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- [Habitat Media selected for Africa climate journalism initiative](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/habitat-media-selected-for-africa-climate-journalism-initiative/) - By Habitat Media Reporter Dar es Salaam. Habitat Media has been selected as one of six African newsrooms to participate in a new climate solutions journalism initiative aimed at strengthening media coverage of climate change and practical responses to its impacts. The Tanzania-based media organisation was competitively selected by the Media for Environment, Science, Health
- [Africa demands climate finance that will not deepen debt](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/africa-demands-climate-finance-that-will-not-deepen-debt/) - By Jenifer Gilla Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. African climate leaders have called for a transformation of the global climate-finance system, demanding predictable, accessible and adequate funding that does not worsen the continent’s debt burden. The call came as the 14th Conference on Climate Change and Development in Africa (CCDA-14) concluded in Addis Ababa on September 9,
- [Africa’s solar boom accelerates as installations surge 45 percent](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/africas-solar-boom-accelerates-as-installations-surge-45-per-cent/) - Nairobi. Africa is on course for a record year in solar power, with installations projected to rise by 45 per cent in 2026 as households, businesses and governments increasingly turn to the continent’s abundant sunshine to meet growing electricity demand. The continent is expected to install about 17 gigawatts (GW) of solar capacity this year,
- [Sh730bn El Niño bill: Can Tanzania act before the rains?](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/sh730bn-el-nino-bill-can-tanzania-act-before-the-rains/) - By Jenifer Gilla Dodoma. Tanzania has been given a warning that could save crops, livestock and livelihoods or become another expensive lesson in disaster response. With potentially heavy El Niño-associated rains expected from October, the country is racing against time to protect vulnerable communities, particularly farmers whose livelihoods can be wiped out by a few
- [Debt crisis threatens health spending across Africa, ECA warns](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/debt-crisis-threatens-health-spending-across-africa-eca-warns/) - Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Rising debt-servicing costs are squeezing health spending in Africa’s poorest countries, while out-of-pocket medical expenses push an estimated 150 million people into poverty every year, the UN Economic Commission for Africa (ECA) has warned. The warning was issued at the opening of the 76th Session of the WHO Regional Committee for Africa,
- [Tanzania Pushes Sustainable Land Management at COP17](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tanzania-pushes-sustainable-land-management-at-cop17/) - Ulaanbaatar – Mongolia. Tanzania has called for stronger international action on soil health, sustainable land management and responsible fertiliser use as countries grapple with worsening drought, land degradation and climate pressures. Minister of State in the Vice-President’s Office (Union Affairs and Environment), Eng. Hamad Yussuf Masauni, made the call during a high-level meeting in Ulaanbaatar
- [Health gains prominence in climate change discussions](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/health-gains-prominence-in-climate-change-discussions/) - By Sharon Atieno Nairobi. For a long time, health has been treated as a secondary consequence of climate change, mentioned only in passing within agriculture, water, or adaptation discussions rather than as a standalone issue. However, tremendous progress has been made to reverse the situation. Friday Phiri, Climate Change Advocacy Lead at Amref Health Africa,
- [Editor underscores accuracy in climate journalism ](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/editor-underscores-accuracy-in-climate-journalism/) - By Audry Awino As climate change continues to shape lives and livelihoods, the demand for credible information has grown substantially. Yet as audiences seek answers, they are increasingly bombarded with misinformation and disinformation that distort scientific facts, undermining public understanding. According to a senior journalist, Jack Otieno, the media have a crucial role to play
- [Why Nairobi’s flood survivors remain vulnerable as rains approach](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/rising-waters-unhealed-wounds-looming-el-nino-forecasts-spark-health-fears-among-women-in-nairobis-slums/) - By Cynthia Atuo Nairobi. In the Mareba informal settlement in Nairobi’s Industrial Area, a fragile calm reigns on the surface. Life moves forward, and few physical scars remain from the devastating flash floods of April 2024. Yet, beneath the routine lies deep-seated dread. Weather forecasts warning of a potential El Niño phenomenon in the October–December
- [Nyerere Dam: Will 2,115MW bring down electricity costs?](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/nyerere-dam-will-2115mw-bring-down-electricity-costs/) - Dar es Salaam. The commissioning of the Julius Nyerere Hydropower Project (JNHPP) has raised expectations among Tanzanians that increased electricity generation will eventually translate into lower energy costs for households and businesses. The project, officially launched by President Samia Suluhu Hassan on August 22, 2026, at Rufiji in the Coast Region, has added 2,115 megawatts
- [SADC urged to process critical minerals locally to drive industrialization](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/sadc-urged-to-process-critical-minerals-locally-to-drive-industrialization/) - Durban, South Africa. The Southern African Development Community (SADC) has been urged to process more of its critical minerals locally as the region seeks to use its mineral wealth to accelerate industrialisation, create jobs and diversify its economies. The call comes as global demand for minerals needed for the clean energy transition continues to rise,
- [Uganda moves to strengthen climate resilience in livestock, land and insurance](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/uganda-moves-to-strengthen-climate-resilience-in-livestock-land-and-insurance/) - Entebbe, Uganda. Uganda has launched a three-year programme aimed at strengthening the resilience of livestock-dependent communities to climate change by addressing gaps in land security, insurance, livestock value chains and climate information. The initiative is part of a broader African programme, Accelerating Food Systems Transformation for Resilience to Climate Change in Africa, being implemented by
- [Nanenane 2026: How TADB’s Sh1.55 trillion is driving Tanzania’s agricultural transformation](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tadbs-sh1-55-trillion-powers-tanzanias-agricultural-transformation/) - TADB has disbursed Sh1.55 trillion to boost agriculture, livestock and fisheries, transforming Tanzania's farming into a more productive, value-added sector.
- [New initiative promotes social cohesion as key to environmental protection](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/community-unity-seen-as-vital-for-climate-action-and-environmental-protection-2/) - By Jenifer Gilla Dar es Salaam. Environmental experts have underscored the importance of strengthening social cohesion, arguing that communities united by trust and cooperation are better positioned to protect natural resources and respond to the growing impacts of climate change. The message was delivered during the launch of a new community engagement initiative named, "Marafiki
- [Tropical forests could unlock $1.2 trillion in future medicines as experts warn deforestation threatens life-saving discoveries](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tropical-forests-could-unlock-1-2-trillion-in-future-medicines-as-experts-warn-deforestation-threatens-life-saving-discoveries/) - Dar es Salaam. The destruction of tropical forests is not only accelerating biodiversity loss and climate change, but also erasing the world's chances of discovering future life-saving medicines worth trillions of dollars, according to a new global analysis. A report released by research group Zero Carbon Analytics estimates that tropical forests contain as much as
- [Global hunger persists as food price crisis threatens millions](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/global-hunger-persists-as-food-price-crisis-threatens-millions/) - Dar es Salaam. Global hunger continues to tighten its grip on millions of people worldwide, with fresh evidence showing the world is falling dangerously behind in its commitment to end hunger by 2030. A new United Nations report released on Monday paints a troubling picture of worsening food insecurity, particularly in Africa, where conflict, climate
- [Norway commits Sh8 billion to accelerate clean cooking in Tanzania](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/norway-commits-sh8-billion-to-accelerate-clean-cooking-in-tanzania/) - Dar es Salaam. Tanzania has secured Sh8 billion grant from the Government of Norway to accelerate the adoption of clean cooking technologies, in a move expected to expand access to modern energy, reduce reliance on firewood and charcoal, create green jobs, and help curb deforestation and greenhouse gas emissions. The three-year grant, worth Norwegian Kroner
- [RCMRD earns global GIS award for advancing biodiversity conservation in Africa](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/rcmrd-earns-global-gis-award-for-advancing-biodiversity-conservation-in-africa/) - Nairobi. The Regional Centre for Mapping of Resources for Development (RCMRD) has won one of the world's most prestigious geospatial technology awards, earning global recognition for using Geographic Information Systems (GIS) to strengthen biodiversity conservation and environmental management across Eastern and Southern Africa. The Nairobi-based institution received the Special Achievement in GIS (SAG) Award from
- [How communities turn waste into compost for food security and green jobs](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/how-communities-turn-waste-into-compost-for-food-security-and-green-jobs/) - By Jenifer Gilla Dar es Salaam. For decades, organic waste has been regarded as an unavoidable consequence of urban life, piling up in dumpsites, clogging drainage systems and contributing to environmental degradation in rapidly expanding cities. Yet across parts of Tanzania, communities are beginning to challenge this perception. What was once considered garbage is increasingly
- [Clean cooking drive gains ground as efforts to improve affordability intensify](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/clean-cooking-drive-gains-ground-as-efforts-to-improve-affordability-intensify/) - By Jenifer Gilla Dar es Salaam. More than two years after President Samia Suluhu Hassan launched Tanzania’s ambitious National Clean Cooking Energy Strategy (NSCCE 2024–2034), signs of progress are beginning to emerge across the country. Electric cooking appliances are slowly finding their way into homes, electricity access is expanding at an unprecedented rate, awareness campaigns
- [Tanzania Secures $320 Million to restore climate-damaged infrastructure](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tanzania-secures-320-million-to-restore-climate-damaged-infrastructure/) - By Jenifer Gilla Dar es Salaam. Tanzania has secured $320 million (Sh832 billion) during the 2024/25 and 2025/26 fiscal years to rehabilitate and strengthen critical infrastructure damaged by climate change, as the country continues to face increasing losses from extreme weather events. The funding is part of the government's broader efforts to address the growing
- [The missing link between climate finance and grassroots action: A Conversation with an environmental expert](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/the-missing-link-between-climate-finance-and-grassroots-action-a-conversation-environment-expert/) - Uzbekistan. As global leaders gather in Samarkand, Uzbekistan, for the 8th Global Environment Facility (GEF) Assembly, questions about who benefits from climate and environmental financing remain central. Habitat Media's Reporter sat down with Tumaini Marijani, Regional Focal Point for the GEF Civil Society Organisation Network and Chairperson of the Tanzania Climate Change Stakeholders Forum, to
- [Africa pushes back against growing ‘waste colonialism’](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/africa-pushes-back-against-growing-waste-colonialism/) - By Jenifer Gilla Dar es Salaam. As the continent marked Africa Day 2026, environmental organizations renewed calls for urgent action against what they describe as “waste colonialism”, the continued export of hazardous waste from wealthy nations to African countries. The call was made by the Global Alliance for Incinerator Alternatives and Break Free From Plastic,
- [Rising climate threats put Zanzibar’s blue economy at risk](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/rising-climate-threats-put-zanzibars-blue-economy-at-risk/) - By Jenifer Gilla Zanzibar. Despite ongoing efforts by the Revolutionary Government of Zanzibar to conserve marine ecosystems through sustainable management of ocean resources, climate change continues to threaten both marine biodiversity and the livelihoods of coastal communities that depend on the sea. The warning comes as Zanzibar increasingly relies on its blue economy as a
- [Africa cannot industrialise in the dark, says ECA chief as Samia pushes nuclear cooperation](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/africa-cannot-industrialise-in-the-dark-says-eca-chief-as-samia-pushes-nuclear-cooperation/) - Kigali. President Samia Suluhu Hassan has called for stronger African cooperation in developing nuclear energy, saying reliable, affordable and sustainable electricity will be critical to the continent’s industrial transformation and long-term economic growth. Speaking at the Nuclear Energy Innovation Summit on Africa (NEISA) 2026 held in Rwanda on May 19, President Samia said Africa’s growing
- [UNEP report warns building sector decarbonisation losing momentum](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/unep-report-warns-building-sector-decarbonisation-losing-momentum/) - Nairobi. The decarbonisation of the global buildings and construction sector is slowing, threatening efforts to reduce greenhouse gas emissions and improve affordable housing, according to a new report released by the UN Environment Programme (UNEP) and the Global Alliance for Buildings and Construction (GlobalABC). The Global Status Report for Buildings and Construction (2025–2026) shows that
- [Tanzania unveils five-year strategy to improve solid waste management](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tanzania-unveils-five-year-strategy-to-improve-solid-waste-management/) - By Jenifer Gilla Dar es Salaam. The government has launched a National Solid Waste Management Strategy (2025–2030) aimed at reducing waste generation and promoting a circular economy as part of efforts to protect the environment, improve public health, and support sustainable urban development. The strategy comes amid growing concerns over the rapid increase in waste
- [Oil and gas have failed to end poverty in Africa, report finds](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/oil-and-gas-have-failed-to-end-poverty-in-africa-report-finds/) - Nairobi, Kenya. A new report released during the Africa–France Summit has challenged long-standing claims that oil and gas extraction can drive economic development in Africa, arguing instead that decades of fossil fuel production have deepened inequality, poverty and economic dependence across producing countries. The report, Pipe Dreams, published by Oil Change International and Power Shift
