AGP Executive Report
Last update: 8 hours agoMineral Research: Tanzania is urging African governments to fund exploration and processing with domestic capital. Minerals Minister Anthony Mavunde said 10% of mining revenue is earmarked for geological surveys, though detailed exploration covers only about 16% of the country. Digital Libraries: Education Minister Adolf Mkenda launched a national digital library system for book access, cataloguing and lending, while stressing that physical libraries remain vital for people without internet. Startup Funding: Tanzanian startups have attracted about $90 million this year, and the government is being urged to speed up its startup policy and proposed venture-capital fund. Circular Technology: Researchers say Black Soldier Fly larvae can turn sisal waste into protein-rich animal feed, with the residue usable as organic fertiliser. Maritime Skills: Tanzania will host a planned regional maritime university, intended to train seafarers and strengthen the region’s shipping capacity.
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