Category: Kingsway Tanzania

The election clock is ticking and there is much to unpack. Hassan has formally launched her campaign and the race looks firmly tilted in Chama Cha Mapinduzi party’s (CCM) favour. Opposition parties remain boxed out, court coverage of Tundu Lissu’s treason trial has been restricted and the state’s grip on political space is tightening.…… Read…

Tanzania is heading into the final stretch before October’s general election - and the tone has shifted decisively. President Samia Hassan is still the clear frontrunner, but her administration is now leaning heavily on state power to shape the race. Opposition voices are sidelined, media space is tightening and security tactics are growing more aggressive.………

As Tanzania heads toward its October 2025 general elections, the political and economic landscape is undergoing significant shifts. President Samia Hassan remains the clear frontrunner, but rising economic frustrations and an evolving voter base pose challenges to her re-election bid. Meanwhile, the opposition, now led by Tundu Lissu of CHADEMA, is at a crossroads.…… Read…

Tanzania's economy is positioned for steady growth, supported by diversified sectors, low inflation, and strategic reforms, though macroeconomic vulnerabilities require on-going attention to sustain momentum. President Hassan continues to prioritize infrastructure development, regulatory simplification, and policy harmonization. All of the above will greatly enhance the business environment in general. We see nothing that tells us…

We have frequently praised President Samia Hassan since she came to power for her openness to criticism, commitment to freedom and relaxed relationship with the media. It seems that is now changing. Her calm and collected demeanour appears to have been shaken and she is currently making some choices that are definitely not in her…

We see nothing but a positive outlook when looking at inflation figures and investment trends. President Hassan’s government encounters the occasional bump in the road as it pushes on with its investment initiatives, strategic reform and taxation reforms but nothing that cannot be overcome appears to be on the horizon at this time.…… Read the…

Tanzania continues to set new standards in Africa and beyond. Hassan’s modern and interactive style of governance is making people sit up and take notice. Neighbouring countries would be well served to watch and learn. Under her strong and stable leadership, Tanzania has taken great leaps forward and people are now beginning to reap the…

We anticipate that it will be good New Year for Tanzania. The country is quickly becoming a regional heavyweight and that is packing quite an economic and political punch. Industrial development and improved local production and manufacturing all point to positive growth for 2024 and should make it very attractive to investors both at home…