- [Why women and youth are key to Africa’s clean energy transition](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/why-women-and-youth-are-key-to-africas-clean-energy-transition/) - Dar es Salaam. Africa’s transition to clean energy will only succeed if women and young people are treated not merely as consumers of energy, but as workers, entrepreneurs, innovators and decision-makers driving the transformation. As African countries accelerate efforts to expand renewable energy and reduce dependence on fossil fuels, experts warn that the continent risks
- [Mzumbe links researchers and community’s knowledge in climate adaptation drive](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/mzumbe-links-researchers-and-communitys-knowledge-in-climate-adaptation-drive/) - Morogoro. Efforts to address the impacts of climate change and water scarcity have received a fresh boost following strengthened collaboration between researchers and local communities through the international ICP Connect and Lab to Life project. The initiative was highlighted during a seminar held at Mzumbe University to present preliminary findings from social science research conducted
- [Africa pushes for stronger climate voice ahead of COP32](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/africa-pushes-for-stronger-climate-voice-ahead-of-cop32/) - Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. United Nations Economic Commission for Africa has called on African countries to strengthen their climate negotiation capacity and build broader alliances ahead of the 2027 COP32 summit, which will be hosted in Addis Ababa. The call was made at the close of the 7th Africa Climate Talks held in the Ethiopian capital
- [Africa must shift from climate pledges to real action, says UN’s Gatete](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/africa-must-shift-from-climate-pledges-to-real-action-says-uns-gatete/) - Addis Ababa. African countries must urgently move from climate commitments to credible, measurable action as the continent prepares for the next round of global negotiations, Claver Gatete, Executive Secretary of the United Nations Economic Commission for Africa, has said. Speaking at the 7th Africa Climate Talks held alongside the 12th African Regional Forum on Sustainable
- [War, energy crisis push global shift to renewables, UN climate chief says](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/war-energy-crisis-push-global-shift-to-renewables-un-climate-chief-says/) - Paris. The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is not only inflicting a heavy human toll but also accelerating a global shift toward renewable energy, according to Simon Stiell, Executive Secretary of UN Climate Change. Speaking at the opening of the COP31-IEA High-Level Energy Transition Dialogue in Paris on April 30, Mr Stiell said the
- [Africa urged to treat water as economic driver ahead of global talks](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/africa-urged-to-treat-water-as-economic-driver-ahead-of-global-talks/) - Addis Ababa, Ethiopia.African countries have been urged to elevate water from a basic social service to a central pillar of economic transformation, as the continent prepares a common position for global negotiations in 2026 and beyond. Speaking at a high-level pre-event on April 27, 2026 ahead of the 12th Africa Regional Forum on Sustainable Development
- [Report warns coal delays could cost 32,000 lives as Tanzania ramps up production](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/report-warns-coal-delays-could-cost-32000-lives-as-tanzania-ramps-up-production/) - Middelburg, South Africa/Dar es Salaa. A new report warning of thousands of preventable deaths linked to coal use in South Africa has cast fresh light on Africa’s energy choices, even as coal production continues to rise sharply in Tanzania. The report, released by Greenpeace Africa, the Centre for Research on Energy and Clean Air (CREA)
- [African STI Forum opens with call for coordinated action to fast-track development goals](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/african-sti-forum-opens-with-call-for-coordinated-action-to-fast-track-development-goals/) - Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. African leaders and policymakers have called for stronger coordination and urgency in harnessing science, technology and innovation (STI) to accelerate progress towards the global 2030 Agenda and the African Union’s Agenda 2063. The call was made on April 26, 2026 at the opening of the Eighth African Science, Technology and Innovation Forum,
- [Africa urged to adopt integrated ‘nexus’ approach to tackle climate, energy and food crises](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/africa-urged-to-adopt-integrated-nexus-approach-to-tackle-climate-energy-and-food-crises/) - Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. African countries have been urged to abandon fragmented policy responses and adopt integrated solutions linking climate, water, energy and food systems to accelerate sustainable development. The call was made on April 26, 2026 by Mama Keita during the opening of a high-level dialogue bringing together the Opportunity and Issue-Based Coalition 4, the
- [Tanzania to host COP12 on ocean conservation](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tanzania-to-host-cop12-on-ocean-conservation/) - By Jenifer Gilla Dar es Salaam. Tanzania will host the 12th Conference of the Parties (COP12) to the Nairobi Convention from October 6 to 9, 2026, bringing global attention to marine and coastal sustainability as pressure on ocean ecosystems intensifies. The meeting, to be held in Dar es Salaam, is expected to draw policymakers, scientists,
- [Food waste takes centre stage as world marks Zero Waste Day](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/food-waste-takes-centre-stage-as-world-marks-zero-waste-day/) - Nairobi/New York. The world is grappling with a growing waste crisis driven by unsustainable production and consumption, with global municipal solid waste estimated at up to 2.3 billion tonnes annually. This year’s International Day of Zero Waste, marked on March 30, places food waste at the centre of global attention, highlighting its impact on the
- [How a Dar market model shows path to cleaner, climate-smart cities](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/how-a-dar-market-model-shows-path-to-cleaner-climate-smart-cities/) - By Jenifer Gilla Dar es Salaam. Just two years ago, Simu2000 Market in Ubungo Municipality was marked by piles of rotting waste, clogged drainage and a persistent stench, conditions common in many fast-growing urban centres. Today, the market is emerging as a model of circular economy, demonstrating how organic waste can be transformed into valuable
- [TANESCO expands electric cooking drive with pay-as-you-go stoves for low-income](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tanesco-expands-electric-cooking-drive-with-pay-as-you-go-stoves-for-low-income/) - By Jenifer Gilla Dar es Salaam. Tanzania is stepping up efforts to shift households away from charcoal and firewood, as Tanzania Electric Supply Company Limited rolls out the second phase of distributing electric cooking stoves under a pay-as-you-go loan model targeting low-income consumers. The state utility says it has so far distributed 347 Internet of
- [Minister calls for collaboration as illegal fishing persists](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/minister-calls-for-collaboration-as-illegal-fishing-persists/) - Dodoma. The government has called for stronger collaboration among stakeholders in the fisheries sector to curb illegal fishing, warning that enforcement efforts alone are insufficient to address the persistent challenge. Speaking in Dodoma on March 25 during the launch of the National Guidelines for Co-Management of Fisheries Resources through Beach Management Units (BMUs), the Minister
- [Tanzania strengthens strategy to tap global carbon markets](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tanzania-strengthens-strategy-to-tap-global-carbon-markets/) - Dodoma. The government has stepped up efforts to safeguard its interests in the global carbon market by adopting an integrated assessment framework known as Integrated Assessment for Article 6 (IAA6), in a move aimed at strengthening its participation in the implementation of the Paris Agreement. The commitment was underscored on December 3, 2025, in Dodoma,
- [Mafia DC rallies public support to curb illegal fishing](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/mafia-dc-rallies-public-support-to-curb-illegal-fishing/) - Mafia. The Mafia District Commissioner in Coast Region, Ms Aziza Mangosongo, has called on members of the public to work closely with the government in exposing illegal fishing activities, warning that the vice continues to threaten marine resources and livelihoods. Her call comes amid growing concern over the persistence of illegal fishing practices across the
- [Lindi residents urged to protect forests as tree planting campaign expands](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/lindi-residents-urged-to-protect-forests-as-tree-planting-campaign-expands/) - Mtama. A total of 1.2 million trees have been planted across various areas in the Lindi Region as part of efforts to promote forest conservation ahead of World Forest Day celebrations, alongside the national tree-planting campaign. Speaking after a tree-planting exercise held at Kiwalala Secondary School in Mtama District on March 17, 2026, the Lindi
- [Stakeholders meet in Dar to discuss carbon market opportunities](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/stakeholders-meet-in-dar-to-discuss-carbon-market-opportunities/) - By Jenifer Gilla Dar es salaam.The United Nations Capital Development Fund (UNCDF), through its clean cooking programme CookFund funded by the European Union (EU), has convened key stakeholders to discuss opportunities and challenges in developing carbon markets in Tanzania. The policy dialogue brought together representatives from the Ministry of Energy, the Vice President’s Office (Environment),
- [Tanzania among five African entrants in global land restoration network](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tanzania-among-five-african-entrants-in-global-land-restoration-network/) - Dar es Salaam. Tanzania is strengthening its footprint in the global environmental movement after a Dar es Salaam-based initiative, GLFx Msimbazi, was admitted into an international network championing sustainable land use and ecosystem restoration. The chapter, led by the Environmental Conservation Community of Tanzania (ECCT), becomes one of five new African initiatives joining the GLFx
- [Youth-focused green financing initiative launched to drive Vision 2050](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/youth-focused-green-financing-initiative-launched-to-drive-vision-2050/) - Dodoma. The Minister in the President’s Office for Planning and Investment, Kitila Mkumbo, has said the Go Green and IMBEJU programmes are closely aligned with the goals of the National Vision 2050, citing their focus on inclusive, competitive and climate-resilient economic growth anchored on youth empowerment. Prof Mkumbo made the remarks on February 12, 2026,
- [Africa urged to prioritise water systems as climate pressures reshape development path](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/africa-urged-to-prioritise-water-systems-as-climate-pressures-reshape-development-path/) - Dar es Salaam. African countries have been urged to prioritise investment in water and sanitation infrastructure as a key strategy for tackling environmental challenges, improving economic productivity and strengthening resilience against climate change. Speaking during the 48th Ordinary Session of the Executive Council of the African Union, the United Nations Under-Secretary-General and Executive Secretary of
- [Coastline retreat raises questions over enforcement of environmental laws](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/coastline-retreat-raises-questions-over-enforcement-of-environmental-laws/) - Tanga, Zanzibar. Rising sea levels linked to climate change are steadily reshaping Tanzania’s coastal communities, swallowing land, destroying livelihoods and exposing ancestral graves. But beyond the environmental shock, emerging evidence points to weak enforcement of environmental laws as a factor that has accelerated the loss and damage already facing vulnerable islands and coastal villages. From
- [When the ocean reclaims memory: Coastal communities recount climate loss and damage](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/when-the-ocean-reclaims-memory-coastal-communities-recount-climate-loss-and-damage/) - Tanga, Zanzibar. For residents of Tanzania’s coastal islands, climate change is no longer an abstract scientific concept. It is a daily reality measured by disappearing farmland, submerged homes and graves washed away by the sea. Across Pangani in Tanga Region and the islands of Panza, Madauni and Ufunguni in Pemba, residents recount painful experiences as
- [Solar surge offers Africa a shield against climate loss and damage, but financing gaps threaten progress](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/solar-surge-offers-africa-a-shield-against-climate-loss-and-damage-but-financing-gaps-threaten-progress/) - Dar es Salaam. Africa’s fastest-ever growth in solar energy deployment is offering new hope for a continent disproportionately bearing the brunt of climate change. Yet, despite the surge, a widening financing gap and policy misalignment threaten to slow momentum at a time when reliable, clean energy is increasingly viewed as a frontline defence against climate-related
- [Zanzibar launches Sh293 billion project to strengthen sustainable fisheries and marine resources](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/zanzibar-launches-sh293-billion-project-to-strengthen-sustainable-fisheries-and-marine-resources/) - Zanzibar. A $117 million (about Sh293 billion) project aimed at strengthening sustainable fisheries and marine resource development has been launched to boost the blue economy and improve livelihoods in Tanzania. The five-year Tanzania Sustainable Fisheries and Aquaculture Management Project (TASFAM) seeks to provide modern equipment and financial support to fishermen, seaweed farmers, and other marine
- [Drive to boost farm mechanisation as government backs local innovators](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/drive-to-boost-farm-mechanisation-as-government-backs-local-innovators/) - Dar es Salaam. The Ministry of Agriculture has announced that it recognises and is prioritising local innovators producing agricultural equipment, saying the move aims to simplify and improve farming, a key sector of the economy. The innovators, who manufacture tools such as tractors, irrigation machines, harvesting equipment, planting machines, value addition machinery and ox-drawn ploughs,
- [CVT, Students join Samia’s Green with 150-tree planting in Dar](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/cvt-students-join-samias-green-with-150-tree-planting-in-dar/) - By Jenifer Gilla Dar es Salaam. Climate Voice of Tanzania (CVT), in partnership with students of Songoro Mnyonge Secondary School in Wazo Ward, Kinondoni Municipality, has planted more than 150 trees in support of the national tree-planting campaign spearheaded by President Samia Suluhu Hassan. President Samia marked her birthday on January 27 through a
- [Regional leaders call for data-driven action on ecosystem restoration](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/regional-leaders-call-for-data-driven-action-on-ecosystem-restoration/) - Nairobi, Kenya. Regional leaders and biodiversity experts have called on countries to fast-track ecosystem restoration efforts, stressing that ambitious commitments under the Global Biodiversity Framework must be backed by robust monitoring, reporting and data-driven implementation. The call was made during the Subregional Workshop on Biodiversity Monitoring and Reporting on January 27, 2026 in relation to
