenous, Hadzabe Community Faces Existential Threat Due to Land Invasions in Karatu, Arusha

<span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipDrP6uUE-EZzH_bzV87Bs5N0NmeH7NfLofAGGpCx-U1ZrwI9YkmfajB6inEBkEtUvcGC367EXlsRKnu6z_0uHCfjp6SBGdW2JbpQRNRooPLwyFVqcfbGIET0P004T2SP4WZKbKZBCiSm381GxO9cf24opmVCycFQvh8sAzZHkIkoFqX095Jet5Z9BXhc/s1280/IMG-20240710-WA0130.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="1280" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEipDrP6uUE-EZzH_bzV87Bs5N0NmeH7NfLofAGGpCx-U1ZrwI9YkmfajB6inEBkEtUvcGC367EXlsRKnu6z_0uHCfjp6SBGdW2JbpQRNRooPLwyFVqcfbGIET0P004T2SP4WZKbKZBCiSm381GxO9cf24opmVCycFQvh8sAzZHkIkoFqX095Jet5Z9BXhc/w640-h480/IMG-20240710-WA0130.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><div><br /></div><br /><div><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br />By The Special Writer</span></div><div><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br />The indigenous, Hadzabe community, residing in Karatu District, Arusha region, is facing a dire situation as their traditional lands are being encroached upon by farmers and pastoralists.<br /><br />This invasion is leading to severe food shortages and other critical needs for the Hadzabe community.<br /><br />The Hadzabe, a community that survives by hunting wild animals, and gathering roots, fruits, and honey, now has only about 500 people remaining in the district. In a recent discussion with journalists visiting their area to learn about their traditional environmental conservation knowledge, community leaders expressed an urgent need for assistance.<br /><br />This initiative is part of a project implemented by the Media Aid for Indigenous and Pastoralists Communities (MAIPAC), funded by the Global Environment Facility (GEF) through the UNDP’s Small Grants Programme and the Office of the Vice President - Environment.<br /><br />Ng’washambi Kusombi, a leader of the Hadzabe community in Murusi camp, Qang’dend village, Baray ward, Karatu, highlighted that despite their traditional knowledge enabling them to preserve forests and water sources, their livelihood is now at risk.<br /><br /> Kusombi stated that farmers and pastoralists have invaded their lands, cultivating crops, rearing livestock, cutting down trees, and producing charcoal, which has greatly affected their ability to find food and other necessities.<br /><br />"Previously, we could hunt wild animals nearby, but now we have to travel great distances. The fruits and roots we relied on have decreased because trees are being cut down for charcoal," Kusombi said.<br /><br />He also mentioned that even honey, a staple food for the Wahadzabe, is becoming scarce as the trees they use for beekeeping are being taken over by the invaders.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />"There are baobab trees that we used for beekeeping, but now we are told they are no longer ours, and we are forced to share the honey with those who claim ownership," Kusombi added.<br /><br /> He also revealed that some village leaders have been secretly selling their land, despite the district council acknowledging that the land belongs to the Wahadzabe, though they have not been given formal ownership documents.<br /><br />Nyambulu Njegela, another community member, noted that wildlife has fled further away because of the environmental degradation caused by the invaders.<br /><br />"We now travel long distances to hunt. We usually hunt one large animal and do not hunt again until the meat is finished, but now there are no animals nearby," Njegela said.<br /><br /> He emphasized that if the current situation is not controlled, their lives will be in jeopardy as even the caves they used to live in have been invaded by other communities.<br /><br />Juliana Yohana pointed out the additional burden on women, who now have to walk long distances to fetch water, gather roots for food, and collect medicinal plants.<br /><br />"We urgently need help to prevent further invasion of our land. We are facing severe hardships, our children go all day without water, there are no schools, and health facilities are very far away," Yohana pleaded.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi2OlO2kZjbqbIomws-jSrT-0bHIc0BMPWJa4atmO513x9-6TLiJxBDIpigKG9VXtu0rphOEYCiB4EWqBenTFWOIpD-eMzj_yTeUFOSIWFkTGhr1DXjHfmS5ePm6VP5jALAKSMImtP5HB0HGddjItP2p5EoHZgwzVeAfHsGak1pTuyncPi8f-SxXHt7spGE"><img height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEi2OlO2kZjbqbIomws-jSrT-0bHIc0BMPWJa4atmO513x9-6TLiJxBDIpigKG9VXtu0rphOEYCiB4EWqBenTFWOIpD-eMzj_yTeUFOSIWFkTGhr1DXjHfmS5ePm6VP5jALAKSMImtP5HB0HGddjItP2p5EoHZgwzVeAfHsGak1pTuyncPi8f-SxXHt7spGE=w640-h360" width="640" /></a><br /><br />MAIPAC Director Mussa Juma mentioned that through their project, they are gathering traditional knowledge, which will be compiled into a book.<br /><br /> They have discovered that the Wahadzabe community is at risk of extinction, and the government must intervene.<br /><br /> "This community has preserved the environment; they do not cut trees, farm, or produce charcoal. However, there are numerous invaders farming on their land, cutting trees for charcoal, and have been allocated land by village leaders," he said.<br /><br />Through the GEF/UNDP project, they aim to disseminate this knowledge to the media to help communities preserve the environment, forests, and water sources.<br /><br />Donata Kimaro, Head of the Natural Resources and Environmental Conservation Unit in Karatu District Council, stated that the council has begun addressing the land invasions affecting the Wahadzabe.<br /><br /> Kimaro mentioned that the council had already developed a land-use plan for the Wahadzabe community areas, but there are still challenges in understanding among some village leaders and residents.<br /><br />Reginald Hallu, Karatu District Forest Officer, reported that the council has started arresting individuals invading Wahadzabe land, constructing buildings, farming, and producing charcoal illegally.<br /><br /> "We already have several cases involving people who invaded Wahadzabe land and started producing charcoal. Some have paid fines and left. We warn that it is forbidden to invade land designated for the Wahadzabe community," Hallu stated.<br /><br />The Wahadzabe community continues to face significant challenges as their land and resources are encroached upon, threatening their traditional way of life and survival. Immediate intervention is needed to protect this Indigenous community and its unique heritage. <br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhR-d1ffbze12bY2frKZniRvf_MPy_c5oiBtujAejJRjdOlciS7Q-ZLpPkYidr4nY1-6b6XLJqgcPQq7rWIqpapStMbw9hM7oZ-BauMEwY3Pta4f85XttOmwIJmkqddXHYHl9pyT_f_oFWbmf8VKhydYetm0xw6rMWfFuQDT00mwsz6rjDNxoLM94GSpwNB"><img height="360" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhR-d1ffbze12bY2frKZniRvf_MPy_c5oiBtujAejJRjdOlciS7Q-ZLpPkYidr4nY1-6b6XLJqgcPQq7rWIqpapStMbw9hM7oZ-BauMEwY3Pta4f85XttOmwIJmkqddXHYHl9pyT_f_oFWbmf8VKhydYetm0xw6rMWfFuQDT00mwsz6rjDNxoLM94GSpwNB=w640-h360" width="640" /></a></span><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYj8SeQxBUWig3_WSBgbxXx52JUtthB1kKtuwUOxDrdAhE_PGwup3DVti8G_GqlOFYpwkLqfSgHm9T9D21ihyphenhyphenq6VhD0Uyhufzxen2DJd658Db4GH_1AFCJHeqVvyICloiqsWxB0Pxg_GXx-JeuBk84rKjbDldj2wdEZKxsojaw-fpmd9kM9Zdr1RAoH_w/s1080/IMG-20240710-WA0131.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="478" data-original-width="1080" height="284" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYj8SeQxBUWig3_WSBgbxXx52JUtthB1kKtuwUOxDrdAhE_PGwup3DVti8G_GqlOFYpwkLqfSgHm9T9D21ihyphenhyphenq6VhD0Uyhufzxen2DJd658Db4GH_1AFCJHeqVvyICloiqsWxB0Pxg_GXx-JeuBk84rKjbDldj2wdEZKxsojaw-fpmd9kM9Zdr1RAoH_w/w640-h284/IMG-20240710-WA0131.jpg" width="640" /></a></div><br />

The Indigenous, Hadzabe Community Faces Existential Threat Due to Land Invasions in Karatu, Arusha

By The Special Writer The indigenous, Hadzabe community, residing in Karatu District, Arusha region, is facing a dire situation as their tra...

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Dr.Jakaya Kikwete Urges REA To Major Focus On Big Customers For Sustainability Of LPG Project

