Safaricom ownership shifts as Vodacom buys 20% stake
The pan-African telco has struck a defining agreement with Kenya’s government and Vodafone to raise its Safaricom stake to 55%, tightening its grip on East Africa’s largest telecoms and mobile money ecosystem.
Tanzania govt under fire for extended social media restrictions
Following a five-day Internet shut down, connectivity has returned, but restrictions are still in place on various social media platforms, incurring the ire of human rights bodies.
Tanzania embraces drones for agricultural innovation
From cashew plantations to maize fields, Tanzania is embracing drone innovation to modernise agriculture, enhance efficiency, and empower farmers with real-time data for smarter decision-making.
Vodacom Tanzania marks 25yrs uplifting ESG goals
Vodacom Tanzania has launched its latest ESG report, showcasing efforts in financial inclusion, digital access, and climate action as it connects 22.6 million customers nationwide.
Wingu, Raddy partner on digital infrastructure
The agreement between the two companies provides Tanzania’s digital economy with more choice.
Tanzania, Kenya boost cross-border connectivity with fibre link
The Tanzania Telecommunications Corporation says the new cross-border fibre link aims to strengthen digital competitiveness, expand the scope of high-speed communication services, and stimulate the growth of the digital economy for East Africa.
Presidential push ignites hope in Tanzania's start-up ecosystem
President Hassan declared start-ups essential to Tanzania’s future, outlining major initiatives to boost innovation, including over 460 ongoing projects.
South Africa, Tanzania deepen scientific alliance
South Africa's National Research Foundation and Tanzania's Commission for Science and Technology recently signed an agreement to strengthen scientific partnership.
AXIAN Telecom gets $100m to boost connectivity
The investment will be used to expand 4G coverage in Madagascar and Tanzania, as well as to support the rollout of 5G sites.
Tanzania banks on agri-tech to lift smallholder farmers
The bilateral program addresses important difficulties for smallholder farmers by providing integrated digital solutions.
Showmax expands African footprint with Kiswahili interface
The streaming service has become the first platform to offer an interface in Kiswahili for Tanzanian subscribers.
Bank of Tanzania unveils fintech regulatory sandbox
The Bank's fintech regulatory sandbox provides a regulated environment for testing financial products and services.
Remitly, Airtel Tanzania partner to simplify money transfers
The partnership allows Remitly users to send money straight to Airtel Tanzania wallets.