- [Govt allocates 6,226 hectares for grazing to curb farmer–herder conflicts in Tabora](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/govt-allocates-6226-hectares-for-grazing-to-curb-farmer-herder-conflicts-in-tabora/) - By Jenifer Gilla Dodoma. The government has allocated 6,226.92 hectares of land across 16 villages in Igalula Constituency, Uyui District, Tabora Region, specifically for livestock grazing as part of efforts to curb recurring conflicts between farmers and pastoralists. The allocation was announced in Parliament on Monday January 27, 2026 by the Deputy Minister in the
- [Why agroecology matters for climate-vulnerable farming systems](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/why-agroecology-matters-for-climate-vulnerable-farming-systems/) - Dodoma/Arusha. Tanzanian farmers have been urged to abandon toxic agrochemicals and adopt agroecological farming practices as a way of protecting public health, restoring degraded soils and reducing climate change–related loss and damage in the agricultural sector. Experts warn that widespread misuse of chemical pesticides and fertilisers is undermining food safety, accelerating land degradation and weakening
- [What the US climate retreat means for vulnerable countries, experts warn](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/what-the-us-climate-retreat-means-for-vulnerable-countries-experts-warn/) - Dar es Salaam. The United States’ decision to withdraw from key international climate institutions has sparked global concern. Climate leaders and experts warn the move will weaken efforts to address climate change loss and damage at a time when vulnerable countries are already grappling with devastating impacts. On January 7, 2025, President Donald Trump signed
- [Clean cooking drive targets low-income households with affordable electric stoves](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/clean-cooking-drive-targets-low-income-households-with-affordable-electric-stoves/) - Dar es Salaam. As the Government targets having four out of five Tanzanians using clean cooking energy by 2034, stakeholders in the sector have expressed commitment to support implementation through the introduction of modern, technology-enabled cookstoves for low-income households. The initiative aims to reduce health and social impacts associated with the long-standing use of unclean
- [Zero waste project targets Dar es Salaam schools in push for circular economy](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/zero-waste-project-targets-dar-es-salaam-schools-in-push-for-circular-economy/) - By Jenifer Gilla Dar es Salaam. As cities grapple with mounting piles of rubbish and shrinking landfill space, zero waste initiatives are gaining attention as a practical solution that turns trash into opportunity. By reducing waste at source and promoting reuse and recovery, the approach protects the environment, improves public health and creates new economic
- [How agroecology turns loss and damage into opportunities for Tanzanian farmers](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/how-agroecology-turns-loss-and-damage-into-opportunities-for-tanzanian-farmers/) - Morogoro. As climate change tightens its grip on rural Tanzania bringing erratic rainfall, rising input costs and repeated crop losses farmers in Pinde village, Langali ward in Mvomero District, are finding relief through agroecological farming, a model increasingly seen as a local response to climate-related loss and damage. For years, farmers here relied heavily on
- [UNEP honours five trailblazers as 2025 Champions of the Earth](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/unep-honours-five-trailblazers-as-2025-champions-of-the-earth/) - Nairobi, Kenya. The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) has named five remarkable leaders as its 2025 Champions of the Earth, recognising their contribution to climate justice, sustainable cooling, forest protection, and efforts to reduce methane emissions. The champions were announced on December 10, 2025, on the sidelines of the seventh session of the UN Environment
- [Tanzania urged to draw lessons from Wangari Maathai’s legacy at UNEA-7](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tanzania-urged-to-draw-lessons-from-wangari-maathais-legacy-at-unea-7/) - Nairobi. As the seventh session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-7) continues in Nairobi, speakers have called on African countries, Tanzania included, to draw inspiration from the powerful legacy of the late Kenyan environmentalist Professor Wangari Maathai, whose work linked peace, democracy, human rights, and environmental protection. In 2004, Professor Maathai became the first
- [UN launches global task force to ensure fair, clean energy transition for mineral-rich nations](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/un-launches-global-task-force-to-ensure-fair-clean-energy-transition-for-mineral-rich-nations/) - Nairobi, Kenya. The United Nations has launched a global task force designed to help mineral-rich countries benefit more fairly from the soaring demand for critical minerals powering the clean energy transition. Announced on Wednesday during a UNEA-7 side event in Nairobi, the initiative aims to address persistent concerns that nations supplying cobalt, lithium, copper and
- [Tanzania calls for stronger integration of science and Indigenous knowledge in climate action](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tanzania-calls-for-stronger-integration-of-science-and-indigenous-knowledge-in-climate-action/) - Nairobi, Kenya. Tanzania has called for greater inclusion of coastal communities, especially women, youth and marginalised small-scale fishers in climate resilience and natural resource management, stressing that lasting environmental protection requires both scientific and Indigenous knowledge. Speaking at a side event on December 09,2025, during the Seventh Session of the UN Environment Assembly (UNEA-7), Permanent
- [Carbon markets under scrutiny as global leaders push for High-Integrity Climate Action](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/carbon-markets-under-scrutiny-as-global-leaders-push-for-high-integrity-climate-action/) - Nairobi, Kenya. At a UNEA-7 side event titled “High-Integrity Carbon Markets: Impact and Path to Accelerated Climate Action,” held on 9 December at UNEP Headquarters in Nairobi, the United Nations Environment Programme Executive Director Inger Andersen underscored the urgent need to fix and scale carbon markets if the world is to meet its climate goals.
- [World leaders push for ambition and solidarity as UNEA-7 kicks off](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/world-leaders-push-for-ambition-and-solidarity-as-unea-7-kicks-off/) - Nairobi. The seventh session of the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-7) has opened in Nairobi at a moment global environmental leaders describe as critical for the planet’s future. The meeting comes at a time when environmental pressures are intensifying, with accelerating climate impacts, ecosystem degradation, pollution, and rising geopolitical tensions testing the global governance system.
- [UNEP, Kenya set the stage for decisive global action at UNEA-7 in Nairobi](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/unep-kenya-set-the-stage-for-decisive-global-action-at-unea-7-in-nairobi/) - Nairobi, Kenya. As the world grapples with intensifying climate change, biodiversity loss and pollution, the United Nations Environment Assembly (UNEA-7) is being positioned as a critical platform for united, inclusive and solutions-oriented multilateral action. Speaking ahead of the Assembly, United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) Executive Director Inger Andersen underscored the urgency of the moment, describing
- [Tanzanian artist Frida Amani named UNEP ecosystem advocate](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tanzanian-artist-frida-amani-named-unep-ecosystem-advocate/) - Nairobi, Kenya. The United Nations Environment Programme (UNEP) has appointed Tanzanian hip hop artist Frida Amani as its first-ever Advocate for Ecosystem Restoration, a move aimed at strengthening youth engagement in environmental protection across Africa and beyond. The announcement was made on December 2, 2025 ahead of the seventh session of the United Nations Environment
- [Ecosystem recovery projects gain global recognition](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/ecosystem-recovery-projects-gain-global-recognition/) - Nairobi, Kenya. The United Nations has recognised three new World Restoration Flagships in Australia, Canada and South Africa, highlighting initiatives rooted in Indigenous knowledge and community-led solutions that are restoring degraded ecosystems. The recognition made on December 4, 2025, announced ahead of the seventh session of the UN Environment Assembly (UNEA-7), honours projects that support
- [Why Science Journalism must be a priority for African governments](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/why-science-journalism-must-be-a-priority-for-african-governments/) - By Jenifer Gilla Pretoria, South Africa. As the World Conference of Science Journalists (WCSJ2025) opened in Pretoria on Monday December 01, 2025, South Africa’s Minister of Science, Technology and Innovation, Prof Blade Nzimande, delivered a message that resonates across the continent: “Africa cannot advance without strong science journalism, public trust in science, and science-driven governance.”
- [COP30 reactions expose fragile progress on loss and damage](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/cop30-reactions-expose-fragile-progress-on-loss-and-damage/) - Dar es Salaam. The UN Climate Change Conference held in Belém, Brazil, ended with a mix of fragile progress and deep frustration, as vulnerable countries and climate campaigners warned that the slow pace of action on loss and damage is failing communities already facing the worst impacts of climate change. While the conference reaffirmed commitments
- [The adaptation deal is melting as LDCs warn COP30: “Finance first, or nothing changes”](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/the-adaptation-deal-is-melting-as-ldcs-warn-cop30-finance-first-or-nothing-changes/) - Dar es Salaam. As negotiations intensify at COP30 in Belém, the Least Developed Countries (LDCs) are sounding an unmistakable alarm: the global promise to help vulnerable nations cope with climate impacts is rapidly crumbling. In a hard-hitting briefing titled “The adaptation deal is melting”, LDC adaptation negotiators warned that while talks focus heavily on indicators
- [What COP30 achieved on loss and damage: Funding, access and next steps](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/what-cop30-achieved-on-loss-and-damage-funding-access-and-next-steps/) - Dar es Salaam. As COP30 concluded in Belem, Parties advanced one of the most urgent areas of climate action, responding to loss and damage. A draft decision presented by the COP30 Presidency outlines what countries have collectively agreed regarding the operationalisation, funding, and next steps of the fund for responding to loss and damage. The
- [In the shadow of climate losses, Africa demands COP30 commitments be made real](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/in-the-shadow-of-climate-losses-africa-demands-cop30-commitments-be-made-real/) - Dar es Salaam. As COP30 concluded in the Amazonian city of Belem, African voices were among the strongest in insisting that the summit’s outcomes while welcomed in parts will only matter if they translate into real protection for communities already losing lives, land and livelihoods to climate disasters. At the heart of the continent’s message
- [Adow: COP30 draft texts fall short as climate crisis deepens](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/adow-cop30-draft-texts-fall-short-as-climate-crisis-deepens/) - Belem, Brazil. With COP30 entering its final hours, African climate advocates say the summit risks ending in failure after two weeks of negotiations produced draft decisions that fall “dramatically short” of what vulnerable nations need. Mohamed Adow, the Founder and Director of Power Shift Africa, issued a sharp assessment of the proposed texts, warning that
- [Circular economy project empowers 35 youth to create products from waste](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/circular-economy-project-empowers-35-youth-to-create-products-from-waste/) - Dar es Salaam. If you look at discarded plastic bottles, coconut shells, scraps of cloth or soda cans on the streets and see only garbage, you may be mistaken. Even hard paper such as old calendars carries hidden economic potential capable of being transformed into bracelets, flowers, table mats and a range of home and
- [Farmers doubt COP30 loss and damage funds will ever reach them](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/farmers-doubt-cop30-loss-and-damage-funds-will-ever-reach-them/) - Dar es Salaam. As global leaders meet in Belém, Brazil for COP30, smallholder farmers across East Africa say that the promises of climate finance, particularly the much-discussed Loss and Damage Fund, still feel far removed from their daily realities. Despite fresh commitments announced at the summit, many farmers fear that the money intended to help
- [COP30: Africa warns of rising loss and damage as unfair climate finance negotiations persist](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/cop30-africa-warns-of-rising-loss-and-damage-as-unfair-climate-finance-negotiations-persist/) - Dar es Salaam. As COP30 enters its decisive phase in Belém, the Pan African Climate Justice Alliance (PACJA) warns that the negotiations on the Global Goal on Adaptation (GGA) risk deepening the already devastating loss and damage experienced across Africa. The alliance notes with alarm that little progress has been made on securing the means
- [Tanzania set to receive up to Sh50 billion from global loss and damage fund](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tanzania-poised-to-receive-up-to-sh50-billion-from-new-loss-and-damage-fund/) - By Jenifer Gilla Belém,Brazil. Tanzania is set to benefit from up to $20 million (Sh50 billion) from the newly operationalized Loss and Damage Fund, a financial mechanism established to help vulnerable nations cope with the irreversible impacts of climate change. The announcement was made yesterday by Dr Richard Muyungi, the President’s Environmental Advisor and Chair
- [Loss and damage fund opens submissions, offering hope for climate-vulnerable nations](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/loss-and-damage-fund-opens-submissions-offering-hope-for-climate-vulnerable-nations/) - By Jenifer Gilla Belém, Brazil. For the first time since its establishment three years ago at COP27 in Egypt, developing countries severely affected by climate impacts have been invited to submit proposals for financial assistance from the Fund for Responding to Loss and Damage (FRLD). The call, officially launched at the ongoing COP30 climate summit
- [African civil society urges world leaders to deliver climate justice at COP30](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/african-civil-society-urges-world-leaders-to-deliver-climate-justice-at-cop30/) - By Jenifer Gilla Belém, Brazil. As the 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30) gets underway in the Amazon city of Belém, African civil society groups have delivered a firm and united message to world leaders, calling for climate justice, equity, and solidarity for the world’s most vulnerable people. In a joint statement issued on