<span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /><br /> <br /></span><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsP-SWQpnkFpqAM7B65vWDa9MLr4Cf5-H_szi3PK91fNrZKsHdPD0ZYf2qMTD86ZpR9ZjNWsoZoVPvFmDuxD7pYsI9eQSvCapW4HkFDDHBby-AiDXjdgJ38LZR6pOkhEZQNRkAn2_37EJ0BFrhxWpXo7eaSoSlexMs64KT-FUOjcPBqXyCZKvcb9WJZ7LX/s768/IMG-20240706-WA1537-768x544.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgsP-SWQpnkFpqAM7B65vWDa9MLr4Cf5-H_szi3PK91fNrZKsHdPD0ZYf2qMTD86ZpR9ZjNWsoZoVPvFmDuxD7pYsI9eQSvCapW4HkFDDHBby-AiDXjdgJ38LZR6pOkhEZQNRkAn2_37EJ0BFrhxWpXo7eaSoSlexMs64KT-FUOjcPBqXyCZKvcb9WJZ7LX/w640-h454/IMG-20240706-WA1537-768x544.jpg" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhL30_16oZQg3hLwN9EvcTU5DaOhGnu-AdPVq1BnjbqUy7-DRlBokDfUj_XZradCRbOtovorcbA3faZJsKg9rjET-bT3I_9HD5LYRYotEk_VtwIPNiq-MSdYUVf7fWvbNWs7J5l8NfvQS_wX8_SGIVXaPu9YAHmMY8cJqP4H9oUewKeLA-TzA29WOBF71KK/s768/IMG-20240706-WA1540-768x515.jpg"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhL30_16oZQg3hLwN9EvcTU5DaOhGnu-AdPVq1BnjbqUy7-DRlBokDfUj_XZradCRbOtovorcbA3faZJsKg9rjET-bT3I_9HD5LYRYotEk_VtwIPNiq-MSdYUVf7fWvbNWs7J5l8NfvQS_wX8_SGIVXaPu9YAHmMY8cJqP4H9oUewKeLA-TzA29WOBF71KK/w640-h430/IMG-20240706-WA1540-768x515.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />By Staff Reporter, Dar es Salaam <br /><br />FORMER President, Dr. Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete has challenged the Rural Energy Authority Agency (REA) to give first consideration towards the big-wig customers in the rolling out of the project for enhancing use of Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), Natural Gas and Biogas across the country.<br /><br />The former President observed that, through the business-focused system, the Agency will stand on a better side to generate needed profit to enable it to run the project successfully and sustainably without depending on more funds from the state coffer.<br /><br />“I know that the vision of this project is to centered to cater for the common Tanzanians, including those dwelling in rural areas, but it is prudent for you to start selling the clean cooking energy facilities to the well-to-do Tanzanians in order to fetch enough profit to help enabling you to penetrate and serve those in remote areas,” he advised.</span><div><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQ1Cqh2rpklVp8MopDr7qI753gzQqkgC8EUg353nanXAXv0Qs3-bSCCnwvsGcKKSliMl-qUQ7RF9ucNo4L8146QJydpCFe-vKPunU77EE57WW1XfWfwLuu3tdvx4B4biyFvq9Ayh5CRRrWx8OEUrOo3hju3g7rJQmjP10HnDBH7LOLSPrh5ZLcFxzbE2yi/s860/IMG-20240706-WA1538-860x664.jpg"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQ1Cqh2rpklVp8MopDr7qI753gzQqkgC8EUg353nanXAXv0Qs3-bSCCnwvsGcKKSliMl-qUQ7RF9ucNo4L8146QJydpCFe-vKPunU77EE57WW1XfWfwLuu3tdvx4B4biyFvq9Ayh5CRRrWx8OEUrOo3hju3g7rJQmjP10HnDBH7LOLSPrh5ZLcFxzbE2yi/w640-h494/IMG-20240706-WA1538-860x664.jpg" /></a><br /><br />The former President aired his advice when visiting the REA’s pavilion at the ongoing 48th Edition of the Dar es Salaam International Trade Fair (DITF), saying that the project was vital in improving the citizen’s livelihood status, but also protecting the environment.<br /><br />“It is imperative for you to run this project with a sharp business- oriented mind, focusing to ensure the project generates enough money for funding itself and not relying on operating budgets from the central government,” he insisted.<br /><br /> He expressed optimism that if implemented constructively, the project will promote the use of alternative charcoal (safe charcoal) as a source of clean cooking energy, as well as protecting the environment across the country.<br /><br />REA is implementing the task of ensuring that all types of energy are available in rural areas and for all people, and added that they have been at the forefront of assisting developers of clean energy technologies and projects aimed at increasing access to clean cooking energy products.<br /><br />In the implementation of the countrywide project, REA is partnering with the State Mining Corporation (STAMICO), and has so far funded the purchase of three large machines for the production of charcoal.<br /><br /> The project has been allocated a budget of 5bn/- and REA is implementing the task of ensuring that all types of energy are available in rural areas and for all people through assisting developers of clean energy technologies and projects aimed at increasing access to clean cooking energy products.</span><br /><br /><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /><br />During the last financial year, the government allocated 10bn/- for distribution of LPG and its burners, whereas to start with, each region was provided with 2,700 gas stoves, whereby at least 3bn/- has been spent as a subsidy to facilitate distribution of 71,000 gas stoves in rural areas.<br /><br />Moreover, during the financial year 2023/2024, the Agency distributed more than 158,100 cooking gas cylinders to rural citizens as part of the promotion of clean cooking energy, whereby a total of more than 400,000 cylinders will be distributed through the initiative.<br /><br />The project is being by REA in collaboration with the Tanzania Petroleum Development Corporation (TPDC) and it involves installation of a distribution pipeline of 44.4 -kilometre from Mnazi Mmoja – Lindi -Mkuranga and Coast Region and more than 980 households will benefit from it.<br /><br />The World Bank (WB) through the Results Based Financing (RBF) through REA has issued a 6-million US dollar grant for distribution of low energy cooking stoves using modern cooking technology.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiup536FIsbgkTajNINmwp8i4NS6wWPm8oWENG8UpyQkaQ975XYX3gQDEdULKihsBrvk_hnulnGlHAesFrulVKp4x3unSQiFIViyDLMS5Mwa6VrVzfZkTMw_q6QRnGqkZfgb9S8CFN6gA2iKqoxtf3Ox8iyQC8ueeAOKZFJFPNMg3lmIJFER8z7ap3iQ7c6/s768/IMG-20240706-WA1542-768x513.jpg"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiup536FIsbgkTajNINmwp8i4NS6wWPm8oWENG8UpyQkaQ975XYX3gQDEdULKihsBrvk_hnulnGlHAesFrulVKp4x3unSQiFIViyDLMS5Mwa6VrVzfZkTMw_q6QRnGqkZfgb9S8CFN6gA2iKqoxtf3Ox8iyQC8ueeAOKZFJFPNMg3lmIJFER8z7ap3iQ7c6/w640-h428/IMG-20240706-WA1542-768x513.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br /></span><br /></div>

Dr.Jakaya Kikwete Urges REA To Major Focus On Big Customers For Sustainability Of LPG Project

By Staff Reporter, Dar es Salaam FORMER President, Dr. Jakaya Mrisho Kikwete has challenged the Rural Energy Authority Agency (REA) to give...

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Wamarekani waishio Nchini washerehekea siku ya Uhuru wa Marekani

<p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"> </span></p><p></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhm0mjZDvVoovOxNWXAUFrFBNDn8Jr-RLvhmgoyb-jYgGG7Nui5tvdCVPl2udVmAlXr8FIyKLDt6VNYHjV9fuPZbvv69Ekf_jYTYkTsei7gCxSkV2JkAdWpn183E6GL-MByS-ftcENREIS19q34x_KtB4BS2yt4W2OSOht7eFmqp-H2TNMeW03skFPYC0w/s828/IMG-20240705-WA0025.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><span style="font-size: large;"><img border="0" data-original-height="584" data-original-width="828" height="453" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhm0mjZDvVoovOxNWXAUFrFBNDn8Jr-RLvhmgoyb-jYgGG7Nui5tvdCVPl2udVmAlXr8FIyKLDt6VNYHjV9fuPZbvv69Ekf_jYTYkTsei7gCxSkV2JkAdWpn183E6GL-MByS-ftcENREIS19q34x_KtB4BS2yt4W2OSOht7eFmqp-H2TNMeW03skFPYC0w/w640-h453/IMG-20240705-WA0025.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Balozi wa Marekani nchini Tanzania Mhe Dkt Michael Battle akitoa hotuba yake kwa Kiswahili  kwa hadhira iliyohudhuria maadhimisho ya siku ya uhuru wa Marekani </span></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlsv6YTy1S-w2n4Pz1m9fUtTomInRQxuKkiBPLFu957WeHQD69XK14cdgNdqXVSZV7qkjstF-VF7WPGlkaIbV1Te1gYL4t7TxYH7vNdFf-gax7_mdb89DqmvFT4OWncVx26le43QU1viwhH-v8rswD05DW4bwsLvKsWyOutV8-4NnL-Hfm5CwzbsOJDKA/s828/IMG-20240705-WA0027.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><span style="font-size: large;"><img border="0" data-original-height="590" data-original-width="828" height="456" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlsv6YTy1S-w2n4Pz1m9fUtTomInRQxuKkiBPLFu957WeHQD69XK14cdgNdqXVSZV7qkjstF-VF7WPGlkaIbV1Te1gYL4t7TxYH7vNdFf-gax7_mdb89DqmvFT4OWncVx26le43QU1viwhH-v8rswD05DW4bwsLvKsWyOutV8-4NnL-Hfm5CwzbsOJDKA/w640-h456/IMG-20240705-WA0027.jpg" width="640" /></span></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Waziri wa Mambo ya Nje January Makamba akizungumza na wadau waliohudhuria hafla ya siku ya Uhuru wa Marekani </span></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-size: large;"><br /></span><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiloe9ioFRxiRC7GVUyRuu7f2Lo0lg2q0UScEEo5gmCUf4fszewvnowxw6uJmKwCjNeJQxWRiXH7MfgOHAOI9ASbPKD2tC73OGCPy8TiRn7410P8VWVZggrctv6sfKDVAcdJWTMaVzpsqyolxD13azBe-e4w6cFL_zbBpBSkmeFvg0wwva3hZ17YD4XnLI/s1280/IMG-20240705-WA0023.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><span style="font-size: large;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="720" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiloe9ioFRxiRC7GVUyRuu7f2Lo0lg2q0UScEEo5gmCUf4fszewvnowxw6uJmKwCjNeJQxWRiXH7MfgOHAOI9ASbPKD2tC73OGCPy8TiRn7410P8VWVZggrctv6sfKDVAcdJWTMaVzpsqyolxD13azBe-e4w6cFL_zbBpBSkmeFvg0wwva3hZ17YD4XnLI/w378-h640/IMG-20240705-WA0023.jpg" width="378" /></span></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-size: large;">Mwandishi mkongwe wa habari za mitandaoni Issa Michuzi akisalimiana na Balozi wa Marekani nchini Tanzania Mhe Dkt Michael Battle katika hafla hiyo</span></td></tr></tbody></table><br /><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span><p></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><iframe allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen" class="b-hbp-video b-uploaded" frameborder="0" height="266" id="BLOGGER-video-4ca031336a01629e-6140" mozallowfullscreen="mozallowfullscreen" src="https://www.blogger.com/video.g?token=AD6v5dwUESAny5Y_zcdbxQVd31cI7PNW-6-4E0Q2L4T74d9eklMiLVYvU5cX2PdQKeSJYyp5_yAjSw6k1AnrKdlOJEqcoX0V55sny1R5tZdAYzaKMHcetT6rk8Ebus_3NLipod1aUtY&origin=princemediatz.blogspot.com" webkitallowfullscreen="webkitallowfullscreen" width="320"></iframe></div><br /><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span><p></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;">Na Mwandishi Wetu, DSM</span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;">Balozi wa Marekani nchini Tanzania Mhe Dkt Michael Battle akitoa hotuba yake kwa Kiswahili jana jioni katika hafla ya kuadhimisha siku ya Uhuru wa Marekani maarufu kama  Julai 4, katika makazi yake Oysterbay jijini Dar es salaam.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;">Julai 4 ndio siku kuu ya nchini Marekani, ikiadhimisha kupitishwa kwa Tamko la Uhuru mnamo Julai 4, 1776  na Rais Thomas Jefferson, alipotangaza kupatikana kwa uhuru wa koloni kumi na tatu za Marekani kutoka utawala wa Uingereza.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;">Umuhimu wa Julai 4 kwa Wamarekani unatokana na sababu kadhaa kuu Katika siku hii, Kongresi yao ilipitisha rasmi Tamko la Uhuru, ambalo lilielezea matamanio ya koloni kuunda taifa tofauti lililo huru kutoka utawala wa Uingereza.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;">Tamko hilo la Uhuru lilikuwa alama ya uhuru kamili na demokrasia. Liliainisha misingi ya msingi ya uhuru, usawa, na kutafuta furaha, ambayo ina maana kubwa kwa maadili ya Marekani.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;">Kupitishwa kwa Tamko kuliweka msingi wa Vita vya Mapinduzi, hatimaye kupelekea kuanzishwa kwa Marekani kama taifa huru. Ushindi katika vita na mkataba wa amani uliofuata na Uingereza ulithibitisha Julai 4 kama tarehe muhimu katika historia ya Marekani.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;">Kwa Wamarekaniu, kuadhimisha siku ya Uhuru  Julai 4 kumekuwa jadi ya muda mrefu, ikitia nguvu umoja wa kitaifa na uzalendo. </span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;">Siku hiyo huadhimishwa na sherehe mbalimbali, ikiwemo fataki, gwaride, matamasha, na mikusanyiko ya familia, ambayo huleta watu pamoja kusherehekea urithi wao wa pamoja.</span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></p><p><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;">Ingawa tarehe nyingine, kama vile kusainiwa kwa Katiba au kumalizika kwa Vita vya Mapinduzi, pia ni muhimu, Julai 4 ina umuhimu wa  kipekee wakati ambapo koloni za Marekani zilichukua msimamo thabiti kwa uhuru wao.  Siku hii tangu hapo imekuwa sikukuu ya kitaifa inayoheshimu misingi ya nchi na roho ya kudumu ya watu wake.</span></p>

