Hilda Mhagama

Dar es Salaam

Freelance Journalist at Freelance

General News Reporter | Journalist | Editor at Woman Magazine | Women In News 2016/17 Fellow

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Govt distributes inputs to boost cashew nut production

5 days ago | dailynews.co.tz | Hilda Mhagama

DODOMA: THE government has continued to promote cashew nut farming across the country by providing subsidised agricultural inputs including in newly identified cashew-producing regions such as Tabora. Deputy Minister for Agriculture, Mr David Silinde told the National Assembly on Thursday that in 2024/2025 farming season, the government distributed a total of 7,700 kilogrammes and 96,120 litres of pesticides to new cashew-producing regions, including Tabora.
Empowerment loans restart, groups urged to apply

5 days ago | dailynews.co.tz | Hilda Mhagama

DODOMA: THE government reiterated yesterday that it has resumed the issuance of the 10 per cent loans through local government authorities, following a temporary suspension in April 2023 to allow for system improvements.
TARURA budget hits 1tr/- as govt tackles damaged roads

5 days ago | dailynews.co.tz | Hilda Mhagama

DODOMA: AS 2024/25 Financial Year ends next month, the government has taken measures to speed up rehabilitation of roads damaged by heavy rains, including those in urban neighbourhoods following concerns raised by MPs over impassable routes during the rainy season.
Two firms under review for Engaruka soda ash partnership

5 days ago | dailynews.co.tz | Hilda Mhagama

DODOMA: PLANS to finalise the long-awaited Engaruka Soda Ash Project are progressing with the government currently vetting two companies that submitted bids to partner with the National Development Corporation (NDC). This was revealed in the National Assembly by the Deputy Minister for Industry and Trade, Mr Exaud Kigahe, in response to a question from Special Seats MP, Zaytun Swai (CCM) who sought to understand the government’s strategy for ensuring the project’s completion.
Extension officers to receive fuel boost next FY

5 days ago | dailynews.co.tz | Hilda Mhagama

DODOMA: AGRICULTURAL extension officers in five regions and twelve local government authorities are set to receive a monthly fuel allocation of 10 to 15 litres in the 2025/26 financial year, Legislators were told yesterday. The move aims to enhance their mobility and effectiveness in supporting farmers across the country.
Parliament faults TPDF recruitment criteria

6 days ago | dailynews.co.tz | Hilda Mhagama

DODOMA: SPEAKER of the National Assembly, Dr Tulia Ackson, has faulted the recent recruitment criteria issued by the Tanzania People’s Defence Forces (TPDF), saying it contradicts a standing resolution of the Parliament. Dr Tulia was responding to a point of order raised by Mbozi Legislator George Mwenisongole (CCM) who sought clarification on whether a government agency’s failure to adhere to a Parliamentary resolution constitutes a violation of that resolution.
2025/26 budget targets water project completion

6 days ago | dailynews.co.tz | Hilda Mhagama

DODOMA: THE government will focus on completing more than 1,500 ongoing water projects across the country in the 2025/26 financial year, with the aim of expanding access to clean and safe water in both rural and urban areas. Presenting the budget estimates for his docket before the National Assembly yesterday, Minister for Water Jumaa Aweso outlined the sector’s key priorities and execution plan for the coming financial year.
Tanzania lifts bans to allow for trade negotiations

2 weeks ago | dailynews.co.tz | Hilda Mhagama

TANZANIA: Tanzania has lifted its suspension of agricultural imports from South Africa and Malawi, Minister for Agriculture Hussein Bashe announced. This decision comes after the governments of Malawi and South Africa engaged with Tanzania’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation and the Ministry of Agriculture to seek a resolution to the initial ban, which was imposed on April 23, 2025.
Samia stresses unity

2 weeks ago | dailynews.co.tz | Hilda Mhagama

DODOMA: PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan has called upon Tanzanians to unite and work together to propel the country’s development and honour the legacy of Mwalimu Julius Nyerere, one of the founders of the Union.
TZ celebrates decades of Union feats

2 weeks ago | dailynews.co.tz | Hilda Mhagama

AS Tanzania celebrates the 61st anniversary of the historic Union between Tanganyika and Zanzibar, the government has highlighted the significant achievements and commitment to strengthening the bond between the two parts of the political merger. The Union, formed to foster greater unity, cooperation and development, has witnessed numerous milestones over the past decades.