- [Ten years after Paris Agreement, COP30 demands urgent delivery on climate commitments](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/ten-years-after-paris-agreement-cop30-demands-urgent-delivery-on-climate-commitments/) - By Jenifer Gilla, Belém, Brasil. Global leaders at the 30th UN Climate Change Conference (COP30) have renewed calls for urgent and united action to protect people and the planet, urging countries to move from promises to implementation as climate impacts intensify. The summit, taking place from November 10 to 21, 2025 in Brazil’s Amazon area,
- [AGN chair: ‘Africa demands fair share of $1.3 trillion climate finance’](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/agn-chair-africa-demands-fair-share-of-1-3-trillion-climate-financeby-jenifer-gilla/) - By Jenifer Gilla Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Africa is demanding its fair share of the proposed $1.3 trillion New Collective Quantified Goal (NCQG) on climate finance, arguing that only a shift from pledges to delivery will ensure the continent’s survival and development in the face of climate change. The African Group of Negotiators (AGN) insists that
- [Tanzania puts communities at the heart of new climate and biodiversity Drive](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tanzania-puts-communities-at-the-heart-of-new-climate-and-biodiversity-drive/) - By Jenifer Gilla Dar es Salaam. Tanzania is turning to its local communities in a renewed push to tackle climate change and biodiversity loss, following the launch of a major environmental initiative valued at Sh94 billion. The project, titled “Positive and Inclusive Approaches to Address Climate Change and Protect Biodiversity,” is a joint effort by
- [Harnessing Artificial Intelligence for environmental resilience ahead of COP30](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/harnessing-artificial-intelligence-for-environmental-resilience-ahead-of-cop30/) - Dar es Salaam. As the world prepares for the 30th United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP30), experts have unveiled a new strategy to use Artificial Intelligence (AI) in addressing climate change. AI is a technology that enables computers and machines to mimic human intelligence, such as learning, reasoning, decision-making, and creativity, across various sectors including
- [Tanzania to push clean cooking, climate finance, and resilience agenda at COP30](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tanzania-to-push-clean-cooking-climate-finance-and-resilience-agenda-at-cop30/) - Dar es Salaam. Tanzania will champion key climate and clean energy priorities, including the goal of ensuring that four out of five Tanzanians use clean cooking energy by 2034, during the 30th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP30). The conference will take place in Belém, Brazil, from
- [Holistic “Blue Values” framework urged to secure the future of the Indian Ocean](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/holistic-blue-values-framework-urged-to-secure-the-future-of-the-indian-ocean/) - Mombasa, Kenya. Marine experts and regional stakeholders are calling for countries bordering the Indian Ocean to adopt a holistic “Blue Values” framework that safeguards both human and ecological benefits derived from the ocean. The appeal was made on October 03, 2025 during a special session on Blue Values at the 13th Western Indian Ocean Marine
- [Pope Leo urges stronger climate action, calls on citizens to pressure governments](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/pope-leo-urges-stronger-climate-action-calls-on-citizens-to-pressure-governments/) - Castel Gandolfo, Italy. Pope Leo XIV has called on governments to adopt stronger measures to address climate change, stressing that harming the natural world is incompatible with Christian values. Speaking at a conference on October 01, 2025 marking the 10th anniversary of Laudato Si’, the landmark encyclical of his predecessor Pope Francis, the pontiff urged
- [Police remove activists as Africa energy week in Cape Town branded ‘Exploitation Week’](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/police-remove-activists-as-africa-energy-week-in-cape-town-branded-exploitation-week/) - Cape Town, South Africa. Tense scenes unfolded on 30 September 2025 outside the Cape Town International Convention Centre when police forcibly removed climate activists who had chained themselves to a giant green “payment machine” at the entrance of Africa Energy Week, the continent’s largest oil and gas conference. The protesters, dressed in orange jumpsuits, demanded
- [Private sector calls for legal frameworks to protect local interests in mega projects](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/private-sector-calls-for-legal-frameworks-to-protect-local-interests-in-mega-projects/) - Dar es Salaam. The Tanzania Chamber of Commerce, Industry and Agriculture (TCCIA) has called on the Government to strengthen economic empowerment policies that prioritize the participation of local citizens in major projects, warning that the country risks sidelining its people in its path toward economic growth. Speaking at a press conference in Dar es Salaam
- [TADB empowers Galaxy Foods to expand Kilimanjaro fresh across Tanzania](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tadb-empowers-galaxy-foods-to-expand-kilimanjaro-fresh-across-tanzania/) - Arusha. The Tanzania Agricultural Development Bank (TADB) has empowered Galaxy Food and Beverages Ltd, popularly known for its Kilimanjaro Fresh brand, to overcome production barriers and expand its market reach. The move is creating jobs and strengthening the dairy value chain in the country. Galaxy’s Production Manager, Augustine Lyana, explained that before partnering with TADB,
- [Activists demand gender-sensitive approach to climate mobility in Africa](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/activists-demand-gender-sensitive-approach-to-climate-mobility-in-africa/) - By Jenifer Gilla Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Experts and activists are calling for stronger integration of gender and migration issues into Africa’s climate agenda, stressing that women, girls, and youth bear the heaviest burden of climate-induced displacement. They urged African governments and global partners to ensure that gender and migration are mainstreamed across all areas of
- [How Tanga youth advance through dairy farming with TADB and Solidaridad support](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tanga-youth-advance-through-dairy-farming-with-tadb-and-solidaridad-support/) - Tanga. Young in Tanga Region are making significant strides in development through dairy farming, thanks to support from the Tanzania Agricultural Development Bank (TADB) in partnership with Solidaridad East Africa. To address the challenge of youth unemployment, TADB and Solidaridad have launched a unique initiative known as the Youth Farm Settlement (YFS) under the Dairy
- [CSOs demand gender justice as institutions pledge support](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/csos-demand-gender-justice-as-institutions-promise-support/) - By Jenifer Gilla Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. At a side event during Africa Climate Week, civil society leaders and financial institutions sparred over the future of climate finance in Africa particularly who benefits from the billions pledged in global forums. Executive Director of the African feminist network (FEMNET), Memory Kachambwa warned that women remain systematically excluded
- [How TADB empowered more than 200 Mombo rice farmers to secure yields and livelihoods](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/how-tadb-empowered-more-than-200-mombo-rice-farmers-to-secure-yields-and-livelihoods-2/) - Tanga. Since 1967, the Mombo Irrigation Scheme Cooperative has been a cornerstone of rice production in the area, bringing together 207 farmers, 131 women and 76 men all driven by a shared vision of feeding Tanzania and uplifting their community. The scheme manages 625 acres of rice fields cultivated each year. From this land, more
- [Africa pushes for predictable climate finance ahead of COP30](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/africa-pushes-for-predictable-climate-finance-ahead-of-cop30/) - By Jenifer Gilla Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. African leaders opened the Africa Climate Summit in Addis Ababa with a firm demand for fair and predictable climate finance, warning that without significant investment, the continent’s ability to deliver solutions to the global crisis will remain severely constrained. Running from 8 to 10 September, the summit has
- [Stronger digital advocacy needed to amplify rural women’s voices in Africa’s just transition](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/stronger-digital-advocacy-needed-to-amplify-rural-womens-voices-in-africas-just-transition/) - By Jenifer Gilla Addis Ababa, Ethiopia. Feminist leaders and climate justice advocates have urged greater use of digital platforms and communication tools to ensure rural women’s voices are central in Africa’s just transition, alongside stronger legal protections for women human rights defenders facing harassment and intimidation. Speaking on the second day of the African Feminist
- [African feminist demands just transition beyond colonial legacies](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/african-feminist-demands-just-transition-beyond-colonial-legacies/) - By Jenifer Gilla Addis Ababa. Despite its vast renewable energy potential, fertile land, and the world’s youngest workforce, Africa continues to grapple with debt, food insecurity, and climate vulnerability. At the African Feminist Just Transition Forum in Addis Ababa, activists and thought leaders called on African governments to break free from colonial economic legacies and
- [Youth agribusiness thrives in Zanzibar with TADB Support: The TB farm story](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/youth-agribusiness-thrives-in-zanzibar-with-tadb-support-the-tb-farm-story/) - Paje, Unguja. On the eastern shores of Zanzibar, in the village of Paje, two young graduates have turned their passion and determination into a thriving agribusiness. With the support of the Tanzania Agricultural Development Bank (TADB), Ismail Yusuph Maslim and Kamal Haji Simba established the TB Farm Partnership, a modern farming venture that now supplies
- [How TADB helped a Zanzibar woman transform poultry farming](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/how-tadb-helped-a-zanzibar-woman-transform-poultry-farming/) - Paje, Zanzibar. In the quiet village of Paje Mjogooni, Unguja, a determined woman has turned her dream into reality and is now reshaping her community through poultry farming. Shemsa John Taraba, once a small-scale farmer, has become a symbol of modern agribusiness in Zanzibar. Her journey took a decisive turn when the Tanzania Agricultural Development
- [Barriers slow Tanzania’s shift to clean cooking energy, stakeholders warn](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/barriers-slow-tanzanias-shift-to-clean-cooking-energy-stakeholders-warn/) - By Jenifer Gilla, Habitat Media Dar es Salaam. Stakeholders in the clean cooking sector have highlighted several key barriers that continue to hinder the adoption of clean cooking technologies in Tanzania. These include limited public awareness, widespread misconceptions, and the prevalence of poor-quality cooking appliances in the market. The concerns were raised yesterday in Dar
- [TADB to lead efforts in addressing climate change impacts within Africa’s banking sector](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tadb-to-lead-efforts-in-addressing-climate-change-impacts-within-africas-banking-sector/) - Dar es Salaam. Through a partnership between the African Development Bank (AfDB) and the Global Center on Adaptation (GCA), under the Africa Adaptation Acceleration Program (AAAP), the Tanzania Agricultural Development Bank (TADB) has developed innovative systems to assess and manage climate change risks in agricultural lending. These systems have been made possible with support from
- [African lions at risk of extinction](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/african-lions-at-risk-of-extinction/) - Dar es Salaam. African lions, long celebrated as symbols of strength and pride, are now facing the grim possibility of extinction. Conservation scientists say their survival is increasingly threatened by poaching, conflicts with humans, and the steady disappearance of their natural prey. The latest African Lion Population Analysis Report 2025 by LionAid paints a worrying
- [Geneva’s breakdown must be the alarm bell the world can no longer ignore](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/genevas-breakdown-must-be-the-alarm-bell-the-world-can-no-longer-ignore/) - Geneva, Switzerland. After two years of tense negotiations, the long-awaited Global Plastics Treaty talks ended without the breakthrough many had hoped for. Ministers came to Geneva with the chance to strike a historic deal—one that could have curbed plastic pollution at its source. But the final hours revealed a deep rift. A coalition of nations
- [Global Plastics Treaty Stalls as Geneva Talks end without Agreement](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/global-plastics-treaty-stalls-as-geneva-talks-end-without-agreement/) - By Habitat Media Reporter Geneva, Switzerland. After ten days of intense negotiations, including late-night sessions, countries have left the United Nations Palais des Nations without delivering the long-awaited global treaty to curb plastic pollution. The talks brought together over 2,600 participants, including 1,400 delegates from 183 member states, nearly 1,000 observers from more than 400
- [Scientists Urge Global Plastics Pact to Address Agriculture, Ecosystems, and Public Health](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/scientists-urge-global-plastics-pact-to-address-agriculture-ecosystems-and-public-health/) - By Habitat Reporter Geneva, Switzerland. Scientists have urged negotiators of the new global plastics treaty to strike a careful balance between the benefits, trade-offs, and sustainability of plastics in the food and agriculture sector, while prioritizing human health. Speaking at a side event during the second part of the Fifth Session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating
- [African Delegates Express Frustration Over Slow Progress in Global Plastics Treaty Talks](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/african-delegates-express-frustration-over-slow-progress-in-global-plastics-treaty-talks/) - By Habitat Reporter Geneva, Switzerland. As the first week of negotiations on a legally binding global treaty to end plastic pollution comes to a close, African countries have voiced frustration over the slow pace of progress and urged negotiating groups to intensify their efforts. At the midpoint of the resumed fifth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating
- [NEMC Engages 1,400 Stakeholders with Environmental Education at Nane Nane Exhibitions](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/nemc-engages-over-1450-stakeholders-with-environmental-education-at-nane-nane-exhibitions/) - Dodoma. The National Environment Management Council (NEMC) has reached approximately 1,450 stakeholders with education on environmental conservation and sustainable management during this year’s Nane Nane Agricultural Exhibitions. Through its exhibition pavilions at the Nzuguni grounds in Dodoma and the John Mwakangale grounds in Mbeya, NEMC raised public awareness on the importance of protecting the environment
- [Concern Mounts as Plastic Pollution Treaty Negotiations Stall in Geneva](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/concern-mounts-as-plastic-pollution-treaty-negotiations-stall-in-geneva/) - Geneva, Switzerland. Five days into the final round of Global Plastics Treaty negotiations, progress remains far from what is needed to protect people and the planet. Campaigners say enough is enough the process must change, promises must be kept, and governments must deliver a strong treaty to end plastic pollution. Voices from across the world