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Tanzania Revenue Authority Collect Over 27 trilion/- Revenues Last Fiscal Year

<span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /><br /></span><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRUMx07WTiw_gQk5Th8xbXnvmyXqoqtxKJDobtt4IFUocjCJVX1s_DueND0ADG9GUaFOS3ceoVS3atT7GDUm8GgpbFmmeznC1Vs_pfssVQCfhVBlHYyL8DH3Wjdxn1juTPGq0Jj-uf77n-xmPRguGdUccVsFPb-GUoHN-HWTxjVIsusV0tYD_9UjZdvhA/s960/IMG-20240705-WA0001.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRUMx07WTiw_gQk5Th8xbXnvmyXqoqtxKJDobtt4IFUocjCJVX1s_DueND0ADG9GUaFOS3ceoVS3atT7GDUm8GgpbFmmeznC1Vs_pfssVQCfhVBlHYyL8DH3Wjdxn1juTPGq0Jj-uf77n-xmPRguGdUccVsFPb-GUoHN-HWTxjVIsusV0tYD_9UjZdvhA/w640-h360/IMG-20240705-WA0001.jpg" /></span></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /><br /><br /> <br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaqPmDN3VXCTV8-qYAfFXmarsJC-mM9_t_irCr1xuE-7FoevfcCPaG5AChW-UcXTv293tnzBmumtFlBKFznBQ12g_XADrPnrPchZ7gsENkVTK8mlbfdokrm3e6wyoUZ_i4QYaGJ4PA_G9WS3ioOVUd3RSaxDKUvuUxr1e09cQzDAo93T6HX5MWYJroURo/s960/IMG-20240705-WA0000.jpg"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaqPmDN3VXCTV8-qYAfFXmarsJC-mM9_t_irCr1xuE-7FoevfcCPaG5AChW-UcXTv293tnzBmumtFlBKFznBQ12g_XADrPnrPchZ7gsENkVTK8mlbfdokrm3e6wyoUZ_i4QYaGJ4PA_G9WS3ioOVUd3RSaxDKUvuUxr1e09cQzDAo93T6HX5MWYJroURo/w640-h360/IMG-20240705-WA0000.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />By VALENTINE OFORO, DSM</span><div><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;">  <br /><br />THE Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) has successfully managed to collect at least 27.64trn/- during the fiscal year ended June 30, 2024.<br /><br />Following the impressive development, TRA has hailed traders, as well as other tax- payers in the country for standing at forefront in implementing their statutory role to pay due taxes on time, thus enabling it to net the reasonable revenues.<br /><br />Mr Hudson Kamoga, the TRA's Acting Director for Taxpayer's Education and Communication expressed that the amount collected was a major milestone achieved by the country's tax- collecting Authority, urged the Tanzanians in the tax paying corridor to voluntarily continue fulfilling their tax- paying obligations.<br /><br />"TRA wishes to extend deep appreciations to the country’s traders, service providers and the Tanzanians as a whole for being trustful in paying taxes, the patriotic development which gives the Government strong teeth to accomplish numerous initiatives meant to solve varied social challenges towards the public, as well as implementing development projects across the country," he appreciated. <br /><br />He was speaking to reporters in the ongoing Dar es Salaam International Trader Fair (DITF 2024) Exhibitions which is taking shape at the Sabasaba grounds in the Tanzania’s Business Capital City.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTzyU-yL30JJoihwwfUaM829aRnUe56p5SbjTh5QVHRQz-tn0S9hpRx7V2c7ueXCKtzkQ40BJKeJeZTTJFna83uAqrGJU_TU0ha31hFHECJaPlKn_gdiaBkPimqOyvPDJ9y-FKZc45cywudQd5Zv_y52xEc5H6kn3X4Wo0lqhLqZXM8hpBUHJI8GTll-0/s960/IMG-20240705-WA0002.jpg"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTzyU-yL30JJoihwwfUaM829aRnUe56p5SbjTh5QVHRQz-tn0S9hpRx7V2c7ueXCKtzkQ40BJKeJeZTTJFna83uAqrGJU_TU0ha31hFHECJaPlKn_gdiaBkPimqOyvPDJ9y-FKZc45cywudQd5Zv_y52xEc5H6kn3X4Wo0lqhLqZXM8hpBUHJI8GTll-0/w640-h360/IMG-20240705-WA0002.jpg" /></a><br /><br />Together with that, Mr Kamoga hailed the Members of Parliament (MPs) for passing a new Finance Bill for 2024/25 financial year.<br /><br />He said the new regulations which came into effect from 1st July 2024 will further improve and regulate tax collection sector in the country.<br /><br />"We have well- prepared to conduct a series of awareness creation towards the tax- payers across the country, focusing to educate them over the newly introduced regulations," he informed.<br /><br />He added that, following a vital metamorphosis in the tax- paying sector in the country, TRA will work round the clock to improve its tax- collecting systems, especially through adopting cloud- connected facilities with an eye to easy and fast- tracking the involved process.<br /><br />And he urged the tax- payers, and the other Tanzanians to visit at the TRA's pavilion in order to acquire more awareness pertaining to tax - paying, but also to receive other relevant services.<br /><br />"The major challenge that currently facing huge percent of the tax- payers in Tanzania, especially the traders is poor awareness and seriousness in record keeping," <br /><br />"During the time to review, compute and set needed tax estimations, usually from January to March, we're often facing a major challenge following failure by most traders to manage their business flow records," he expressed. <br /><br />To great extent, Mr Kamoga observed that the challenge is due to failure by most of the ttaders to issue electronic fiscal devices (EFDs) receipts to their esteemed customers.<br /><br />" TRA wishes to remind all traders and the other service providers to issue EFD receipts to their customers, and not otherwise," he urged.<br /><br />He underscored over the need for the public (customers) to adopt the patriotic culture of demanding EFDs receipts whenever they purchase any commodity, or receiving any service through the formal systems.<br /><br /><br />" Having the EFDs receipts is very necessary, because apart from enabling the Government to effectively collect taxes, the receipts is vital for customer's security," he insisted. <br /><br />He similarly urged the public to use the TRA's developed Hakiki Stempu in order to stand a professional side to verify quality of products.<br /><br /> "Hakiki Stempu is an application that allows the public to check whether the product they are about to purchase is genuine or not. This application will scan the product to check if it has the right tax stamp. The app will detect the number of the tax stamp, its type, and whether it is genuine or not. The user will be given a result that will let them know if the product is genuine or not," he detailed.<br /><br /><br /></span><br /></div>

Tanzania Revenue Authority Collect Over 27 trilion/- Revenues Last Fiscal Year

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The National Bank of Commerce In Robust Mission To Strengthen Customer's Relations

<span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhk30Hy7YgAC5VW9iqrwo0twwFXxfJaMtIRYguK3zZQmCqpzLXBnasAx-ltccc4cITAjvqllv-qZGU99F20FMDCozxOtw60gsnt76OIDmdA1WMpEZKiYf2QJdAxkVlO_0uYuOKAVz0cv01DE5opqfDZ91qVRH8KLnaLbI9agZUtWkr_77uFF01ob_TlUyQ/s8121/_CST4680.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhk30Hy7YgAC5VW9iqrwo0twwFXxfJaMtIRYguK3zZQmCqpzLXBnasAx-ltccc4cITAjvqllv-qZGU99F20FMDCozxOtw60gsnt76OIDmdA1WMpEZKiYf2QJdAxkVlO_0uYuOKAVz0cv01DE5opqfDZ91qVRH8KLnaLbI9agZUtWkr_77uFF01ob_TlUyQ/w640-h426/_CST4680.jpg" /></span></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /> <br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0bcQv3qvdqHDxC-jqM9BP00teHIFebdpZXuhw6DSvN1CJ3X3j53a8UtOxzHjYU9PZ5YsMJ-kJYepoQ5ncgq2bQt4WPRMtkqJPnDUHLZEYlS8i2CPr5uPuAQcewn8lsr4R3Ccbd97t11FZ_qXyN4ycQLGVIbg91KTMf_P9vg7K2qDYdcwSZckcoIV3koM/s6544/_CST4533.jpg"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0bcQv3qvdqHDxC-jqM9BP00teHIFebdpZXuhw6DSvN1CJ3X3j53a8UtOxzHjYU9PZ5YsMJ-kJYepoQ5ncgq2bQt4WPRMtkqJPnDUHLZEYlS8i2CPr5uPuAQcewn8lsr4R3Ccbd97t11FZ_qXyN4ycQLGVIbg91KTMf_P9vg7K2qDYdcwSZckcoIV3koM/w512-h640/_CST4533.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />By VALENTINE OFORO</span><div><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;">  <br /><br />THE National Bank of Commerce (NBC), through its Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB) team has made a special tour of the Bank's big customers in Arusha City.<br /><br />Among others, the timely visit lead by the Bank's CIB Director, Mr. James Meitaron, focused to further fostering and cementing strong customer engagement and innovation in the banking industry. <br /><br />"This development is to prove our keenness to listening to our customers and tailoring our services to meet their unique needs. This effort is part of NBC Bank’s broader strategy to make banking not just a service, but a seamless part of our customers' lifestyles," Mr Meitaron expressed.<br /><br />As a cornerstone of Tanzania's financial landscape, he observed that NBC understands the vital importance of customer satisfaction and collaboration. <br /><br />"Collaboration between financial institutions, and customers is essential due to an ever-changing environment of constant innovations and technological advancements," he noted.<br /><br /> <br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivAO2InsylLMKLoEP0InSKj4qUCSbk9tnnph5UC00NE6KbgAu-4yhnqgAVJ0j7wbjQEhd8nQnlVFr9hqUkfsqPiqBCuk9e3C7BWVS9cg27zRDLBv0sTGhZh97CSO01yrylRuOUkhjfmFFq4MhH9sIK8T2lYZE4UcCeRBWPxWqPrbWD7QmjMkKauC7vkE4/s8256/_CST4647.jpg"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivAO2InsylLMKLoEP0InSKj4qUCSbk9tnnph5UC00NE6KbgAu-4yhnqgAVJ0j7wbjQEhd8nQnlVFr9hqUkfsqPiqBCuk9e3C7BWVS9cg27zRDLBv0sTGhZh97CSO01yrylRuOUkhjfmFFq4MhH9sIK8T2lYZE4UcCeRBWPxWqPrbWD7QmjMkKauC7vkE4/w640-h426/_CST4647.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />He added that, the Bank believe that the key to exceptional service lies in understanding our customers’ needs and preferences, saying the visit provide them with rich insights that will inform the development of innovative solutions and improve the overall banking experience.” <br /><br />To help strengthening the relationship to needed tune, the Bank also organised a specific exclusive dinner and cocktail gala at the elegant Kibo Palace grounds in Arusha. <br /><br />The event offered a relaxed atmosphere where clients and NBC Bank representatives could network, discuss banking products, and enjoy an evening of live music and entertainment. The live band and ambient setting created the perfect environment for unwinding and deepening connections. This event was a perfect blend of business and pleasure, commented one of the attendees.<br /><br />The evening was a resounding success, with attendees praising the bank's innovative approach to customer engagement. The feedback gathered during this event will be pivotal in shaping future initiatives, ensuring that NBC Bank remains at the forefront of customer-centric banking.<br /><br />Key Highlights of NBC's Commitment to Collaboration with corporate institutions:<br /><br />Tailored Financial Solutions: NBC offers a wide range of financial products and services customized to meet the unique needs of businesses, whether they are startups, SMEs, or large corporations. These solutions include business loans, trade finance, cash management, and investment advisory services.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxxa2EC8d-dLFzrfZjCOt_Pt1kq3Lirf8Ff58i9NPugaRETeevORZnDUC8VoBOZfUXTV8PlJLANhGS6oUUXZZN3xgChc56-qLeCAA6dcMnZ13tDUjomPidoyUZP8F15Do1jxPtx7hNM5WESViLElMeZ3Ps91ikMAiHfifRn0yiX1BbmrT_hyphenhyphens8R0MePos/s7817/_CST4545.jpg"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxxa2EC8d-dLFzrfZjCOt_Pt1kq3Lirf8Ff58i9NPugaRETeevORZnDUC8VoBOZfUXTV8PlJLANhGS6oUUXZZN3xgChc56-qLeCAA6dcMnZ13tDUjomPidoyUZP8F15Do1jxPtx7hNM5WESViLElMeZ3Ps91ikMAiHfifRn0yiX1BbmrT_hyphenhyphens8R0MePos/w640-h450/_CST4545.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Innovative Technologies: The NBC Connect Program represents a significant step forward in streamlining business operations. This innovative digital banking platform empowers businesses with secure, efficient, and convenient banking services, allowing them to focus on growth and expansion.<br /><br />Strategic Partnerships: NBC's partnership with the Absa Group, a prominent financial institution, strengthens its lending capabilities and provides businesses with access to a broader spectrum of financial resources and expertise.<br /><br />Promoting Economic Growth: NBC actively engages with both the private and public sectors in initiatives that promote economic growth, job creation, and sustainable business practices. The bank believes in the power of collaboration to drive collective prosperity.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQUPMPCc5eq70wm-U2XCgO0sAyA741zjYQn2K0RoT2cIFvQWv4xmTlwvW5LtJRX3rxdpBbNGdJs7L4tVmxLyAGZTErnAqf6vdtpXblhYz9oEwwRDuvylDJYxBozpoq6cvk1Ivi5O4JrZKWGO8P8VUrVUrWDbzBMYAkHzdOLUfHXiBXYS41-wNhdOusCuU/s8256/_CST4633.jpg"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQUPMPCc5eq70wm-U2XCgO0sAyA741zjYQn2K0RoT2cIFvQWv4xmTlwvW5LtJRX3rxdpBbNGdJs7L4tVmxLyAGZTErnAqf6vdtpXblhYz9oEwwRDuvylDJYxBozpoq6cvk1Ivi5O4JrZKWGO8P8VUrVUrWDbzBMYAkHzdOLUfHXiBXYS41-wNhdOusCuU/w640-h426/_CST4633.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Corporate Social Responsibility: NBC is committed to giving back to the communities it serves. Through its Corporate Social Responsibility programs, the bank supports education, healthcare, and environmental conservation, contributing to a brighter future for Tanzanians.<br /><br />NBC invites business communities to explore the opportunities and advantages of collaborating with a financial institution that is deeply committed to their success. By fostering partnerships and providing the tools necessary for growth, NBC aims to be the trusted financial partner for businesses in Tanzania.<br /><br />ABOUT NATIONAL BANK OF COMMERCE (NBC):<br /><br /></span><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhk30Hy7YgAC5VW9iqrwo0twwFXxfJaMtIRYguK3zZQmCqpzLXBnasAx-ltccc4cITAjvqllv-qZGU99F20FMDCozxOtw60gsnt76OIDmdA1WMpEZKiYf2QJdAxkVlO_0uYuOKAVz0cv01DE5opqfDZ91qVRH8KLnaLbI9agZUtWkr_77uFF01ob_TlUyQ/s8121/_CST4680.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhk30Hy7YgAC5VW9iqrwo0twwFXxfJaMtIRYguK3zZQmCqpzLXBnasAx-ltccc4cITAjvqllv-qZGU99F20FMDCozxOtw60gsnt76OIDmdA1WMpEZKiYf2QJdAxkVlO_0uYuOKAVz0cv01DE5opqfDZ91qVRH8KLnaLbI9agZUtWkr_77uFF01ob_TlUyQ/w640-h426/_CST4680.jpg" /></span></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br />The National Bank of Commerce (NBC) is a leading financial institution in Tanzania, committed to providing innovative and tailored financial solutions to individuals and businesses. With a rich history of being the pioneer bank and a strong presence across the country, NBC strives to be the bank of choice for those seeking financial excellence and success.<br /><br />NBC Bank provides a wide range of banking services and solutions to individuals, businesses, and communities. With a commitment to social responsibility and community development, NBC Bank actively supports various initiatives, including sports, education, and healthcare, to contribute to the well-being of Tanzanian society.</span></div>

