Budget & Tax Reform: Tanzania’s Finance Minister Khamis Mussa Omar says the 2026/27 budget will pair targeted tax relief with reforms to widen the tax base and improve revenue collection efficiency, after reviewing 727 proposals. Zanzibar–Singapore Investment Push: Zanzibar President Hussein Ali Mwinyi invited Singaporean investors to back the blue economy, energy, tourism and technology, during talks with Singapore President Tharman Shanmugaratnam. Mining & Critical Minerals: Evolution Energy Minerals reports soil geochemistry results at the Chikundo copper project, identifying four drill-ready target areas; Kabanga Nickel also gained momentum after state house briefings, with beneficiation plans moving toward implementation. Uranium Project Revival: Tanzania’s stalled Mkuju River uranium project is gaining renewed political and investment momentum following President Samia’s Russia visit and a deal for a uranium processing plant. Telecom Expansion: TCRA says 5G coverage reached 32.83% of the population (quarter ending March 2026), even as smartphone uptake remains low and 5G land coverage is still limited. Aviation Safety Skills: ACI Africa’s Airfield Ground Lighting inspection and audit training in Dar es Salaam is building technical capacity for safer airport operations across the region. Health Leadership: Arusha’s Health Minister Mchengerwa urged hospital boards to deliver patient-centred care, warning that equipment alone won’t count without dignity, compassion and timely treatment. Education & Research: UDSM Research and Innovation Week highlighted the need for stronger mineral research and exploration; meanwhile IIT Madras awarded MTech and other postgraduate degrees to 46 international students including Tanzanians. Energy & Geothermal: Tanzania showcased geothermal and other energy investment opportunities at WGC 2026, positioning the country as a regional energy gateway. Education Scholarships: Aga Khan Mzizima IB graduands secured scholarships worth over Sh1.9bn to universities across multiple continents.