- [TADB Credits Capital Growth to President Samia’s Agricultural Reforms](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tadb-credits-capital-growth-to-president-samias-agricultural-reforms/) - Dodoma. The Tanzania Agricultural Development Bank (TADB) has expressed its gratitude to President Samia Suluhu Hassan for her continued investment in empowering farmers through the provision of input loans. Speaking to President Samia during the climax of the national Nane Nane celebrations on August 8, 2025, TADB Managing Director Frank Nyabundege said the bank’s capital
- [President Samia Commends TADB for Outstanding Service to Farmers](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/president-samia-commends-tadb-for-outstanding-service-to-farmers/) - Dodoma. The President of the United Republic of Tanzania has praised the Tanzania Agricultural Development Bank (TADB) for its excellent performance that has positively impacted farmers. She made these remarks on August 8, 2025, while addressing citizens at the climax of the National Nane Nane celebrations held at Nzuguni Grounds in Dodoma city. President Samia
- [Africa’s Future at Risk as Scientists Warn of Generational Health Damage from Plastics](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/africas-future-at-risk-as-scientists-warn-of-generational-health-damage-from-plastics/) - By Habitat Reporter Geneva, Switzerland. As governments negotiate a historic treaty to end plastic pollution, scientists are sounding the alarm over the growing health impacts of plastics — warning that the damage may already be generational. A report by the Minderoo Foundation and the University of Maryland, featured in the Lancet Countdown on Health and Plastics
- [‘Polluters Must Not Write the Rules’: Outcry over Lobbyist Presence in Treaty Talks](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/polluters-must-not-write-the-rules-outcry-over-lobbyist-presence-in-treaty-talks/) - Geneva, Switzerland. Concerns are mounting over the influence of fossil fuel and chemical industry lobbyists in the ongoing negotiations for a Global Plastics Treaty, after new analysis revealed the scale of their presence at the talks. According to the analysis conducted by the Center for International Environmental Law (CIEL), a total of 234 lobbyists from
- [Global Citizens Rally in Geneva Demanding Bold Plastics Treaty](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/global-citizens-rally-in-geneva-demanding-bold-plastics-treaty/) - Geneva, Switzerland. As the final round of negotiations for a Global Plastics Treaty begins, hundreds of citizens and civil society organizations gathered at Place des Nations in Geneva to demand a bold and legally binding agreement that prioritizes people and the planet over polluters. The demonstration—organized by Greenpeace Switzerland, the Break Free from Plastic movement,
- [World Leaders Urged to Seal Deal as Crucial Plastic Treaty Talks Resume in Geneva](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/world-leaders-urged-to-seal-deal-as-crucial-plastic-treaty-talks-resume-in-geneva/) - By Habitat Reporter Geneva. A renewed call for global unity rang out at the United Nations headquarters in ongoing negotiations in Geneva, Switzerland as more than 3,700 delegates and observers gathered to open the resumed fifth session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-5.2) on plastic pollution. With just 10 days to finalize a legally binding
- [How TADB’s Affordable Loans and Capacity Building Are Empowering Zanzibar’s Communities](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/how-tadbs-affordable-loans-and-capacity-building-are-empowering-zanzibars-communities/) - Dodoma. The availability of services from the Tanzania Agricultural Development Bank (TADB) in Zanzibar is unlocking new economic opportunities for farmers, livestock keepers, and fishers. Through affordable loans, financial literacy training, and strong market linkages, TADB is driving inclusive development across the islands. Speaking during a special interview at the ongoing National Nanenane Exhibition in
- [Tanzania Targets Sh30.4 trillion Windfall with New Mineral Value Addition Strategy](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tanzania-targets-sh30-4-trillion-windfall-with-new-mineral-value-addition-strategy/) - Dar es Salaam. Tanzania has unveiled 14 strategic opportunities for mineral value addition that could generate up to USD 11.7 billion (around Sh30.4 trillion) annually, marking a significant leap in its ambitions to move beyond raw mineral exports. These opportunities, identified across 11 key minerals, are part of the government’s Mineral Value-Addition Strategy 2025, which
- [PM Majaliwa Hails TADB for Pioneering Agricultural Transformation in Tanzania](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/pm-majaliwa-hails-tadb-for-pioneering-agricultural-transformation-in-tanzania/) - Dodoma. The Prime Minister of the United Republic of Tanzania, Kassim Majaliwa, has commended the Tanzania Agricultural Development Bank (TADB) for spearheading a remarkable transformation in the country’s agriculture sector. Speaking on August 3, 2025, after visiting the TADB pavilion — the Main Sponsor of this year’s NaneNane Farmers’ Exhibition — the Prime Minister praised
- [How TADB Is Transforming Tanzania’s Agriculture Through Affordable Financing](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/how-tadb-is-transforming-tanzanias-agriculture-through-affordable-financing/) - Dodoma. The Tanzania Agricultural Development Bank (TADB) is playing a central role in transforming the country’s agricultural sector by providing low-interest loans and empowering small- and medium-scale farmers across the nation. This achievement was highlighted today, August 1, 2025, at the NaneNane national exhibition grounds in Dodoma by the TADB Managing Director, Mr Frank Nyabundege.
- [Dr Mpango Commends TADB for Empowering Farmers](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/dr-mpango-commends-tadb-for-empowering-farmers/) - Dodoma. The Vice President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Dr Philip Mpango, has commended the Tanzania Agricultural Development Bank (TADB) for economically empowering farmers through affordable loan schemes. He made the remarks today, August 1, 2025, in Dodoma while visiting the TADB pavilion at the NaneNane National Exhibition Grounds, ahead of officially opening the
- [TADB Donates Sh400 Million as Main Sponsor of Nanenane 2025](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tadb-donates-sh400-million-as-main-sponsor-of-nanenane-2025/) - Dodoma. The Tanzania Agricultural Development Bank (TADB) has been named the main sponsor of the 2025 National Nanenane Agricultural Exhibitions and has handed over a symbolic cheque worth Sh400 million to support the event. The sponsorship underscores the bank’s growing role in transforming the agricultural sector through affordable loans for inputs and farming equipment. Speaking
- [TADB Highlights How Sh1.129 Trillion in Low-Interest Loans Empowered Farmers Ahead of Nanenane](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tadb-highlights-how-sh1-129-trillion-in-low-interest-loans-empowered-farmers-ahead-of-nanenane/) - Dodoma. In a move to transform agriculture and empower smallholder farmers, the Tanzania Agricultural Development Bank (TADB) has disbursed low-interest loans worth Sh1.129 trillion over the past ten years. This initiative supports national efforts to enhance the agricultural sector, as the country gears up to celebrate Farmers’ Day (Nanenane) at the Nzuguni Grounds in Dodoma.
- [African Stakeholders Outline Key Demands Ahead of Global Plastic Treaty Talks](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/african-stakeholders-outline-key-demands-ahead-of-global-plastic-treaty-talks/) - Dar es Salaam. As the world prepares for the Fifth Session of the Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-5.2) to develop a legally binding international instrument on plastic pollution, the Africa Major Groups and Stakeholders (MGS) have released six key recommendations for African negotiators to advocate during the upcoming talks. The negotiations, to be held in Geneva,
- [Tanga, Pemba Communities Restore 90.4 Hectares of Mangroves](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tanga-pemba-communities-restore-90-4-hectares-of-mangroves/) - Tanga/Pemba. More than 90 hectares of mangroves have been restored over the past three years in Tanga and Pemba, strengthening coastal resilience and improving the livelihoods of local communities. The achievement is part of a broader, community-driven conservation initiative within the Tanga–Pemba seascape, which is already delivering tangible ecological and economic benefits. Speaking during a
- [Journalists grilled on marine resilience, blue economy reporting skills](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/jet-and-iucn-to-equip-journalists-with-marine-resilience-and-blue-economy-skills-in-tanga/) - By Habitat Reporter Tanga. The Journalists Environmental Association of Tanzania (JET), in collaboration with the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), has organized a week-long training and field visit to raise public awareness and influence policy on marine conservation and the blue economy, The initiative, part of the Bahari Mali Project, spearheaded by IUCN,
- [NEMC Honours TanTrade for Environmental Excellence at Sabasaba](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/nemc-honours-tantrade-for-environmental-excellence-at-sabasaba/) - Dar es Salaam. The Tanzania Trade Development Authority (TanTrade) has received a prestigious award for outstanding environmental management from the National Environment Management Council (NEMC), marking a proud moment for the nation. The award was presented during the closing ceremony of the 49th Dar es Salaam International Trade Fair (DITF), popularly known as Sabasaba. The
- [Mbanja community unites to restore mangroves and combat climate change](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/mbanja-community-unites-to-restore-mangroves-and-combat-climate-change/) - Lindi. Mangroves have been recognised as a vital solution in the fight against climate change, helping to absorb carbon dioxide, protect shorelines from erosion, and support rich marine biodiversity crucial for livelihoods in coastal communities. In response to increasing mangrove degradation in Mbanja Ward, Lindi Municipality, a local NGO — Human Dignity and Environment Care
- [Masauni Urges Tanzanians to Prioritize Environmental Protection](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/masauni-urges-tanzanians-to-prioritize-environmental-protection/) - Dodoma. The Minister of State in the Vice President’s Office (Union and Environment), Eng. Hamad Yussuf Masauni, has called on Tanzanians to take environmental protection seriously, emphasizing that preserving the environment is essential to ensuring a safe and sustainable place to live. Speaking on June 25, 2025 during a working session with the management team
- [Experts Champion Community-Led Innovation to restore and Reclaim Africa’s Landscapes](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/experts-champion-community-led-innovation-to-restore-and-reclaim-africas-landscapes/) - Nairobi. At a time when Africa’s ecosystems face rising threats from climate change, population growth and resource degradation, experts, innovators, and communities are stepping forward to reclaim the continent’s landscapes and redefine its future. This momentum was on full display during GLF Africa 2025: Innovate, Restore, Prosper, a landmark event held on 19 June 2025
- [Dar es Salaam: Public urged to stop polluting ocean beaches](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/dar-es-salaam-public-urged-to-stop-polluting-ocean-beaches/) - Dar es Salaam. Keeping the ocean clean is vital for protecting marine life, maintaining ecosystem balance, supporting the blue economy and tourism, and ensuring public health and safety. However, ongoing pollution of Indian Ocean beaches continues to undermine these efforts, prompting strong calls for behavioral change among the public. “Clean beaches support not only marine
- [New Map Book launched to bolster biodiversity and ecosystem management across Eastern and Southern Africa](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/new-map-book-launched-to-bolster-biodiversity-and-ecosystem-management-across-eastern-and-southern-africa/) - Nairobi, Kenya. The Regional Centre of Excellence for Biodiversity, Forests, and Seascape Ecosystems Management in Eastern and Southern Africa (RCoE-ESA) has unveiled a transformative tool to support conservation efforts across the continent. The RCoE-ESA Map Book was officially launched on June 16, 2025 during the 50th anniversary celebrations of the Regional Centre for Mapping of
- [Tanzania leads drive to standardize livestock vaccines in Africa](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tanzania-leads-drive-to-standardize-livestock-vaccines-in-africa/) - Dar es Salaam. As livestock remain central to food security and income for millions of rural families in Africa, countries across the continent are joining forces in a historic effort to eliminate Peste des Petits Ruminants (PPR), a deadly disease threatening goats and sheep. This week, over 100 animal health experts and stakeholders from 25
- [African negotiators push for united front on adaptation and energy access](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/african-negotiators-push-for-united-front-on-adaptation-and-energy-access/) - By Jenifer GilaBonn, Germany. The African Group of Negotiators on Climate Change (AGN) has underscored the power of unity in international climate diplomacy, calling on African nations to maintain a collective stance to strengthen the continent’s voice in global climate negotiations. Speaking on June 12, 2025. at the AGN Preparatory Plenary ahead of the 62nd
- [Stakeholders push for gender and reproductive health inclusion in Tanzania’s climate strategy](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/stakeholders-push-for-gender-and-reproductive-health-inclusion-in-tanzanias-climate-strategy/) - Dar es Salaam. As Tanzania prepares its third Nationally Determined Contribution (NDC 3.0) to address climate change, stakeholders are calling for the integration of gender and reproductive health issues into the national strategy. The appeal comes amid growing concern over how climate change is disrupting the health sector contributing to the spread of diseases such
- [UN, stakeholders rallies Tanzania and global partners to intensify plastic pollution fight](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/un-stakeholders-urges-stronger-action-to-tackle-plastic-pollution/) - By Jenifer Gilla Dar es Salaam. The United Nations has joined forces with national stakeholders to call for urgent and coordinated action to combat plastic pollution, which continues to threaten marine life, coastal livelihoods, and global ecosystems. The call comes as the world prepares to mark World Environment Day on June 5, with this year’s
- [NEMC urges citizens to embrace plastic recycling and the circular economy](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/nemc-urges-citizens-to-embrace-plastic-recycling-and-the-circular-economy/) - Dodoma. As the world prepares to mark World Environment Day on June 5, 2025, the National Environment Management Council (NEMC) has urged Tanzanians to reduce plastic use, reuse materials, and recycle waste to support a circular economy. Speaking during the ongoing exhibition for World Environment Day celebrations at Jakaya Kikwete Grounds in Dodoma, the Acting