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Kilombero Sugar Unveils Growers' Elevated Campaign for K4 Expansion Project

<span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /><br /> <br /></span><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRm5QJNo17Ldm0jCo58mIbgsUwmbE_2EzhGERqBo1WXpOUskTDd38r10DNuNIlvaaU2qjHpi3YFPvL_esG906-Z4ZEBmLH-1jQ89V9iyBQzldDxOphrr8XvLW32cx5kYX-R9IvYtc4-Z4IUnit60F1QnCi7-nFQIT4RzV9CYjFrxbtu0yJxlZV4J9Be-I/s4590/9I1A9512.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRm5QJNo17Ldm0jCo58mIbgsUwmbE_2EzhGERqBo1WXpOUskTDd38r10DNuNIlvaaU2qjHpi3YFPvL_esG906-Z4ZEBmLH-1jQ89V9iyBQzldDxOphrr8XvLW32cx5kYX-R9IvYtc4-Z4IUnit60F1QnCi7-nFQIT4RzV9CYjFrxbtu0yJxlZV4J9Be-I/w640-h512/9I1A9512.JPG" /></span></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /><br /> <br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEif4or8taSu86ltENLWlYSFpX22lBDPixwXkUWf5gOJMsdnAd4offVvzVTALDRDe3VAvfdt7k1kCGLMsUsIwb9XkAzZrB1q75lUkJHCkdLRpaFoOrj2gzhH3lLojIpef8ST2bZLzXt9LnLOqpdAriPmnwcz3-8k5c-F5Kk-QtcZ-gYTZU0ubNVrtB7qxcs/s4751/9I1A9644.JPG"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEif4or8taSu86ltENLWlYSFpX22lBDPixwXkUWf5gOJMsdnAd4offVvzVTALDRDe3VAvfdt7k1kCGLMsUsIwb9XkAzZrB1q75lUkJHCkdLRpaFoOrj2gzhH3lLojIpef8ST2bZLzXt9LnLOqpdAriPmnwcz3-8k5c-F5Kk-QtcZ-gYTZU0ubNVrtB7qxcs/w640-h512/9I1A9644.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />By VALENTINE OFORO, Morogoro</span><div><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;">  <br /><br />KILOMBERO Sugar Company has launched the "Growers' Elevated Campaign", being part of its ambitious K4 Expansion Project. <br /><br />Under the slogan of "Reliable Market, Sustainable Income, and Improved Livelihoods," this timely campaign focuses to foster development among cane farmers through strategic communication and collaboration with stakeholders.<br /><br />The campaign was officially launched during a well-attended function at the Kilombero Sugar Estate, drawing participation from regulators, local government officials, and cane farmers, all essential players in the sugarcane farming value chain.<br /><br />Following last season's challenges due to El Niño-induced heavy rains, Kilombero Sugar has taken proactive steps to reassure cane farmers. The company is nearing 90pecent completion of the K4 Expansion Project, the largest investment ever made by Illovo in Africa.</span><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody></tbody></table><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br />This monumental project underscores the company's confidence in the local grower community, which will supply 60% of the sugarcane required for the expanded operations.<br /><br />Speaking during launching of the robust campaign, Mr. Pierre Redinger, the Director for Grower Agriculture at Kilombero Sugar, emphasized the community's pivotal role in this venture. <br /><br />"Our investment in the K4 Expansion Project is rooted in the trust we have in our growers," Mr. Redinger stated. "This journey began in 2018 with the registration of intent by growers, supported by the Kilombero District Office, paving the way for this significant business case."<br /><br />Mr. Redinger also announced that Kilombero Sugar is committed to providing up to 20,000 tons of seed cane on a loan basis to growers for the 2024/25 and 2025/26 plantation seasons, further supporting the expansion.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDEPDGyNyjMcTs2qMTmy0CODaJOCwTaoP0qxlawTGmivAsWKuEXCZfM5avPZuwQ3xQDPgO60G2xe7TPsS3mmO2WYTBUJtApou5SnvDSkl5QOl5A00_U2Awc-8ZPr_Z4ZUJLMe1p7BOiMUdhZ3hSY1hN4Ip1MOOdJ8Fv5jkxJ3nQagFs1azDOR7qwdr1DA/s5345/9I1A9499.JPG"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjDEPDGyNyjMcTs2qMTmy0CODaJOCwTaoP0qxlawTGmivAsWKuEXCZfM5avPZuwQ3xQDPgO60G2xe7TPsS3mmO2WYTBUJtApou5SnvDSkl5QOl5A00_U2Awc-8ZPr_Z4ZUJLMe1p7BOiMUdhZ3hSY1hN4Ip1MOOdJ8Fv5jkxJ3nQagFs1azDOR7qwdr1DA/w640-h426/9I1A9499.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><br />On his side, Mr. George Gowelle, representing the Director General of the Sugar Board of Tanzania, expressed the government's strong support for the initiative. "We are very happy and supportive of initiatives that address sugar self-sufficiency," said Mr. Gowelle. "Kilombero Sugar has set a commendable example, and the government will continue to back such efforts."<br /><br />Mr. Bakari Iddi Mkangama, Chairman of the Kilombero Joint Enterprises Cooperatives Society, which represents 17 AMCOS working directly with Kilombero Sugar, hailed the campaign as a transformative opportunity. "This initiative is a game-changer for our reliable market, sustainable income, and improved livelihoods," Mr. Mkangama remarked. "We must seize this golden opportunity."<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7ldvLIn0XkCxDwXbGnsg-oscr6D41ftorbNYtyx0EIielQ9m_eJrF4euv6YZQ8jUsFKykg4EKW7h2EF1FjMduEPigcMiBL84jvNYpH71wjOYUt0vLUge1zrZEIR8vFSeMrGKwwhj1J9d57_MI6Ltk7H7gQ8cYjhkHFYIjU0-wRPiPdgrGGmo-XMR82o0/s5461/9I1A9642.JPG"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh7ldvLIn0XkCxDwXbGnsg-oscr6D41ftorbNYtyx0EIielQ9m_eJrF4euv6YZQ8jUsFKykg4EKW7h2EF1FjMduEPigcMiBL84jvNYpH71wjOYUt0vLUge1zrZEIR8vFSeMrGKwwhj1J9d57_MI6Ltk7H7gQ8cYjhkHFYIjU0-wRPiPdgrGGmo-XMR82o0/w640-h426/9I1A9642.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />The event's Chief Guest, Kilombero District Commissioner (DC) Mr. Dunstan Kyobya, hailed Kilombero Sugar's efforts. <br /><br />"This K4 Expansion initiative and the Growers' Elevated campaign are vital for sustainable income and improved livelihoods for cane farmers in Kilombero Valley," Mr. Kyobya affirmed. "The government is committed to creating a favorable environment for business investment and community prosperity."<br /><br />Kilombero Sugar, through the Growers' Elevated campaign, reaffirms its dedication to investing in people, training, and technology, setting a new benchmark for agriculture in Tanzania.<br /></span><br /></div>

Kilombero Sugar Unveils Growers' Elevated Campaign for K4 Expansion Project

By VALENTINE OFORO, Morogoro   KILOMBERO Sugar Company has launched the "Growers' Elevated Campaign", being part of its ambi...

