Tanzania–Malaysia Education Pact: Tanzania and Malaysia agreed to deepen higher education ties via university-to-university partnerships, joint research, academic exchange, scholarships and science/technology collaboration. Russia Air Connectivity: President Samia announced direct Air Tanzania flights linking Dar es Salaam, Moscow and Zanzibar from July 2, aiming to boost trade and tourism. Climate Finance Push: Tanzania urged stronger climate adaptation funding as the GEF assembly ended in Uzbekistan, highlighting faster access and simplified procedures for beneficiaries. Parliament Accountability: National Assembly Speaker Zungu cracked down on absentee lawmakers after MPs travelled without authorisation, directing explanations over a Morocco trip. Digital Payments Surge: Bank of Tanzania data shows merchants accepting digital payments rose to 2.79m in 2025, accelerating Tanzania’s cash-lite shift. Health Systems Upgrade: CDC says Tanzania can detect Marburg within hours, citing stronger labs, surveillance and trained health workers. Urban Plastic Waste: Rapid city expansion is turning urban areas into plastic waste dumping grounds, worsening drainage blockages and flooding risks. Coffee Buyer Sanctions: Tanzania barred debt-default coffee buyers from next season’s crop purchasing to protect farmers and reduce payment disputes. Tourism Route Boost: Belgium Airlines launched its maiden flight to Kilimanjaro International Airport, a potential boost for Tanzania’s tourism links.