- [Tanzania strengthens green industrial ties at project Qatar 2025](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tanzania-strengthens-green-industrial-ties-at-project-qatar-2025/) - Qatar. Tanzania has taken a bold step toward advancing its green industrial agenda by participating in Project Qatar 2025, a major international exhibition and conference on construction and manufacturing held from 26th to 29th May at the Doha Exhibition and Conference Centre (DECC) in Qatar. Organized under the theme “Experiencing the Synergy of Construction and
- [NEMC Calls for Urgent Action on Plastic Waste Ahead of World Environment Day](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/nemc-calls-for-urgent-action-on-plastic-waste-ahead-of-world-environment-day/) - Dar es Salaam. The National Environment Management Council (NEMC) has called on Tanzanians to take swift and decisive action to curb uncontrolled plastic use, warning of severe consequences for public health, ecosystems, and the national economy. Speaking at a press briefing in Dar es Salaam on May 26, 2025, ahead of World Environment Day on
- [Message from Rotary President-elect: Supporting Tanzania’s development through service](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/message-from-rotary-president-elect-supporting-tanzanias-development-through-service/) - Dar es Salaam – The President-elect of Rotary International, Mario César Martins de Camargo, has reaffirmed the organization’s commitment to empowering communities through initiatives in health, education, and sustainable development, in collaboration with the government and other stakeholders. He made the remarks during a three-day official visit to Tanzania from May 12 to 14, 2025,
- [Youth and women to take bigger role in Africa’s climate diplomacy](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/youth-and-women-to-take-bigger-role-in-africas-climate-diplomacy/) - Zanzibar. Africa is putting youth and women at the center of its climate agenda, with the African Group of Negotiators (AGN) mandating their integration across all levels of climate negotiations and decision-making. During a strategic meeting in Zanzibar, the AGN highlighted that young people and women are both disproportionately affected by climate change and uniquely
- [Africa sharpens unified climate position ahead of COP30](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/africa-sharpens-unified-climate-position-ahead-of-cop30/) - Zanzibar. Africa is moving to consolidate its climate priorities under a single, united position ahead of COP30 in Brazil, with a focus on finance, adaptation, and clean energy. During a strategic meeting in Zanzibar, the African Group of Negotiators (AGN) resolved to update the African Common Position in line with the latest political and technical
- [AGN leverages Africa’s natural wealth to demand fair climate finance](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/agn-leverages-africas-natural-wealth-to-demand-fair-climate-finance/) - Zanzibar. African nations have called for a new model of climate finance that reflects the continent’s immense natural wealth—including forests, minerals, and clean energy potential—insisting that it must translate into tangible economic benefits. The African Group of Negotiators (AGN), meeting in Zanzibar, emphasized that Africa is a “nature-rich but cash-poor” continent that contributes less than
- [Africa backs “Mission 300” to end energy poverty by 2030](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/africa-backs-mission-300-to-end-energy-poverty-by-2030/) - Zanzibar. Africa has stepped up efforts to end energy poverty with a bold endorsement of “Mission 300,” an initiative to provide clean and modern energy access to at least 300 million people by 2030. This decision was made during the African Group of Negotiators (AGN) strategic meeting held in Zanzibar from April 28–30. The AGN,
- [African Union to host Climate Negotiators’ Office in historic shift](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/african-union-to-host-climate-negotiators-office-in-historic-shift/) - Zanzibar. The African Group of Negotiators (AGN) will soon have a permanent home under the African Union Commission (AUC), following a landmark resolution made during a meeting in Zanzibar. Delegates agreed that hosting the AGN Secretariat at the AUC would enhance institutional stability, technical capacity, and political coordination across all 54 African countries participating in
- [Tanzania eyes deeper skills partnership with Qatar’s Mowasalat (Karwa) Academy](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tanzania-eyes-deeper-skills-partnership-with-qatars-mowasalat-karwa-academy/) - Qatar. In a move aimed at boosting skills development and strengthening ties between Tanzania and Qatar, the Ambassador of the United Republic of Tanzania to Qatar, Habibu Awesi Mohamed, met with the management of Mowasalat (Karwa) Academy in Doha on May 14, 2025. The meeting, held at the Academy’s headquarters, focused on opportunities for bilateral
- [AGN elevates clean cooking agenda ahead of COP30](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/agn-elevates-clean-cooking-agenda-ahead-of-cop30/) - By Jenifer Gilla Zanzibar. The African Group of Negotiators on Climate Change (AGN) has elevated the clean cooking energy agenda as a continental priority ahead of the 30th Conference of the Parties (COP30), scheduled to take place from November 10 to 21, 2025, in Belém do Pará, Brazil. The move comes at a pivotal time,
- [Stop destroying forests, officials warn as reforestation efforts begin](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/stop-destroying-forests-officials-warn-as-reforestation-efforts-begin/) - Dar es Salaam. With statistics revealing that approximately 460,000 hectares of forest are lost each year in Tanzania, individuals involved in forest destruction—particularly illegal tree cutting—have been warned to stop immediately. This widespread forest loss is primarily driven by human activities such as bushfires, charcoal production, and logging, often carried out by people with little
- [WWF and TFS partner to restore Tanzania’s degraded forests](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/wwf-and-tfs-partner-to-restore-tanzanias-degraded-forests/) - Dar es Salaam. With statistics showing that approximately 460,000 hectares of forest are lost annually in Tanzania, the World Wide Fund for Nature (WWF), in collaboration with the Tanzania Forest Services (TFS) Agency, has joined efforts to restore degraded areas. This initiative is part of WWF's "Ishi Kijani, Ishi Kijanja" (Live Green, Live Smart) campaign,
- [How invasive weed is driving Kongwa farmers to the brink](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/how-the-unstoppable-invasive-weed-is-driving-kongwa-farmers-to-the-brink/) - Dodoma. It’s almost sunset, yet Musa Maile, a resident of Machenje village in Kongwa District, Dodoma Region, remains on his 30-acre maize farm on the final day of harvest. His eyes scan the land in disbelief. Despite his workers completing the harvest, he suspects they may have missed some maize or hidden part of the
- [NEMC urges Tanzanians to tap into waste’s economic potential](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/nemc-highlights-waste-management-as-key-to-sustainability/) - Dar es Salaam. The waste in your compound may not be just garbage—it could be a valuable resource that generates wealth and employment. Experts are urging Tanzanians to rethink waste management as an opportunity for economic growth and environmental sustainability. The National Environment Management Council (NEMC), in collaboration with the Dar es Salaam Regional Office,
- [Opportunities and challenges for Tech-Driven waste management solutions in Dar es Salaam](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/opportunities-and-challenges-for-tech-driven-waste-management-solutions-in-dar-es-salaam/) - Dar es Salaam. In the bustling streets of Dar es Salaam, technology-driven solutions are emerging to tackle the city’s growing waste crisis. From digital platforms to smart bins, innovators are working to revolutionize waste management. However, with limited funding, weak policies, and resistance to change, can these solutions truly transform waste management, or will challenges
- [East Africa’s glaciers are disappearing—What it means for millions](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/east-africas-glaciers-are-disappearing-what-it-means-for-millions/) - Dar es Salaam. As the world marks the first-ever World Day for Glaciers on March 21, 2025, attention turns to the alarming rate at which glaciers are disappearing, particularly in East Africa. The United Nations has dedicated this year as the International Year of Glacier Preservation, underscoring the crucial role glaciers play in global water
- [Why municipal environmental campaigns should consider climate change](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/why-municipal-environmental-campaigns-should-consider-climate-change/) - Dar es Salaam. As the Ministry of Environment data shows that 63.4 percent of the waste generated in Dar es Salaam is organic, stakeholders are calling for environmental campaigns to address climate change impacts. Most of this waste, primarily food and fruit scraps, releases greenhouse gases such as methane and carbon dioxide as it decomposes,
- [Public procurement: A new path to gender equality](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/public-procurement-a-new-path-to-gender-equality/) - Nairobi. In a recent workshop on the Growth and Economic Opportunities for Women (GrOW) Phase II – East Africa, gender experts, policymakers, and entrepreneurs gathered to discuss the challenges and solutions surrounding gender equality in public procurement. Held at the Trademark Hotel, the event shed light on how procurement systems can either hinder or promote
- [Toxic Tide: Hazardous medical waste pollutes Dar es Salaam’s beaches](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/toxic-tide-hazardous-medical-waste-pollutes-dar-es-salaams-beaches/) - Dar es Salaam. Dar es Salaam’s beaches, once bustling with visitors, are now tainted by a troubling tide - hazardous medical waste washed ashore from rivers crisscrossing Kinondoni Municipality. Investigation has revealed the illegal dumping of syringes, IV bags, expired drug bottles, and other biomedical waste into rivers that ultimately flow into the Indian Ocean.
- [Experts stress the need for better waste disposal to mitigate climate risks in Dar es Salaam](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/experts-stress-the-need-for-better-waste-disposal-to-mitigate-climate-risks-in-dar-es-salaam/) - Dar es Salaam. “Food waste that is sent to final disposal sites, decomposes, releasing methane—one of the most potent greenhouse gases (GHGs),” says Dr Rebecca Parrish, a climate change resilience expert with Dar es Salaam Urban Resilience Project (DURP). She added that other sources of emissions include waste burning, while waste transportation within and around the
- [Climate change challenges Zanzibar’s blue economy: Experts call for urgent action](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/climate-change-challenges-zanzibars-blue-economy-experts-call-for-urgent-action/) - Zanzibar. Zanzibar is facing significant environmental challenges driven by climate change, including rising sea levels, saltwater intrusion into land, coastal erosion, and unpredictable weather patterns. The Coordination Officer of the Ministry of Blue Economy, Omar Mohamed, highlighted these challenges on March 10, 2025, during a workshop on the Circular Economy and Blue Economy. The event,
- [Waste crisis: how the informal sector fills the collection gap](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/waste-crisis-how-the-informal-sector-fills-the-collection-gap/) - Dar es Salaam. Municipal waste collection system, which relies on municipal garbage trucks or contracted service providers, does not reach all areas. For instance, the Dar es Salaam City Master Plan indicates that the city, with a population of over five million, generates 5,300 tons of mixed solid waste per day from all sources. A
- [PM Majaliwa urges farmers to grow fast-maturing crops amid climate challenges](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/pm-majaliwa-urges-farmers-to-grow-fast-maturing-crops-amid-climate-challenges/) - Dodoma. Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa has advised farmers nationwide to cultivate fast-maturing crops to mitigate the effects of climate change. Speaking in Parliament February 14, 2025 while concluding the 18th Meeting of the 12th Parliament, Majaliwa emphasized the need for farmers to adopt short-maturity crops, especially in regions expected to experience reduced rainfall. He also
- [What you need to know about Tanzania’s proposed Environmental Law Amendments](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/what-you-need-to-know-about-tanzanias-proposed-environmental-law-amendments/) - Dodoma. Tanzania has taken a step toward strengthening its environmental governance with proposed amendments to the Environmental Management Act, Chapter 191. These changes, presented before Parliament on February 12, 2025 by the Minister of State in the Vice President’s Office (Union and Environment) Hamad Yusuf Masauni, aim to align the law with the 2021 National
- [How young Tanzanian Innovators turning food waste into sustainable solutions](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/how-young-tanzanian-innovators-turning-food-waste-into-sustainable-solutions/) - Dar es Salaam. Young Tanzanian innovators are introducing groundbreaking solutions to improve the management of organic waste in Dar es Salaam. Some of these innovations are already in operation, while others are still in the planning phase, all aimed at enhancing food waste management. These initiatives offer multiple benefits, including reducing greenhouse gas emissions, mitigating
- [Forest conservation: Kilosa to earn sh1.17 billion from carbon trading](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/forest-conservation-kilosa-to-earn-sh1-17-billion-from-carbon-trading/) - Morogoro. Kilosa District is set to earn Sh1.17 billion as a dividend after preserving forests that facilitated the harvesting of 545,433 cubic tons of carbon in its village forests from 2023 to February 2024. According to the Ministry of Union and Environment, Tanzania aims to generate USD 1 billion (approximately Sh2.4 trillion) annually from carbon
- [NEMC warns public on extreme weather risks, urges preparedness](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/nemc-warns-public-on-extreme-weather-risks-urges-preparedness/) - Dar es Salaam. The National Environment Management Council (NEMC) has issued a warning about the potential dangers posed by heavy rains expected in several regions of Tanzania. Addressing the press on February 2, 2025, NEMC Director General Dr Immaculate Semesi emphasized the urgency of preparedness to minimize the risks associated with extreme weather events. “In
- [Experts urge government to address drought through innovation and collaboration](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/experts-urge-government-to-address-drought-through-innovation-and-collaboration/) - Dar es Salaam. Environmental experts and stakeholders in Tanzania have called on the government to adopt a collaborative, multi-faceted approach to address the escalating effects of drought. They have stressed the need to incorporate modern technologies for water harvesting and storage, food preservation, and conservation of natural habitats in efforts to mitigate the devastating impact
- [Affordable solutions: The impact of natural gas on households](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/affordable-solutions-the-impact-of-natural-gas-on-households/) - By Haika Kimaro Mtwara. Approximately 400,000 hectares of forest in Tanzania are lost every year due to human activities. Statistics show that Africa loses 3.9 million hectares annually, while the global figure is seven million hectares. A significant contributor to this deforestation is the cutting of trees for charcoal and firewood, primarily used for cooking.