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EU Keen To Support Initiatives On Women Participation In Apiculture Sector

<span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /><br /></span><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh74zVfZNnLiuSx4VESnYIvYQ6M2t7JUJQROZRhIHDkfg08Qeo_pf2zTAfjL_RjHeIVIQlDcinPjktmq0gK7FfYOBe6Vm4RDPdHeTNRfkFxe-VO5syh_XYgnrSqYcX37H0FGFvJl6RZW0bF0Mrm1AIHOLKucIimUGLX0VZ1YjIfIxCjAVs0p41XyRMiayk/s2560/IMG-20240619-WA0150.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh74zVfZNnLiuSx4VESnYIvYQ6M2t7JUJQROZRhIHDkfg08Qeo_pf2zTAfjL_RjHeIVIQlDcinPjktmq0gK7FfYOBe6Vm4RDPdHeTNRfkFxe-VO5syh_XYgnrSqYcX37H0FGFvJl6RZW0bF0Mrm1AIHOLKucIimUGLX0VZ1YjIfIxCjAVs0p41XyRMiayk/w640-h426/IMG-20240619-WA0150.jpg" /></span></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /><br /> </span><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheZuN3X8HaMTOLdoi1PtBd5cPNUhzKVozsU6PsDcgIVxyWxmSZuDrOo7MR93XiTxwT4h1X8xz1_Or62yfj-wtn70kjemMI_2A8jRMXAYpcwkmwTkCTbKoJTOi94RZ4fBx3Zz3uOGOarEoBoWuROwjUIb5EEp2lQmHpNoxhn0xY9Km9v3jLYuycUrnD5KY/s1080/IMG-20240620-WA0084.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEheZuN3X8HaMTOLdoi1PtBd5cPNUhzKVozsU6PsDcgIVxyWxmSZuDrOo7MR93XiTxwT4h1X8xz1_Or62yfj-wtn70kjemMI_2A8jRMXAYpcwkmwTkCTbKoJTOi94RZ4fBx3Zz3uOGOarEoBoWuROwjUIb5EEp2lQmHpNoxhn0xY9Km9v3jLYuycUrnD5KY/w640-h360/IMG-20240620-WA0084.jpg" /></span></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: start;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;">Head of Natural Resources at the European Delegation in Tanzania, representing the European Union (EU), Lamine Diallo.</span></span></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />By Valentine Oforo, Dar es Salaam<br /><br />THE European Union (EU) has expressed commitment to support the initiatives that fosters gender equality and provides opportunity for women participation in the beekeeping, and honey value addition in Tanzania.<br /><br />The assurance has been unveiled by Head of Natural Resources at the European Delegation in Tanzania, representing the European Union (EU), Lamine Diallo during his remarks at the opening of the country’s maiden honey show exhibition, Tanzania Honey Show 2024.<br /><br />He emphasized that gender inclusion in the beekeeping sector, especially empowering women beekeepers to venture more wide and professional in honey processing and value addition was necessary for the sustainable development of the apiculture industry in Tanzania.<br /><br /><br />Diallo expressed that Tanzania is globally renowned for high quality honey which is being exported to various international markets, contributing significantly to the economy of the country, but efforts must be put in place to attract more women in the sector.<br /><br />“It is for this reason that EU is a committed partner in supporting beekeeping industry in Tanzania,” he said.<br /><br />According to him, EU is financing a total of 10 million Euros, equivalent to 28 billion TZS, through implementing Beekeeping Value Chain Support (BEVAC) project in Tanzania, the critical initiative dedicating to enhancing beekeeping value chain in Tanzania.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivzON8qSzI2leS4a8yE4ozjoOOw9KDrA00yhIsZpiehyphenhyphenWoYDYeur3JNas8g2MN2NrgCKt0b6NhBSz9_6REQYd2D19GQb9zaKCvxzBemdlFWlo2aHVhDuq9E73apqL9qqa82sWBX44nrBCekOGMimKMApdUxxNbyiSGkzKCF745thNKy3b5H27w1lYE6ck/s2560/IMG-20240619-WA0158.jpg"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivzON8qSzI2leS4a8yE4ozjoOOw9KDrA00yhIsZpiehyphenhyphenWoYDYeur3JNas8g2MN2NrgCKt0b6NhBSz9_6REQYd2D19GQb9zaKCvxzBemdlFWlo2aHVhDuq9E73apqL9qqa82sWBX44nrBCekOGMimKMApdUxxNbyiSGkzKCF745thNKy3b5H27w1lYE6ck/w640-h426/IMG-20240619-WA0158.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />“The project, BEVAC, is being implemented by Enabel, the Belgian Development Agency through funds from European Union (EU), and it operates under the coordination of the Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism and it has already impacted more than 4,100 beekeepers and other stakeholders in Tanzania, including women beekeepers,” he said.<br /><br />Through the project, he informed that a number of local beekeepers have already been trained to implement more technique and suitable practices, added: “This initiative is essential for enhancing productivity and ensuring production of high quality honey, as well as other bee products,”<br /><br />He added that the EU was working to open new markets for the Tanzania’s honey, both locally and internationally, the initiatives which go in tandem with initiatives on quality standards and certification to help expanding marketability and competitiveness of Tanzania’s honey at the global stage.<br /><br />“Particularly, the projects is putting in place the laboratory equipment at the National beekeeping Laboratory with an eye to strengthen the country’s capacity in analyzing and provide certified assurances of the quality of the Tanzanians honey as per the international standards,” he observed.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVQLzSponxVuZdq9RhVOkXghmEBgy1_JEbCXvJ2_AWtMFYfuyh-qHqNMUqwTMvftcBi9LqNHxa6QnvPzCzk9AZbz04SLSnM7eEXWdumdSqA1wjm2vusVRXRakAyGbTu9-VGDzgabzA8-N4MjJAWTlotkbR7byxdZkJgXb6lfZMvSDy5S3ChvR6Usv8cOE/s2560/IMG-20240619-WA0154.jpg"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgVQLzSponxVuZdq9RhVOkXghmEBgy1_JEbCXvJ2_AWtMFYfuyh-qHqNMUqwTMvftcBi9LqNHxa6QnvPzCzk9AZbz04SLSnM7eEXWdumdSqA1wjm2vusVRXRakAyGbTu9-VGDzgabzA8-N4MjJAWTlotkbR7byxdZkJgXb6lfZMvSDy5S3ChvR6Usv8cOE/w640-h426/IMG-20240619-WA0154.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCFakn8unGnb_uMhkl0a-odpfbU8800tLcsIc1mZuXMJSHnPqtnzhrFfVrNVIaGF5Nb-TL3VggGiihKjoW_8LyYrK-dtmHh892gCo4eQA-nA2TPCvJppfKaltJqoG2Kdp3KNp2MCrw98JlxTdKq4V5HnTT8a5snuPMxerCf4rl5s2VJ7-bBMEl1TROeuI/s2560/IMG-20240619-WA0156.jpg"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCFakn8unGnb_uMhkl0a-odpfbU8800tLcsIc1mZuXMJSHnPqtnzhrFfVrNVIaGF5Nb-TL3VggGiihKjoW_8LyYrK-dtmHh892gCo4eQA-nA2TPCvJppfKaltJqoG2Kdp3KNp2MCrw98JlxTdKq4V5HnTT8a5snuPMxerCf4rl5s2VJ7-bBMEl1TROeuI/w640-h426/IMG-20240619-WA0156.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br />Another particular contribution by the project is construction of a modern dormitory for sheltering women students at the Tabora-based Beekeeping Training Institute (BTI), at a cost of around 1million Euro, according to him.<br /><br />In her remarks to grace the three-day event which is taking shape at the Julius Nyerere International Conference Centre (JNICC) under the theme of ‘Beyond Hives, Beyond Boarders’, Minister of Natural Resources and Tourism, Angellah Kairuki hailed the EU for their continued efforts to support the sector.<br /><br />The Minister said the beekeeping sub-sector was employing over 2 million people in the country and despite offering numerous socioeconomic benefits from individual to the national level its players are lacking needed financial assistance.<br /><br />“The government values the supports that are being injected by different stakeholders towards supporting the local beekeepers to transform their executives,” she appreciated.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6a5mPLojj7pEkJHfyEXYv-eH7xicUY1yLAvo4nQ5YPj9m0LOvl7ZDkyepmHv_JYRk_V3pAuQE9tQ9NQgA_6FnIAGfFBqB2nz8apDllOARngpWMScdr5sV6jL95VC3_xF_bF5Q7RW_s8aonve8FYOqXiW2YUdU4rDJpKGGrKGKIGQ5DEh-XuxAUWQdZ-s/s2560/IMG-20240619-WA0148.jpg"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6a5mPLojj7pEkJHfyEXYv-eH7xicUY1yLAvo4nQ5YPj9m0LOvl7ZDkyepmHv_JYRk_V3pAuQE9tQ9NQgA_6FnIAGfFBqB2nz8apDllOARngpWMScdr5sV6jL95VC3_xF_bF5Q7RW_s8aonve8FYOqXiW2YUdU4rDJpKGGrKGKIGQ5DEh-XuxAUWQdZ-s/w640-h426/IMG-20240619-WA0148.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br />And the Minister added that the event which has been organized by the Tanzania Honey Junction (THC) in collaboration with BEVAC, the Tanzania Honey Show Exhibitions 2024, serves as a crucial podium for the country to prepare to host the 50th edition of the International Apicultural Congress, Apimondia Congress to be held in 2027 in Arusha.<br /><br />“This event expands invitations to interested beekeeping actors worldwide to attend the upcoming Apimondia congress as well as enhancing national promotion. The exhibition event facilitates cross-learning between various national and international value chain actors, Government agencies, financial institutions, non-governmental organizations, extension officers, BSOs, and individual players like input providers, beekeepers, aggregators, processors, and exporters of bee products,” she said.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCsG2wJXJP08VH3bMGPLgT8bq3z_r_tE1YJ7I5WuCaEM-8hkBwjHgzjoE5lXRpAx1dIogpf-3gTIavLl0b6eIxT6_1qYzNOAWpdZ07p8G0t0UtXs6Dp-isAPc9FhWZsxzoEjZnRCPF3on6ahv5ikmDDE0PVfIcrOJtPAUnplT7eM8V4gh0t9uzTDHK-TI/s2560/IMG-20240619-WA0164.jpg"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgCsG2wJXJP08VH3bMGPLgT8bq3z_r_tE1YJ7I5WuCaEM-8hkBwjHgzjoE5lXRpAx1dIogpf-3gTIavLl0b6eIxT6_1qYzNOAWpdZ07p8G0t0UtXs6Dp-isAPc9FhWZsxzoEjZnRCPF3on6ahv5ikmDDE0PVfIcrOJtPAUnplT7eM8V4gh0t9uzTDHK-TI/w640-h426/IMG-20240619-WA0164.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLr4VEHkjr_ZoLXXFHagey9EMcYh8RYZRQK8tnSnbWvLnJYskkJeiX92vQaXrpR2N8cIMvQxQzdiohZ44gmkCUIObYtQXUNrCAHm5EgXUOLHCxMKyhrf8LbSIONkb6-aOHX6eVtldcGLxZCl0Op8HPDVTqqjLZrVckP0KKSGhRrV3m-D1aNoBEiRa3kqA/s2560/IMG-20240619-WA0171.jpg"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLr4VEHkjr_ZoLXXFHagey9EMcYh8RYZRQK8tnSnbWvLnJYskkJeiX92vQaXrpR2N8cIMvQxQzdiohZ44gmkCUIObYtQXUNrCAHm5EgXUOLHCxMKyhrf8LbSIONkb6-aOHX6eVtldcGLxZCl0Op8HPDVTqqjLZrVckP0KKSGhRrV3m-D1aNoBEiRa3kqA/w640-h426/IMG-20240619-WA0171.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br /></span><br />

