Tanzania Roundup: Corruption cases, tourism revenue, US -Tanzania partnership
Corruption cases
The Prevention and Combating of Corruption Bureau (PCCB) in Tanzania has uncovered 21 cases of grand corruption, including embezzlement of public funds by government agencies and authorities. The cases involve mismanagement and misappropriation of billions of Tanzanian shillings. According to Tanzanian media The Citizen, The PCCB has taken legal action against suspects and frozen assets acquired through corruption, promoting accountability and transparency.
Tourism revenue
Tanzania has attracted over 1.8 million foreign tourists and earned 3.37 billion U.S. dollars in revenue between 2021 and 2023. The country ranks second in Africa for tourist arrivals and third in earnings after Ethiopia, Morocco, and Mauritius, reports media agency The Independent. Tanzania has been recognized with various global tourism awards for its efforts in promoting the industry.
US – Tanzania partnership
The US government is interested in partnering with Tanzania for mineral research to support the production of clean energy. Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has tasked the Ministry of Minerals to capitalize on High-Resolution Airborne Geographical Survey to detect the potentiality of minerals. Tanzania aims to intensify the survey to boost the economy and improve the lives of miners, reports local media Daily News.
Hungary – Tanzania diplomatic mission
Hungary has opened a diplomatic mission in Tanzania to strengthen ties between the two countries and the European Union and East Africa. The countries are cooperating on various projects, and Hungary is also planning to open a diplomatic mission in Dar-es-Salaam, Daily News Hungary reported. The Hungarian foreign minister Péter Szijjártó emphasized the importance of Africa's stability for Europe's security and expressed support for Tanzania's efforts in combating terrorism and providing for refugees.
Emergency care
Tanzania has made significant strides in improving access to emergency care for pregnant women and newborns through the launch of a toll-free emergency number and the m-mama emergency transport service. According to Vodafone Foundation News, this initiative has effectively addressed the lack of appropriate care in rural areas, leading to a 38% reduction in maternal mortality. The 115 number, which is now accessible nationwide, has facilitated over 60,000 emergency cases in Tanzania.
