Digital Finance & Inclusion: The Bank of Tanzania says rising internet access, wider smartphone use and expanding mobile money are driving better financial inclusion, with mobile network coverage at 98.6% and geographical coverage up to 79.5% in 2025. Rail Safety Tech: Tanzania Railways Corporation rolled out laser-equipped Hi-Rail Ford Rangers to inspect the Standard Gauge Railway in motion, aiming to spot track faults and misalignment earlier and improve preventive maintenance. Water Access: Tanzania is finalising efforts to deliver clean water services to 1,575 villages, with plans to strengthen institutions, adopt modern technologies and explore new financing. Urban Planning: Tanzania presented a proactive roadmap to manage urban growth before it becomes a crisis, focusing on planned peri-urban expansion, inclusive services and climate-resilient infrastructure. Ebola Response & Vaccines: Scientists are racing to develop and scale a Bundibugyo Ebola vaccine in DR Congo, while regional preparedness is being reinforced as outbreaks expand. Waste-to-Energy: NEMC launched a feasibility study in Dar es Salaam, Dodoma and Mwanza to assess converting city waste into energy, including collection systems and economic viability. Health-Tech Financing: Dawa Mkononi injected over Sh1 billion into pharmacy medicine stock via a 28-day credit platform with Vodacom and NCBA Bank to reduce shortages. EAC Digital Connectivity: EAC is pushing a harmonised regional mobile roaming framework to cut cross-border communication costs and support the single digital market. Disaster Preparedness: Tanzania reaffirmed its plan to serve as a SADC hub for disaster preparedness, using research, modern technologies, digital systems and AI for early warning.