EU Keen To Support Initiatives On Women Participation In Apiculture Sector

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THE National Bank of Commerce Vows To Continue Fostering Strong Ties With Customers

<span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /><br /></span><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgpTMNqqrrpX0S9k6gej0f8nqCD8usZDDyK6oQPfxXnf-eUzqCg2j5j5PJqAX41h2NCCCZq_Zh1kM8OZcc1douqOOVV0HnN5ZCp-V91fNsnK2fV4OVJnhgO-YR_lwTkctBV97dj55wfJilkg3S5UF3Yxp_RDvZBV-NN9H3HEE7K_eDT3iaepwhJ0wo6Nk/s1280/IMG-20240618-WA0037.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgpTMNqqrrpX0S9k6gej0f8nqCD8usZDDyK6oQPfxXnf-eUzqCg2j5j5PJqAX41h2NCCCZq_Zh1kM8OZcc1douqOOVV0HnN5ZCp-V91fNsnK2fV4OVJnhgO-YR_lwTkctBV97dj55wfJilkg3S5UF3Yxp_RDvZBV-NN9H3HEE7K_eDT3iaepwhJ0wo6Nk/w640-h426/IMG-20240618-WA0037.jpg" /></span></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"> </span></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /><br /><br /> <br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPkzpPxCiIQC8QLybQRbIFSYHTOhjSnZOK3fFFilY09UYnYq_sR45dviyqPwo2jq12_JdBDvRr2GL5KMhrIy5HxtIFHZyQCjcUJAOfUvipVmiMILM0WcA0pYD30lCqgB1_OMqbosJeQO_GzjX09ZRR2cU2AcZtAUBIYWvW-ri_33ANIarc62INApQlxm0/s1280/IMG-20240618-WA0035.jpg"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjPkzpPxCiIQC8QLybQRbIFSYHTOhjSnZOK3fFFilY09UYnYq_sR45dviyqPwo2jq12_JdBDvRr2GL5KMhrIy5HxtIFHZyQCjcUJAOfUvipVmiMILM0WcA0pYD30lCqgB1_OMqbosJeQO_GzjX09ZRR2cU2AcZtAUBIYWvW-ri_33ANIarc62INApQlxm0/w640-h426/IMG-20240618-WA0035.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br />By VALENTINE OFORO <br /><br />THE National Bank of Commerce (NBC), a leading financial institution in Tanzania, has reaffirmed its commitment to continue fostering strong customer engagement and innovation towards the banking industry sector across the country. <br /><br />The patriotic development in the country’s banking corridor has been unveiled by the Bank's Corporate and Investment Banking (CIB) Team Leader, Director Mr. James Meitaron.<br /><br />He was speaking during the Bank’s recently tailor-made event to visit its giant customers who have invested in the reputable Bank in Dodoma Capital City.<br /><br />Mr. Meitaron expressed that the Bank will continue rolling out its key financial services while embracing a patriotic spirit and keenness to listen to its esteemed customers in order to ensure they (customers) meet their unique needs. <br /><br />"This effort is part of NBC Bank’s broader strategy to make banking not just a service, but a seamless part of our customers' lifestyles,"<br /><br />Together with that, he stated that as a cornerstone of Tanzania's financial landscape, NBC understands the vital importance of customer satisfaction and collaboration.</span><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /><br /><br /> "Collaboration between financial institutions and customers is essential due to an ever-changing environment of constant innovations and technological advancements," he said. <br /><br />And speaking later in the evening, during an exclusive dinner and cocktail gala held at the elegant Colina Hotel grounds in Dodoma, Mr. Meitaron, stated that: “We believe that the key to exceptional service lies in understanding our customers’ needs and preferences, these visits provide us with rich insights that will inform the development of innovative solutions and improve the overall banking experience.”<br /><br />The event was organized to further cement the Bank's relationships and foster a sense of community.<br /><br />The event offered a relaxed atmosphere where clients and NBC Bank representative’s expanded their network, discussed various banking products, and enjoyed an evening of live music and entertainment. The live band and ambient setting created the perfect environment for unwinding and deepening connections.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnVIdWYBWbYWNIz-3yrpwDzX5lkBM5-oMymQeFM3Pf52cowQTwj-nrMam1h_ZcfG4bR2dPjaN0PfRCbe2P7Oss8It-lnIw4QLsZ4tpkl8Q_bfXNYQoZ9tmB5aTXrT8knI-CulgoMdth7dZFJZQzt3ezJDybttvKNqPa7qwcifrFEiZZxMKcd6JecNfiCs/s1280/IMG-20240618-WA0036.jpg"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnVIdWYBWbYWNIz-3yrpwDzX5lkBM5-oMymQeFM3Pf52cowQTwj-nrMam1h_ZcfG4bR2dPjaN0PfRCbe2P7Oss8It-lnIw4QLsZ4tpkl8Q_bfXNYQoZ9tmB5aTXrT8knI-CulgoMdth7dZFJZQzt3ezJDybttvKNqPa7qwcifrFEiZZxMKcd6JecNfiCs/w640-h426/IMG-20240618-WA0036.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />“This event was a perfect blend of business and pleasure,” commented one of the attendees. “It’s refreshing to see a bank that goes beyond traditional services to create meaningful experiences for its clients.”<br /><br />The evening was a resounding success, with attendees praising the bank's innovative approach to customer engagement. The feedback gathered during this event will be pivotal in shaping future initiatives, ensuring that NBC Bank remains at the forefront of customer-centric banking.<br /><br />KEY HIGHLIGHTS OF NBC'S COMMITMENT TO COLLABORATION WITH CORPORATE INSTITUTIONS:<br /><br />Tailored Financial Solutions: NBC offers a wide range of financial products and services customized to meet the unique needs of businesses, whether they are startups, SMEs, or large corporations. These solutions include business loans, trade finance, cash management, and investment advisory services.<br /><br />Innovative Technologies: The NBC Connect Program represents a significant step forward in streamlining business operations. This innovative digital banking platform empowers businesses with secure, efficient, and convenient banking services, allowing them to focus on growth and expansion.<br /><br />Strategic Partnerships: NBC's partnership with the Absa Group, a prominent financial institution, strengthens its lending capabilities and provides businesses with access to a broader spectrum of financial resources and expertise.<br /><br />Promoting Economic Growth: NBC actively engages with both the private and public sectors in initiatives that promote economic growth, job creation, and sustainable business practices. The bank believes in the power of collaboration to drive collective prosperity.<br /><br />Corporate Social Responsibility: NBC is committed to giving back to the communities it serves. Through its Corporate Social Responsibility programs, the bank supports education, healthcare, and environmental conservation, contributing to a brighter future for Tanzanians.<br /><br />NBC invites business communities to explore the opportunities and advantages of collaborating with a financial institution that is deeply committed to their success. By fostering partnerships and providing the tools necessary for growth, NBC aims to be the trusted financial partner for businesses in Tanzania.<br /><br />About National Bank of Commerce (NBC).<br /><br />The National Bank of Commerce (NBC) is a leading financial institution in Tanzania, committed to providing innovative and tailored financial solutions to individuals and businesses. With a rich history of being the pioneer bank and a strong presence across the country, NBC strives to be the bank of choice for those seeking financial excellence and success.<br /><br />NBC Bank provides a wide range of banking services and solutions to individuals, businesses, and communities. With a commitment to social responsibility and community development, NBC Bank actively supports various initiatives, including sports, education, and healthcare, to contribute to the well-being of Tanzanian society</span>

THE National Bank of Commerce Vows To Continue Fostering Strong Ties With Customers

  By VALENTINE OFORO THE National Bank of Commerce (NBC), a leading financial institution in Tanzania, has reaffirmed its commitment to con...

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TARI Hatches Special Program To Bolster Tanzania's Agroforest, Environmental Status