- [How Mangroves Boost Income for Msimbati Villagers](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/how-mangroves-boosts-income-to-msimbati-villagers/) - By Haika Kimaro Mtwara. In a small coastal village, Msimbati, nestled along the Indian Ocean in Mtwara Region in southern Tanzania, lies a precious ecosystem: the mangroves. Upon arriving in Msimbati around 9 a.m., I noticed groups of people in animated discussions. Curious, I approached to find out what they were talking about. Contrary to
- [Tanzanian Youth Leader Zuhura Ahmad Recognized by GLF as 2025 Ocean Restoration Steward](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tanzanian-youth-leader-zuhura-ahmad-recognized-by-glf-as-2025-ocean-restoration-steward/) - Dar es Salaam. The Global Landscapes Forum (GLF), the world’s knowledge-led platform on sustainable land use, has selected seven young innovators from over 500 global applicants as 2025 Restoration Stewards. Among them is Tanzania’s own Zuhura Ahmad, who is making significant strides in ocean restoration through her work with the community in Bagamoyo. The seven
- [Tanzania Eyes E-Mobility Policy to Reduce Costs, Boost Adoption of Electric Vehicles](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tanzania-eyes-e-mobility-policy-to-reduce-costs-boost-adoption-of-electric-vehicles/) - Dar es Salaam. With the increasing interest in the use of electric transportation vehicles such as motorcycles, three-wheelers, and cars in the country, stakeholders in collaboration with the government have gathered to discuss a policy framework that will provide guidelines for the importation and use of these vehicles. The availability of specialized mechanics, importation of
- [World Bank Report Outlines Five Key Actions for Tanzania to Combat Climate Change](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/world-bank-report-outlines-five-key-actions-for-tanzania-to-combat-climate-change/) - Dar es Salaam. A new report by the World Bank Group, titled the Country Climate and Development Report (CCDR) for Tanzania, has outlined five critical steps for the country to address the impacts of climate change. These include raising public awareness to mitigate risks, promoting efficient water use in agriculture, investing in low-carbon infrastructure, strengthening
- [Why South Sudan and Tanzania are Leading in Global Drying Trends ](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/why-south-sudan-and-tanzania-are-leading-in-global-drying-trends/) - Dar es Salaam. South Sudan and Tanzania are experiencing a faster rate of drying than any other country globally, with the highest percentage of land transitioning to drylands. Conversely, China has recorded the largest total area shifting from non-drylands to drylands, according to scientists analyzing global aridity trends. The Global Aridity Index (AI) data reveals
- [Africa Voices Frustration over Climate Finance at COP29](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/africa-voices-frustration-over-climate-finance-at-cop29/) - Baku. The recently concluded COP29 summit in Baku brought both progress and disappointment, as nations debated the critical issue of climate finance. Developed nations have agreed to help channel “at least” $300 billion a year into developing countries by 2035 to support their efforts to deal with climate change. However, African leaders have decried the
- [Data key in ecosystem management in Eastern, Southern Africa](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/data-key-in-ecosystem-management-in-eastern-southern-africa/) - By Abigael Sum Baku, Azerbaijan. As world leaders gather in Baku, Azerbaijan for 29th United Nations Climate Change Conference, commonly known as COP29, the focus will be on climate action commitments to protect biodiversity and promote environmental sustainability. For Eastern and Southern Africa, COP29 offers a crucial moment to prioritize regional strategies for managing our
- [COP29: Tanzania’s VP Pushes for Carbon Monitoring and Green Resource Recognition](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/cop29-tanzanias-vp-pushes-for-carbon-monitoring-and-green-resource-recognition/) - Baku, Azerbaijan. The 29th Conference of the Parties (COP-29) to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change continues in Baku, Azerbaijan, with Tanzania among the participating nations. Speaking at a side event on Green Wealth for African Nations, Tanzania's Vice President, Dr Philip Mpango, emphasized the importance of strengthening Africa’s carbon monitoring systems to
- [Frustration Mounts at COP29 as Key Issues on Finance and Emissions Remain Unresolved](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/frustration-mounts-at-cop29-as-key-issues-on-finance-and-emissions-remain-unresolved/) - Baku, Azerbaijan. The first week of COP29 in Baku has been described as the worst in 15 years by Mohamed Adow, the director and founder of the climate and energy think tank Power Shift Africa. Adow expressed concerns that the slow progress in negotiations could jeopardize the success of the summit, highlighting issues such as
- [AGN Receive Urgent Petition for Climate Action Ahead of COP2](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/african-climate-activists-deliver-10000-signature-petition-to-cop29-negotiator/) - Baku, Azerbaijan. African climate activists have made a powerful statement at COP29 by presenting a petition with over 10,000 signatures to the African Group of Negotiators (AGN), urging urgent climate action for the continent. The petition, delivered to AGN Chairman Amb. Ali Mohamed, demands that African negotiators push for a renewable energy future, equitable climate
- [COP29: Time is Running Out – Leaders Urged to Take Decisive Climate Action](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/cop29-time-is-running-out-leaders-urged-to-take-decisive-climate-action/) - Baku, Azerbaijan. As COP29 kicks off in Baku, Azerbaijan, the world faces a stark reality: time is running out to prevent climate change’s worst consequences. From scorching heat waves in Europe to deadly floods in South Asia, the world’s most vulnerable communities bear the brunt of this crisis. Leaders, activists, and scientists agree—this year’s COP
- [Tanzania’s Firm Stance at COP-29: Advancing Climate Resilience and Fair Financing](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tanzanias-firm-stance-at-cop-29-advancing-climate-resilience-and-fair-financing/) - Dar es Salaam. As the 29th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP-29) begins today in Baku, Azerbaijan, Tanzania joins global leaders with a determined stance: unified strategies to address climate change and secure critical resources for resilience. Represented by Vice President Dr Philip Mpango, who is attending
- [“Tanzania misses out on loss and damage fund”](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tanzania-misses-out-on-loss-and-damage-fund/) - Dodoma. The Parliamentary Budget Committee in Tanzania has highlighted that the country is not receiving funding from international environmental funds due to various issues, including the integration of these funds into the general government budget, creating uncertainty about whether they will actually be allocated to environmental projects. Oran Njeza, Chairman of the Parliamentary Budget Committee,
- [Solving Farmer-Herder Conflicts: How the Maasai Are Turning to Modern Agriculture](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/solving-farmer-herder-conflicts-how-the-maasai-are-turning-to-modern-agriculture/) - Manyara. Some Maasai pastoralists in Simanjiro District, Manyara Region, have ventured into modern drip irrigation farming, marking a significant shift from their traditional reliance on livestock. This innovative farming technique uses perforated pipes that release small amounts of water directly to crops, ensuring efficient water usage while maximizing yields compared to rain-dependent farming. The pastoralists
- [How Drip Irrigation is Bringing Hope to Drought-Stricken Farmers in Manyara and Dodoma](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/how-drip-irrigation-is-bringing-hope-to-drought-stricken-farmers-in-manyara-and-dodoma/) - Babati/Dodoma. Facing unpredictable rainfall, farmers in the Manyara and Dodoma regions have turned to drip irrigation as a solution to water scarcity. Farmers growing leguminous crops have embraced this method after experiencing poor harvests of only three bags per hectare due to unreliable rains. As a result, many have dug wells and adopted modern irrigation
- [WWF Warns of Critical Biodiversity Tipping](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/wwf-warns-of-critical-biodiversity-tipping/) - Dar es Salaam. Africa has witnessed an overwhelming 76 percent decline in wildlife populations over the past 50 years, according to World Wide Fund for Nature’s (WWF) 2024 Living Planet Report (LPR). This alarming figure underscores the growing threat to biodiversity and highlights the urgent need for decisive action to protect ecosystems across the continent.
