The Citizen (Tanzania)

The Citizen stands out as Tanzania's top choice for an English-language newspaper. This daily publication offers special editions on weekends called "The Citizen on Saturday" and "The Citizen on Sunday." Its primary audience includes individuals from the ABC1 socioeconomic group, which consists of Tanzanians in professional sectors, expatriates, and recent college graduates.

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Tanzanian firm handed Bus Rapid Transit Phase II operations, to deploy 255 buses

4 days ago | thecitizen.co.tz | Hellen Nachilongo

Dar es Salaam. The Dar Rapid Transit Agency (Dart) has awarded a 12-year contract to a local firm, Mofat Company Limited, to operate Phase II of the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system, which runs from Gerezani to Mbagala. The firm is expected to introduce 255 gas-powered buses by August 2025.
Tanzania firm handed Bus Rapid Transit Phase II operations, to deploy 255 buses

4 days ago | thecitizen.co.tz | Hellen Nachilongo

Dar es Salaam. The Dar Rapid Transit Agency (Dart) has awarded a 12-year contract to a local firm, Mofat Company Limited, to operate Phase II of the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system, which runs from Gerezani to Mbagala. The firm is expected to introduce 255 gas-powered buses by August 2025.
Tanzanian Government Deregisters Gwajima’s Church over Political Sermons

4 days ago | thecitizen.co.tz | Juma Issihaka

Dar es Salaam. The government has de-registered the Glory of Christ Tanzania Church (Ufufuo na Uzima), founded and led by Kawe MP Mr Josephat Gwajima, citing violations of the Societies Act through politically charged sermons allegedly intended to incite public discord.
Diamond Platnumz weds Zuchu in intimate yet private Islamic ceremony

5 days ago | thecitizen.co.tz | Beatrice Materu

Dar es Salaam. Tanzanian music superstar Diamond Platnumz quietly tied the knot with fellow Wasafi-signed artiste Zuchu in a traditional Islamic wedding held in April 2025, according to insiders. Sources reveal the ceremony was officiated by Sheikh Walid Kawambwa, the Regional Sheikh of Dar es Salaam and attended only by close family and friends. The news surfaced shortly after Diamond posted a striking photo on Instagram.
DJ Joozey and Hamisa Mobetto head to munich for UEFA champions league final

1 week ago | thecitizen.co.tz | Beatrice Materu

What you need to know:The duo joins top sports analysts Maulid Kitenge and Shaffih Dauda on an exclusive trip organized under Heineken's Cheers to the Hardcore Fans initiative. Dar es Salaam. Tanzanian entertainment stars, DJ Joozey and Hamisa Mobetto have secured a coveted opportunity to attend the UEFA Champions League Final live in Munich, Germany.
Cassie said ‘Namaste’ to the nonsense-eventually

1 week ago | thecitizen.co.tz | Beatrice Materu

Since love is in the air and court transcripts are flying through it… Let’s talk about this too. So, Diddy’s trial is doing what Twitter threads have been trying to do for years: spill the real tea. And we’re not just talking “he said, she said. ” We’re talking full-blown ‘freak-off’ fiesta files, the kind of stuff that makes you side-eye your phone and then go repent. But let’s get straight to it.
A Day To Remember EP: Jux’s Love Story In Seven Songs

1 week ago | thecitizen.co.tz | Beatrice Materu

You could say 2025 is Juma Jux’s year, for the Tanzanian R&B star has turned personal milestones into public moments of joy, beginning with his fairy-tale wedding to Nigerian model Priscilla Ojo, now known as Hadiza Mkambala. Their love story unfolded in a series of dazzling, cross-cultural celebrations that captivated fans across Africa from the vibrant streets of Lagos to the heart of Dar es Salaam.
Nordic-Tanzania partnership to boost youth blue economy startups

1 week ago | thecitizen.co.tz | Rosemary Mirondo

Dar es Salaam. The Ambassador of Sweden to Tanzania, Charlotta Ozaki Macias, has said that building a sustainable blue economy depends on strong partnerships that connect great ideas with the support they need to succeed. She was speaking during the launch of Nordic Week 2025 and the Elevate Blue Startup Expo in Dar es Salaam. The event celebrates innovation, sustainability, and the long-standing cooperation between Tanzania and the Nordic countries Sweden, Norway, Denmark, and Finland.
Tanzania intensifies push to tackle land conflicts, upgrade settlements

1 week ago | thecitizen.co.tz | Jacob Mosenda

Dodoma. The minister for Lands, Housing and Human Settlements Development, Mr Deogratius Ndejembi, has unveiled fresh plans to tackle persistent land conflicts and formalise unplanned settlements, as part of the ministry’s Sh164.1 billion budget for the 2025/26 fiscal year. Tabling the budget in Parliament yesterday, Mr Ndejembi announced that one of the priority areas includes upgrading informal settlements, beginning with Makangira in Msasani, Dar es Salaam.
Samia’s call as CCM hits 13 million digitally registered members

1 week ago | thecitizen.co.tz | Paul Owere

Dodoma. CCM national chairperson and President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Samia Suluhu Hassan, has called on party members to remain united as the ruling party marks a key milestone of over 13 million members registered through its digital platform. Speaking during the CCM National Congress held on Thursday in Dodoma, President Hassan issued a veiled warning to elements within the party contemplating division, urging them to reflect on their motives.