<table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyG2PnqvfiR8inQdmHYP7-JysusUXMouTvME0s9tbg70bCH57fy4llplylB_JYTaq3Etjab_R-SMLBi6ghfwpb6WQCypmP6zX9djdUI3mb91azZWsP_fg-mLtlNFZJL72p2gqwstz-FpQGDYDa3YpbeUbGl-jxnpZNdQJHv4xPyVOU8_mew2kCCQXftu8/s2560/IMG-20240604-WA0012.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjyG2PnqvfiR8inQdmHYP7-JysusUXMouTvME0s9tbg70bCH57fy4llplylB_JYTaq3Etjab_R-SMLBi6ghfwpb6WQCypmP6zX9djdUI3mb91azZWsP_fg-mLtlNFZJL72p2gqwstz-FpQGDYDa3YpbeUbGl-jxnpZNdQJHv4xPyVOU8_mew2kCCQXftu8/w640-h426/IMG-20240604-WA0012.jpg" /></span></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /><br /></span></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /> <br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_pH2XUnY8WLFLeJO-70_2uR-CtRnZxa4konLUW6B7jfEkhNPDUjeQSlDqPGEx4430CTQaDp5GDx9sNEs5P7EDFrCBFZs2rqeC9-8VKZfc45nCu8eOyt3OgMUTwwpFDF0rqfWJ7w13Nuin15Z_Gtwwl-43QHSE8QxCETW-8Hsvl7Ll_9PAqM_7TcdP27Y/s2560/IMG-20240528-WA0033.jpg"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_pH2XUnY8WLFLeJO-70_2uR-CtRnZxa4konLUW6B7jfEkhNPDUjeQSlDqPGEx4430CTQaDp5GDx9sNEs5P7EDFrCBFZs2rqeC9-8VKZfc45nCu8eOyt3OgMUTwwpFDF0rqfWJ7w13Nuin15Z_Gtwwl-43QHSE8QxCETW-8Hsvl7Ll_9PAqM_7TcdP27Y/w480-h640/IMG-20240528-WA0033.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />By VALENTINE OFORO<br /><br />THE Tanzania Agricultural Research Institute (TARI) is implementing an array of strategies to help heightening perfomance of the agroforest sub-sector, being concerted efforts to spur the country’s environmental status.<br /><br />The ongoing initiative majors on research and production of improved seeds for the agroforest tree varieties, innovation of useful farming implements, as well as soil health.<br /><br />Some of the tree seeds in question include the leucena pallida, moringa oleifera, mucuna pruriens and local mkongo and amla for germplasm collection to mention few.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Giving an interview to this publication during the ongoing exhibitions for the ahead celebrations of this year' World Environment Day (WED), Mshaghuley Ishika, the National Coordinator for Technology Dissermination and Partnership at TARI said the agroforest trees being produced are environmental friendly. <br /><br />"The tree varieties we're producing are embracing numerous potential because they cater for medicinal use, human being food and animal feeds, as well as for timber production also prevent soil erosion and improve soil nutrients," she unveiled. <br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMheNiqaWxmBvkOTfSqCjdafGe_0Q9BHe02g5lURIEvLpsuWzPYlJBNqY3iNxf4mFBvC59xqTASCuCtP56bKuYdgMyKVJ4UVEl-bTG8WKa3sJc48ZbcZRHIw2_0HPMTAuNOVt8___wVNbkjP0UVsLFh6k7BPnkxFmTuqSlwo8gn6FXPGsinCfLpRvF840/s2560/IMG-20240604-WA0017.jpg"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMheNiqaWxmBvkOTfSqCjdafGe_0Q9BHe02g5lURIEvLpsuWzPYlJBNqY3iNxf4mFBvC59xqTASCuCtP56bKuYdgMyKVJ4UVEl-bTG8WKa3sJc48ZbcZRHIw2_0HPMTAuNOVt8___wVNbkjP0UVsLFh6k7BPnkxFmTuqSlwo8gn6FXPGsinCfLpRvF840/w640-h426/IMG-20240604-WA0017.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />She added, apart from researching and hatching the useful agroforest varieties, TARI also impart farmers with key knowledge on agroforesty farming recommended practices for food security as well as household cash income.<br /><br />"The vision is to cement efforts by the government to curtail severe effects of climate change through supplying the farmers with crop resilient improved seeds which are intercroppred with environmental- friendly trees" Ishika revealed.<br /><br />To ensure effective coordination of the sector, she unveiled that the institute has earmarked two of its 17 centers to specialize on research of agroforest and soil health. <br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUciYjBOma70bJqZseq4MP2g-_K28qqlq4pTFjNYc5nkgHCLNR6N7iizNlfiluyJ8ldq1bBRngmPAzojTdcGyu_UrxVPgHTBWJKzj_UUihiJWIDQ-5BViK9X2e-etajX7LKk_ryaZba1jfwVemf23fEBTaaAlpxNXRc4K04fm0O-xmnyBf1ctKt2IB0J8/s2560/IMG-20240604-WA0022.jpg"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiUciYjBOma70bJqZseq4MP2g-_K28qqlq4pTFjNYc5nkgHCLNR6N7iizNlfiluyJ8ldq1bBRngmPAzojTdcGyu_UrxVPgHTBWJKzj_UUihiJWIDQ-5BViK9X2e-etajX7LKk_ryaZba1jfwVemf23fEBTaaAlpxNXRc4K04fm0O-xmnyBf1ctKt2IB0J8/w640-h426/IMG-20240604-WA0022.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />"Our Tabora-based center of TARI Tumbi is specific for the agroforest research whilst TARI Mlingano based at Tanga region is dealing with soil health research," as expressed. <br /><br />Dwelling on relevant technologies, she said the Institute has so far started disseminating the simple seed planter machinery named RAFIKIi Planter.<br /><br />"The machine which use only one litre petrol has been designed to facilitate planting of cotton, sunflower and maize. This farm mashine is a fast - operating machine which use only 45 minutes to maximum one hour to plant one acre and uses a single operator compared to the formal methods whereby more than 10 farners used to spend a day- long time to plant the same acreage," she detailed. <br /><br />Rice nursery sheet, known in Swahili as 'Kitalu Mkeka' is the other recently invented technology for rice planting which have sucessful cropped up through the institute rolling out for curtailing climate effects towards the rice growing sub- sector.<br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHfQ1t_BYo6SqxvACRhtcsv6aFlntEy4fpf98IC4Atxa3JYMB2YO81NlF3OfRT5k-RMMvIRbTKfDE9d4YnzldWiJEdsDRC2b34xZDV3u5goGkzG3DEoF_yEX7YJ8w7Wqta-zXzFcO62_lMmJUwMJMnyvdlxPYC2FF0TsU7DenhMynHdHzLc1LVu9yoKJs/s2560/IMG-20240604-WA0021.jpg"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjHfQ1t_BYo6SqxvACRhtcsv6aFlntEy4fpf98IC4Atxa3JYMB2YO81NlF3OfRT5k-RMMvIRbTKfDE9d4YnzldWiJEdsDRC2b34xZDV3u5goGkzG3DEoF_yEX7YJ8w7Wqta-zXzFcO62_lMmJUwMJMnyvdlxPYC2FF0TsU7DenhMynHdHzLc1LVu9yoKJs/w640-h426/IMG-20240604-WA0021.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />"The other technology Systems of Rice Intensification (SRI), a water - effective practice which consume few seeds, but with high production and productivity "Ishika added.<br /><br />In curtailing soil degradation, she said the institute is working to impart the farmers best knowledge on how to create the tied ridges.<br /><br />"And to further assisting the farmers, we have developed the special ringer and ripper machines, with use of the facilities farmers are now masterminding tied ridge making;" she observed. <br /><br />Going far, TARI also work to train and advising the farmers over soil health and testing.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgp8q2FX2EoNDVFzAVqO9gfL4cjwDS8NVi-MmMrE-PO3JLL-FF38xHcKJ0-v-_stG1hwGE8mQRM0YesTotIatp_ytTXbaSmwxW3iNEXPUjcYIQGS4om4WamPPrLfy7KPuum2qSKOUj-yeEWWiN6zzl881Yg1CzmAkqBr6FpV3nIjGP2P3I5ACHM5eLGMwQ/s2560/IMG-20240604-WA0013.jpg"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgp8q2FX2EoNDVFzAVqO9gfL4cjwDS8NVi-MmMrE-PO3JLL-FF38xHcKJ0-v-_stG1hwGE8mQRM0YesTotIatp_ytTXbaSmwxW3iNEXPUjcYIQGS4om4WamPPrLfy7KPuum2qSKOUj-yeEWWiN6zzl881Yg1CzmAkqBr6FpV3nIjGP2P3I5ACHM5eLGMwQ/w640-h426/IMG-20240604-WA0013.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />"Together with that we have also developed effective map on soil pH and management options for improvement of soil health in Tanzania, but also, the special crop suitability map, particularly sunflowers for Dodoma and singida regions, " she unveiled. <br /><br />Tomorrow,June 5, 2024, Tanzania will join the countries in the world to celebrate this year’s World Environment Day under the theme “Land Restoration, Desertification, and Drought Resilience.”<br /></span><br />

TARI Hatches Special Program To Bolster Tanzania's Agroforest, Environmental Status

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PlayMatters Project In Robust Initiative To Promote Innovations, Creativity Towards Local Pupils

<span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /><br /><br /></span><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqRglSuIEQjoKyDGWMBGzi1pvxcCoYYvt-amwB1P4_-lGtLJKV74_xQDoDC-yku_CrljqY3I124EltJwf5Cu1uDxLTAHU_UO3qFSEneOXA5lAubTHJj44euk2h1Mq_6eekY_t9WIPZeATLGzusPA2KaWk6NZLV_MPZ-YvjL5LsTzVt13nLkgho97BbsIU/s4496/DSC_0092.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqRglSuIEQjoKyDGWMBGzi1pvxcCoYYvt-amwB1P4_-lGtLJKV74_xQDoDC-yku_CrljqY3I124EltJwf5Cu1uDxLTAHU_UO3qFSEneOXA5lAubTHJj44euk2h1Mq_6eekY_t9WIPZeATLGzusPA2KaWk6NZLV_MPZ-YvjL5LsTzVt13nLkgho97BbsIU/w640-h428/DSC_0092.JPG" /></a></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /><br /> </span><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: x-large;">By VALENTINE OFORO</span><br style="font-family: verdana; font-size: x-large;" /><br style="font-family: verdana; font-size: x-large;" /><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: x-large;">PUPILS from at least 100 primary schools across Tanzania are benefiting from a tailor- made USD10 million worth project which is focusing to foster creativity and innovation through use of special learning kits, known as Lego Bricks'.</span><br style="font-family: verdana; font-size: x-large;" /><br style="font-family: verdana; font-size: x-large;" /><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: x-large;">Dubbed 'PlayMatters' the -five year robust project is a brainchild of International Rescue Committee, under the financial auspicious of Lego Foundation, and it is being implemented in sync with other key stakeholders, including Planning International, Innovation for Poverty Action (IPA) the Behavioural Insight Team and War Child, as well as the government.</span><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /> <a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSi88Q7qF5cCo782XvjQODKzDHQx9olt4toqcMzLbGLywdBW4C0lcxBMENrCrc1s2O3peCwyfaiJ42VlmTfro2Zq9HDAI0HfTCGlp_YhRkf3_l1eqoNRw0JAcc9_oELdlcKmDRMo1c8lmylQ90zY-R_Z7iSq7Or26DshYaeaWvcN78PcULGD9hq6agYGQ/s4496/DSC_0174.JPG"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSi88Q7qF5cCo782XvjQODKzDHQx9olt4toqcMzLbGLywdBW4C0lcxBMENrCrc1s2O3peCwyfaiJ42VlmTfro2Zq9HDAI0HfTCGlp_YhRkf3_l1eqoNRw0JAcc9_oELdlcKmDRMo1c8lmylQ90zY-R_Z7iSq7Or26DshYaeaWvcN78PcULGD9hq6agYGQ/w640-h428/DSC_0174.JPG" /></a><br /><br /></span><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /><br />Giving an exclusive interview to this publication at the ongoing observations of the National Education, Skills and Innovation Week 2024 in Tanga region, Ms. Juliana Dyegura, the Technical Lead for PlayMatters project expressed that the initiative was further working to heighten perfomance of health, education, and child protection areas, among others.<br /><br />She briefed that, pupils in at least five regions of Mara, Mwanza, Simiyu, Mtwara and Dodoma are positively impacted by the helpful project.<br /><br />"The project involves an array of crucial initiatives, all aiming to improve pupil's physical and cognitive growth, psychological ability, but also to expose them to clouds-connected digital creativity portals,"she briefed. <br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzT3VS-x4f42z7h4mzPMhnCvcBVHuxy5BWBHqRXRWhPXpchlfp-xRa37yybQsan9aSJ8WIEfn8ej_fmy055VsiHKTfPttjBH7Rg16AaExUWJGBW1nxJMtmc4Z1gvRzyZAx-FFchcuGmoT6FOXYiqJBKOLASVN4AqmfLDIdHt9o7hT9-NkBWTfHyu2xnls/s4496/DSC_0123.JPG"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzT3VS-x4f42z7h4mzPMhnCvcBVHuxy5BWBHqRXRWhPXpchlfp-xRa37yybQsan9aSJ8WIEfn8ej_fmy055VsiHKTfPttjBH7Rg16AaExUWJGBW1nxJMtmc4Z1gvRzyZAx-FFchcuGmoT6FOXYiqJBKOLASVN4AqmfLDIdHt9o7hT9-NkBWTfHyu2xnls/w640-h428/DSC_0123.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />And she added, the six bricks concept was introduced in 2023 to schools by PlayMatters project, saying the useful training technical was created by Care for Education.<br /><br />"The concept based on the creative application of lego bricks to education activities," he informed. <br /><br />To have the project’s goal achieved, Dyegura added the project was rolling out special training towards teachers, primary schools headmasters and members of schools committees on how bravely to make fruitful use of the Lego Bricks to help spur pupils teaching- learning process in schools. <br /><br />"The focus is to promote and improve spirit of innovation, technology and creativity towards the pupils across the involving schools, the key development for their tomorrow's future, as well as the national economy as a whole," she added.<br /><br />Apart from training, she detailed that the project was dishing out different relevant facilities to the schools in order to enable the trachers to stand on a professional side to assist the pupils to aquire the targeted skills.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhs0sCk1dO3kZ4CzVCH4zyHB2Og-bLe4MDXoqc7KTj_1sFNsNW1Pq9f3iM3xeOo0vCsRrfFnFKi63NRtPVOnTGHs2aCiG_MPPZopL96Dq_urTsL4vlcjUnfEYjTsZ9whzk1mfjNHOqtvu8qzXaLrdjQj35RU1X5C6E7YRpbVgS2jdmQY6wO1RXQUIsW6u0/s4496/DSC_0112.JPG"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhs0sCk1dO3kZ4CzVCH4zyHB2Og-bLe4MDXoqc7KTj_1sFNsNW1Pq9f3iM3xeOo0vCsRrfFnFKi63NRtPVOnTGHs2aCiG_MPPZopL96Dq_urTsL4vlcjUnfEYjTsZ9whzk1mfjNHOqtvu8qzXaLrdjQj35RU1X5C6E7YRpbVgS2jdmQY6wO1RXQUIsW6u0/w640-h428/DSC_0112.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />The future focus, according to her is to extend the key services to more schools in more regions, depending on availability of resources. <br /><br />"Currently, we're working in partnership with the Tanzania Institute of Education (TEI) to develop a special training guideline, being partly to bolster the training in question " <br /><br />"And PlayMatters project is sparking lifelong learning through play," Dyegura expounded.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmsHqjb0Qu2DwYlNjw9qCyDsZ1Th4fmzBoAhNT52GAwr-vY2hCZQbxmvRB5BKhH6uJvFxWrwrCL_jKjS-keNb4IGxgbYb7KxfdUFC49jde6GvRInNHl27iiRq0J3WyMGq73lPhYQ0GTYcEirZ4UWWxC4K9VI1LSLLaiMVdA2QB3SqDA-iZgDIVI0Ukt-o/s4496/DSC_0160.JPG"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgmsHqjb0Qu2DwYlNjw9qCyDsZ1Th4fmzBoAhNT52GAwr-vY2hCZQbxmvRB5BKhH6uJvFxWrwrCL_jKjS-keNb4IGxgbYb7KxfdUFC49jde6GvRInNHl27iiRq0J3WyMGq73lPhYQ0GTYcEirZ4UWWxC4K9VI1LSLLaiMVdA2QB3SqDA-iZgDIVI0Ukt-o/w640-h428/DSC_0160.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Giving more details, she communicated that the NGO, International Rescue Committee, is executing at least eight major initiatives in Uganda, Ethiopia and Tanzania at a general cost of around USD 100 million. <br /><br />The ongoing project incorporate UNHCR Main Award, Profutulo, Pop- Up, EMPP, WUSC; Shule Bora and Instant Network Schools (INS).<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrNTonPuHcZqty-pcje_Hdrsoxa2Ep4qZyUXjNTJnrgbl3m9NJkFpZhZU-6MWmhzvLPGSzeOWKvTL0inj79KZhdNJ5u_BBnVMLi5q1mMs7fC16XZuF_U3V6FIZib13sEwnICWeZxjubbjlSS7hE5GGUHeE2re8bBS_02e6FatAyD9qYaFcC21Uhs6OsUg/s4496/DSC_0131.JPG"><img border="0" 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PlayMatters Project In Robust Initiative To Promote Innovations, Creativity Towards Local Pupils

