Mpoki Thomson

Dar es Salaam

Managing Editor at The Citizen (Tanzania)

African storyteller | Managing Editor, The Citizen Executive Editor - Mwananchi, Mwanaspoti | Founder - Strategy Space

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Articles

RISING WOMAN 2025: Joseline Kamuhanda: Trusting the process and embracing the journey

1 month ago | thecitizen.co.tz | Mpoki Thomson

Joseline Kamuhanda, is not your average corporate leader—she is bold, determined, and daring, yet deeply compassionate and visionary. As we began our conversation, I was candid about wanting her to share the raw, unfiltered version of her journey. Too often, women reflect on their careers from a place of success, leaving out the struggles they faced along the way. “Trust the process, embrace the journey, and never stop pushing forward.”—this is Joseline’s life motto.
UK envoy speaks out on global shift in foreign aid

2 months ago | thecitizen.co.tz | Mpoki Thomson

Following the freezing of foreign aid under the Trump administration, British High Commissioner to Tanzania, Marianne Young, shares insights on the global shift in foreign aid and its implications for Tanzania. In an exclusive interview with The Citizen, hosted by Managing Editor Mpoki Thomson, she discusses the impact on Tanzania, international donor community, and UK’s development efforts.
How UAE is shaping the future of tech innovation

Nov 2, 2024 | thecitizen.co.tz | Mpoki Thomson

Dubai. With Artificial Intelligence (AI) expected to contribute $15.7 trillion to the global economy by 2030, the United Arab Emirates (UAE) is positioning itself as a leader in technology and innovation. By establishing the infrastructure needed to propel its tech ecosystem, the UAE is setting new standards in AI adoption, both regionally and globally.
What rest of Africa can learn from Nigeria in AI investment

Nov 2, 2024 | thecitizen.co.tz | Mpoki Thomson

Dubai. As the global tech and innovation ecosystem convenes in Dubai for Gitex 2024, there is renewed hope and vigour for Africa’s role in a fast-changing world where artificial intelligence and other tech disruptors are redefining the way we live. With collaboration at the core of the agenda, Africa is uniquely positioned to benefit from this approach, which looks for partnerships in forging a future artificial intelligence (AI) economy. This is where Nigeria stands tall.
‘The Citizen’ at 20: Boldly marching into the future

Sep 1, 2024 | thecitizen.co.tz | Mpoki Thomson

This month, The Citizen marks a significant milestone, celebrating 20 years since its establishment in September 2004. For two decades, The Citizen has been at the forefront of storytelling, shaping narratives, and impacting lives across Tanzania and beyond. With business news at its core, The Citizen quickly established itself as Tanzania’s foremost authority on all things business-related.
British envoy opens up on the highs and lows of his service in Tanzania

Aug 8, 2024 | thecitizen.co.tz | Mpoki Thomson

QUESTION: What were your key priorities when you took office, and to what extent were you able to deliver? When I arrived in August 2020, some of my early priorities were pretty clear. Number one was the global pandemic Covid-19 and ensuring the safety of my staff. The second priority was supporting the British business community, many of whom were impacted by the pandemic, especially those in the tourism sector.
Why Tanzania attracts the European Investment Bank

Jul 4, 2024 | thecitizen.co.tz | Mpoki Thomson

Dar es Salaam. Tanzania was the largest recipient of European Investment Bank support in sub-Saharan Africa last year, with investments worth €270 million. What makes Tanzania an attractive destination? We see very interesting developments in Tanzania. I was here last year for the European Union-Tanzania Investment Business Forum, where we signed €270 million to support small and medium-sized businesses. Beyond signing the agreements, we also want to see action on the ground.
From a reporter to CEO: A media executive opens up on his journey

Jul 3, 2024 | thecitizen.co.tz | Mpoki Thomson

Bakari Machumu, the outgoing CEO of Mwananchi Communications Limited, opens up about how he became a journalist by chance, but managed to build a successful career in media, including navigating through some of the most challenging periods in Tanzania’s media history. The interview was hosted by The Citizen Managing Editor, Mpoki Thomson You have 27 years in the media industry. What inspired you to become a journalist, even though you studied agriculture?
How Tanzania can tap into energy assets, private sector

Jun 17, 2024 | thecitizen.co.tz | Mpoki Thomson

The Tanzanian government is implementing a raft of measures to utilise renewable energy. How can the US help Tanzania achieve its renewable energy goals? There’s a huge opportunity for Tanzania to benefit from phenomenal energy assets. There’s hydropower, which is a significant part of the grid and electricity generation; there’s solar and wind assets; and there's geothermal potential as well.
Tanzania's role in liberating South Africa from apartheid

Jun 4, 2024 | thecitizen.co.tz | Mpoki Thomson

You were appointed Tanzania’s first High Commissioner to post-apartheid South Africa following the country’s attainment of an African majority government. Briefly take us through that moment. It was quite an exciting moment and the culmination of my long involvement in the liberation struggle in Southern Africa in general and South Africa in particular. As you know, the only job in my life has been in the diplomatic service.