Tanzania stories

Aug 22, 2026

Tanzania inaugurates $2.9B Julius Nyerere hydropower dam built by Egyptian consortium

Tanzania inaugurated the Julius Nyerere dam and hydropower plant on Saturday, a $2.9 billion project constructed by an Egyptian consortium over five years. Egyptian Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly attended the ceremony.

Aug 22, 20261 source

Jul 3, 2026

US Signs $1.3 Billion Five-Year Health Pact with Tanzania

The United States has signed a $1.3 billion healthcare agreement with Tanzania, marking a major five-year investment in the East African nation's health sector. The pact was signed late Wednesday as part of expanding US engagement in the region.

Jul 3, 20261 source

Apr 25, 2026

Tanzania Inquiry Finds Over 500 Killed in Election Violence

A government-appointed commission in Tanzania released a report finding that more than 500 people were killed in violence surrounding last year's elections, though the report does not identify who was responsible for the deaths.

Apr 25, 20262 sources