By VALENTINE OFORO PUPILS from at least 100 primary schools across Tanzania are benefiting from a tailor- made USD10 million worth project ...

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Tanga In Major Zeal To Revamp The Lost Industries Glory Through Innovations

<span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4f16fCi68e4uEPPc6mIEmTpn0-23zZ0NrrNBveLOZma9k7lIxrLCwfmucgSCRl_J5Wh-g9_61h4i_VoUhC1lEsjXdXxo3u5zap4yUCOykKYeUIS5k4DOHz_KCzYIlRRAAPnOBksv9hamFu_ue0ZzouxkYzlnbFIak15buO3qmeU64UldPzSmXj227faU/s4496/DSC_0257.JPG" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh4f16fCi68e4uEPPc6mIEmTpn0-23zZ0NrrNBveLOZma9k7lIxrLCwfmucgSCRl_J5Wh-g9_61h4i_VoUhC1lEsjXdXxo3u5zap4yUCOykKYeUIS5k4DOHz_KCzYIlRRAAPnOBksv9hamFu_ue0ZzouxkYzlnbFIak15buO3qmeU64UldPzSmXj227faU/w640-h428/DSC_0257.JPG" /></span></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br /></span></td></tr></tbody></table><span style="font-family: verdana; font-size: large;"><br />By VALENTINE OFORO<br /><br />THE Government in Tanga region is working a series of constructive efforrts to attract potential investors to chip in and invest into various economic sector in the region mapped in northen-east corner of Tanzania.<br /><br />Among the eagerly-awaited investors in the region, are those based education, innovation, crops processing and value addition sector.<br /><br />Despite being endowed with favourable weather to support production of potential fruits, rarely found prestigious spices and other popular commercial crops, absence of relevant processing plants have been cited to have derailing the region to benefit from the sectors.<br /> <br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjv0rjqEMyzZSE70N7vwBXWOlnFbRfSZHRrhsy909rFo4PAQFmcbkSxQivLFtur_Xmexfj7TdklduMf-Uz-NUyzGlxfjB3k0_h1iB2xPk62QzXqJpWUcBbvNTSTYACrEC51o6t2wZHyub3MM43x9pyFxYqEJezyS-iICfmAN17Z3kbY2eCNAva1zbmagr0/s1280/MVI_2545.00_03_04_41.Still002.jpg"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjv0rjqEMyzZSE70N7vwBXWOlnFbRfSZHRrhsy909rFo4PAQFmcbkSxQivLFtur_Xmexfj7TdklduMf-Uz-NUyzGlxfjB3k0_h1iB2xPk62QzXqJpWUcBbvNTSTYACrEC51o6t2wZHyub3MM43x9pyFxYqEJezyS-iICfmAN17Z3kbY2eCNAva1zbmagr0/w640-h360/MVI_2545.00_03_04_41.Still002.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxB03riwpCrTeyzkrTC_UndiB5KZEhEE6RfSdecDY9yiun1eInzqpcvoPpOPiz9BbEay2iq1KW_42cdr_Y5tMZN_ZOkMPyEXujuU9SlTgTGo8sg5qaQBrEGVtopOGmAnRR-zhYpahX_KSsGwmv9jrKgbPIeoMAxaf9A3XBDXGV7y4BUDNwVs0hj-0Fotk/s4496/DSC_0258.JPG"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxB03riwpCrTeyzkrTC_UndiB5KZEhEE6RfSdecDY9yiun1eInzqpcvoPpOPiz9BbEay2iq1KW_42cdr_Y5tMZN_ZOkMPyEXujuU9SlTgTGo8sg5qaQBrEGVtopOGmAnRR-zhYpahX_KSsGwmv9jrKgbPIeoMAxaf9A3XBDXGV7y4BUDNwVs0hj-0Fotk/w640-h428/DSC_0258.JPG" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />Moreover, majority of civil servants who are plying their trade at different public institutions, and those from the private side are failing to advance their education status through useful evening programs that are rolled out by diverse universities because there is no any university, neither varsities branches in the region. <br /><br />Giving a brief press conference to journalists this afternoon pertaining to this year’s national observations of Education, Skills and Innovation Week 2024, which is taking shape for a week-long at Tanga-based Popatilal Secondary School grounds, the District Commissioner (DC) for Tanga City, Mr. James Kaji said the region need collaborative interventions and support to bounce back to former industry status.<br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijPump0wutyoWDr0ZhLV20ICJ_N63LcBEVMNiMpNGzUvr_L53uEywOtmkO6mKFW3KhMCe7h-JaGRqHsxg6Lpne8kuBzZ5noTvkuIMvUKYYVWYs_3wS8lRLB0MF84bhCxPxO_urifm2HEy2_JQgQzvd7k8Wk6iiwvEnTbn-2CT4NLiVrP0YCR8oFGF6IWs/s1280/MVI_2545.00_01_55_14.Still003.jpg"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEijPump0wutyoWDr0ZhLV20ICJ_N63LcBEVMNiMpNGzUvr_L53uEywOtmkO6mKFW3KhMCe7h-JaGRqHsxg6Lpne8kuBzZ5noTvkuIMvUKYYVWYs_3wS8lRLB0MF84bhCxPxO_urifm2HEy2_JQgQzvd7k8Wk6iiwvEnTbn-2CT4NLiVrP0YCR8oFGF6IWs/w640-h360/MVI_2545.00_01_55_14.Still003.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />He insisted, the Government in the region has well prepared, including creating friendly investing environment to support the prospective investors from inside and outside the country to extend their investment footholds into the region. <br /><br />"We're very thankful and happy for the timely decision by the Government through the ministry of Education, Science and Technology to allow Tanga to host this event," he appreciated. <br /><br />The DC expressed that Tanga is producers of meaningful crops, ranging from cassava, fruits and rarely found prestigious spices, but the involved farmers and the region as a whole is not fully benefiting from the sectors due to absence of needed skills and capitals to establish processing industries. <br /><br /><br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh21JGkeyFlxkz2g4fGpZ8Q-jchzU1Mqcz0fKKLTavUWcsTxf0T6F2oWXpChYvg74EkBzkE3a-MjIydK7xS5K5uBfsxem_LP-sFdIi0Y6zCbS9sFqlvkJfXT7JMRLndtqwJwR32PoXcpfgjSE-t8GYziP_RuHb4z-XF58qWqLGF7JAzcs_BPGo59UlRECk/s1280/MVI_2545.00_00_40_34.Still005.jpg"><img border="0" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh21JGkeyFlxkz2g4fGpZ8Q-jchzU1Mqcz0fKKLTavUWcsTxf0T6F2oWXpChYvg74EkBzkE3a-MjIydK7xS5K5uBfsxem_LP-sFdIi0Y6zCbS9sFqlvkJfXT7JMRLndtqwJwR32PoXcpfgjSE-t8GYziP_RuHb4z-XF58qWqLGF7JAzcs_BPGo59UlRECk/w640-h360/MVI_2545.00_00_40_34.Still005.jpg" /></a><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br /><br />"I would like to challenge the farmers, small-scale entrepreneurs and the entire citizens of Tanga and neighboring regions to turn out in multitude in order to acquire necessary entrepreneurship skills," he urged.<br /><br />As part to revamp industry sector, the DC communicated that his office has been working in sync with the Small Industries Development Organisation (SIDO) and Vocational Education and Training Authority (VETA) to impart the youth and women with vital entrepreneurship skills, but saying much efforts are needed in place for getting intended results.<br /><br />"This event is sailing on the same boat with the region's current zeal to revive and further stimulating performance of industries through uplifting and assist the small scale entrepreneurs to engage into innovations and creativity works," he insisted. <br /><br /><br />The Minister of Education, Science and Technology Prof Adolf Mkenda will this afternoon open the country’s key event, tailored for driving forward innovations and creativity.<br /><br />More than 300 exhibitors from different local universities, research institutes, international organizations, ministries, technical colleges and others are taking part in this year’s event.<br /><a href="https://www.blogger.com/email-post.g?blogID=3054839145188558284&postID=805604607828613296"></a><br /><br /></span><br />

Tanga In Major Zeal To Revamp The Lost Industries Glory Through Innovations

By VALENTINE OFORO THE Government in Tanga region is working a series of constructive efforrts to attract potential investors to chip in and...

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