- [Data Geoportal Initiative: Unlocking Data for Sustainable Ecosystems](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/data-geoportal-initiative-unlocking-data-for-sustainable-ecosystems/) - Dar es Salaam. In a significant advancement for environmental conservation, the Regional Centre of Excellence (RCoE) for Biodiversity, Forests, and Seascape Ecosystems Management has unveiled a Data Geoportal platform in Nairobi this week. This innovative tool is designed to facilitate open access to crucial ecosystem data, marking a pivotal step towards enhancing biodiversity conservation across
- [How Hadzabe use indigenous knowledge to protect environment](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/how-hadzabe-use-indigenous-knowledge-to-protect-environment/) - Arusha. For generations Hadzabe – an indigenous tribe found in northern Tanzania – has survived habitat and other kinds of changes which have affected other parts of the country thanks to their persistence in using natural means to protect their environments. Hadzabe are majorly found in area called Yaeda Chini in Karatu District in Arusha
- [NEMC: Project Delays Due to Investors' Failure to Meet EIA Standards](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/nemc-project-delays-due-to-investors-failure-to-meet-eia-standards/) - Dar es Salaam. The National Environment Management Council (NEMC) has cited a lack of understanding of legal requirements among investors as a primary reason for delays in obtaining Environmental Impact Assessment (EIA) certificates for their projects. EIA Manager at NEMC Jamal Baruti made these remarks during a one-day training session held in Dar es Salaam,
- [Beyond the Crash: How Families and Relatives Cope with Motorcycle Tragedies](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/beyond-the-crash-how-families-and-relatives-cope-with-motorcycle-tragedies/) - Dar es Salaam. "Since my husband passed away, life has been difficult. Only God knows how my children and I manage to eat; we have no certainty about tomorrow," says Mariam Jumanne, a mother of two. Her husband died in a 2020 motorcycle accident while working as a bodaboda driver. At the time, their daughter
- [Tanzania's clean energy push: VP highlights gender equity and environmental goals](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tanzanias-clean-energy-push-vp-highlights-gender-equity-and-environmental-goals/) - Dar es Salaam. The Vice President of Tanzania, Dr Philip Mpango, has emphasized the need for equitable and gender-sensitive reforms, calling for clean cooking solutions to be prioritized in development initiatives. He reiterated the Tanzanian government's commitment to increasing the use of clean cooking energy to 80 percent of the population by 2034. This initiative
- [New Campaign Aimed at Restoring Mount Kilimanjaro's Snow Launched](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/new-campaign-aimed-at-restoring-mount-kilimanjaros-snow-launched/) - Dar es Salaam. The government, in partnership with environmental stakeholders, has launched a campaign to plant over 1.8 billion trees in the northern regions of the country, including the area surrounding Mount Kilimanjaro, aiming to combat the effects of climate change. Deputy Minister of Natural Resources and Tourism, Dunstan Kitandula, made this announcement yesterday in
- [New PPE Initiative Launched in Kenya to Safeguard Farmers from Pesticide Exposure](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/new-ppe-initiative-launched-in-kenya-to-safeguard-farmers-from-pesticide-exposure/) - Nairobi. Kenya has introduced a new range of cost-effective and comfortable personal protective clothing, essential for safe crop protection handling. This new protective gear was launched on Wednesday, August 21, 2024, by Kenya's Pest Control Products Board (PCPB) in collaboration with the International Centre for Personal Protective Equipment (ICPPE) at the University of Maryland Eastern
- [NEMC to Empower Local Communities with Education on Plastic Packaging Hazards](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/nemc-strengthens-grassroots-campaign-against-plastic-packaging-through-community-education/) - Dar es Salaam. The National Environment Management Council (NEMC) has identified the community's limited understanding of the environmental and health impacts of plastic packaging as a key factor contributing to the continued secret production and use of these materials. This lack of awareness stems from a focus solely on the perceived benefits of plastic packaging,
- [The silent health crisis in Dar es Salaam's food markets and the resulting revenue losses](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/the-silent-health-crisis-in-dar-es-salaams-food-markets-and-the-resulting-revenue-losses/) - Dar es Salaam. According to the Local Government (District Authorities) Act No. 7 of 1982, the primary duty of Local Government Authorities (LGAs) is to protect and promote public health, including preventing and managing outbreaks of diseases. A report by the Controller and Auditor General (CAG) titled "Performance Audit Report on the control of hygienic
- [EAC WASH project concluded successful](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/eac-wash-project-concluded-successful/) - The Water Sanitation and Hygiene (WASH) Project which was being implemented in East Africa by several partners has been completed successful. A statement issued recently said the project has reached over fine million people especially those living in border communities. The project was being implemented jointly by the East African Community (EAC), International Organization for
- [Inspiring story of Aga Khan Mzizima students on climate action field trip to Morogoro](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/inspiring-story-of-aga-khan-mzizima-students-on-climate-action-field-trip-to-morogoro/) - Morogoro. On July 23rd, 26 students from Aga Khan Mzizima Secondary School, Dar es Salaam embarked on an educational field trip to Morogoro. The primary aim was to provide a hands-on learning experience that would deepen their understanding and engagement with climate action. While sustainable development forms a crucial part of the curriculum at Aga
- [Experts expound environmental significance of mangroves](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/experts-expound-environmental-significance-of-mangroves/) - Pwani. Residents living in coastal areas have been advised to take good care of mangrove given their importance in marine environment conservation. The advice was given recently by the Conservation Officer from the Tanzania Forest Services Agency (TFS) in Mkuranga District, Pwani region, Mwanahawa Matimbwa. She made the remarks recently during the World Mangrove Day
- [Environmental Stakeholders Urge Comprehensive Solid Waste Management](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/environmental-stakeholders-urge-comprehensive-solid-waste-management/) - Dar es Salaam. Environmental sanitation stakeholders have called for establishment of eco-systems for management of solid waste in the country.They have pointed out that the main reasons solid waste has become a problem is non-enforcement of environmental laws, shortage of recycling experts, a lack of accurate data on waste collection and weak management throughout the
- [Tanzania begins training energy experts in push towards renewable energy goals by 2045](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tanzania-begins-training-energy-experts-in-push-towards-renewable-energy-goals-by-2045/) - Dar es Salaam. Tanzania has initiated the training of its energy experts as a significant step towards producing over 1,000 megawatts of renewable energy by 2045, aimed at enhancing the national grid's capacity. To achieve this ambitious target, India, the United States, and Tanzania have agreed to collaborate in exchanging expertise and training specialists from
- [NEMC issues ultimatum for environmental impact compliance](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/nemc-issues-ultimatum-for-environmental-impact-compliance/) - Dar es Salaam. The National Environment Management Council (NEMC) has mandated that all projects without Environmental Impact Assessments (EIAs), and those with assessment certificates must provide annual feedback as required by law. NEMC emphasized that project owners and leaders of non-evaluated projects must comply, as the council will begin inspections in August 2024. Additionally, starting
- [Seaweed farming: Stakeholders seek solutions to boost industry](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/seaweed-farming-stakeholders-seek-solutions-to-boost-industry/) - Dar es Salaam. Stakeholders and seaweed farmers gathered to discuss the various challenges faced in the production of seaweed, with the government welcoming their recommendations. The meeting, organized by the World Wildlife Fund (WWF), took place at the Mlimani City conference hall on June 5, 2024. During the two-hour session, participants identified technology, pricing, middlemen,
- [Request for Alternative Energy to Preserve Udzungwa Mountains National Park](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/request-for-alternative-energy-to-preserve-udzungwa-mountains-national-park/) - Morogoro. Residents of villages bordering the Udzungwa Mountains National Park have requested the government, in collaboration with stakeholders, to provide them with alternative cooking energy sources to tame the excessive use of firewood and charcoal, which contributes to deforestation. The request came after conservation education provided to them funded by USAID's Tuhifadhi -Maliasili program. Salma
- [Biteko: Make fishing industry tick for wellbeing of economy](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/biteko-make-fishing-industry-tick-for-wellbeing-of-economy/) - Dar es Salaam. Stakeholders involved in the fish industry should come up with strategies aimed at increasing productivity and hence income. The call was made in Dar es Salaam by the Deputy Prime Minister, Dr Doto Biteko, when he addressed stakeholders from the continent’s fisheries sector in their meeting in Dar es Salaam. Over 400
- [TARI research indigenous seed to help paddy farmers increase output](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tari-conducting-research-on-flood-tolerant-rice-farming/) - The Tanzania Agricultural Research Institute (TARI) is conducting a research on flood-tolerant rice varieties which aims at help farmer mitigate losses caused by climate change. The research also involves registering indigenous plant seeds and making them available in agricultural seed stores so that farmers who need them can easily access them. Under the current system
- [Unsegregated Household Waste and Its Contribution to Environmental Pollution](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/unsegregated-household-waste-and-its-contribution-to-environmental-pollution/) - Dar es Salaam. At 9:30 pm, Mariam Rashid (35) walks anxiously through her neighborhood in Vingunguti, Dar es Salaam, holding a large bundle of waste in her hand. After a five-minute walk, she arrives at a crossroads, looks around to make sure no one is watching, and then dumps the bundle in the area and walks away quickly.
- [Empowering Tanzanian Women: Clean Cooking Energy in the Face of Climate Change](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/empowering-tanzanian-women-clean-cooking-energy-in-the-face-of-climate-change/) - Prepared by Upendo Mwakyusa Climate change poses significant risks to women in Africa and particularly Tanzania from family levels to society levels, level in terms of economic, social, and health implications. As the impacts of climate change intensify, women in Africa are disproportionately affected due to their roles in the household and society. According to
- [Building a Sustainable Future: Harnessing Children's Potential in Climate Initiatives](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/building-a-sustainable-future-harnessing-childrens-potential-in-climate-initiatives/) - Dar es Salaam. In the year 2124, it's conceivable that none of us currently alive will still be here. Nonetheless, this doesn't imply an absence of people; on the contrary, there's an estimation that there will be even more individuals than in 2024. Looking specifically at Tanzania, the 2022 census data released by the National
- [Urgent Action Needed: 90 Days to Ensure Safe Disposal of Hazardous Waste in Healthcare Centers](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/urgent-action-needed-90-days-to-ensure-safe-disposal-of-hazardous-waste-in-healthcare-centers/) - Dar es Salaam. 90 days have been given to health service facilities including dispensaries to ensure they have specific areas for incinerating hazardous waste; failure to comply may lead to service suspension. Those lacking such areas are required to ensure their waste is collected by registered contractors tasked with hazardous waste disposal, not household waste
- [Kilwa's Collaborative Approach to Ocean Management, Strengthening Marine Stewardship](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/kilwas-collaborative-approach-to-ocean-management-strengthening-marine-stewardship/) - Lindi. Kilwa District Council in Lindi Region has launched a special project aimed to execute collaborative initiatives of fisheries and the coastal environment to significantly improve ocean management and boost the community’s economy. The strategic initiative will involve extensive research, empowering community members with the knowledge and methods necessary to enhance ocean management and amplify
- [A New Government Strategy on Empowering Villages through Wildlife Conservation](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/a-new-government-strategy-on-empowering-villages-through-wildlife-conservation/) - Dar es Salaam: The government has devised strategies to ensure that problematic wildlife, such as elephants, are seen not as nuisances but as opportunities in villages with wildlife corridors, encouraging local communities to participate in their conservation. These strategies have emerged at a time when incidents of wildlife entering human settlements and causing damage are
- [Sh38 billion to benefit small-scale farmers, tackle climate change](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/sh38-billion-to-benefit-small-scale-farmers-tackle-climate-change/) - The severity of current climate change challenges continues to concern many nations, prompting efforts to find solutions, including funding, encouraging, and enabling in climate adaptation methods. That happen when climate change is said to have numerous impacts, particularly on agricultural activities, which serve as the backbone of many populations, including Tanzania's. In response to this,
- [Government Takes Steps to Strengthen Climate Resilience in Agriculture    ](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/government-takes-steps-to-strengthen-climate-resilience-in-agriculture/) - Dar es Salaam. In an effort to mitigate, adapt to, and build resilience to the effects of climate change in the country, the government has devised various strategies, including increasing the use of technology and conducting environmental and social impact assessments of the phenomenon. These strategies are the implementation of the Climate Change Resilience Plan
- [Expert: Inadequate Drainage Systems Fuel Dar es Salaam Flooding                                                                                                            ](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/expert-inadequate-drainage-systems-fuel-dar-es-salaam-flooding/) - Dar es Salaam. Climate change expert from the University of Dar es Salaam, Prof Pius Yanda, has advised the government to expand roadside drains to accommodate the increased volume of water flowing during heavy rains to prevent flooding that affects residents. He offered this advice as the country, particularly Dar es Salaam, has been experiencing
- [Assistance Extended to 41,462 Flood Victims along the Coast](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/assistance-extended-to-41462-flood-victims-along-the-coast/) - Coast. 41,462 flood victims in the Rufiji, Kibiti, Lindi, Kilwa Malinyi, Katavi, and Morogoro Municipality areas are poised to receive crucial humanitarian aid to alleviate their suffering. The aid has been mobilized following a generous contribution of £200,000 by the United Kingdom, equivalent to Sh649.6 million, aimed at assisting victims of floods triggered by incessant
- [Study Reveals Presence of Harmful Chemicals in Recycled Plastics](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/study-reveals-presence-of-harmful-chemicals-in-recycled-plastics/) - A recent study conducted across 13 countries, including Tanzania, has revealed a concerning discovery: recycled plastics may harbor traces of harmful chemicals. Dorah Swai, the Executive Director of AGENDA, emphasized that if packaging materials containing pesticides are recycled, the toxins from these chemicals could infiltrate the recycled products, giving rise to new hazardous compounds detrimental
- [Clarity on Carbon Offset Forest Ownership in Kituti to Mgolo, Ulanga](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/clarity-on-carbon-offset-forest-ownership-in-kituti-to-mgolo-ulanga/) - Dar es Salaam. In the latest session of the Tanzanian Parliament, Member of Parliament for Ulanga, Salim Alaudin Hasham, posed a crucial question regarding the ownership of the carbon offset forest spanning from Kituti to Mgolo. Hasham's query, directed at the Minister of Natural Resources and Tourism, Angella Kairuki, sought clarity on when the government
- [UNDP's Small Grants Program to Boost Biodiversity Conservation across Tanzania](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/undps-small-grants-program-to-boost-biodiversity-conservation-across-tanzania/) - Dar es Salaam. The Global Environment Facility (GEF) Small Grants Program, managed by the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP), is set to inject USD 1.6 million (equivalent to Sh4.04 billion) into 44 Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) throughout Tanzania Mainland. The funding aims to support community-based projects focused on biodiversity conservation under the 7th Operational Phase
- [Rising scourge of e-waste a 'catastrophe' for environment: UN](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/rising-scourge-of-e-waste-a-catastrophe-for-environment-un/) - Paris. The world threw away a record amount of smartphones, televisions and other electrical devices in 2022, the UN said Wednesday, warning this avalanche of dumped gadgets was polluting the planet. Less than one quarter of the 62 million tonnes of e-waste produced in 2022 was recycled, resulting in heavy metals, plastics and toxic chemicals
- [The Tanzanian Turtle Initiative, a Blueprint for Marine Conservation launched](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/the-tanzanian-turtle-initiative-a-blueprint-for-marine-conservation-launched-2/) - Coast. The government, through the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries, has launched the “National Action Plan for the Conservation of Marine Turtles”, slated to be implemented over five years from 2024 to 2029. This comprehensive plan, developed in collaboration with various stakeholders in marine affairs, is expected to be executed with an estimated budget of
- [Unleashing female leadership, a path to progress](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/unleashing-female-leadership-a-path-to-progress/) - Dar es Salaam. Professor Kitila Mkumbo, the Minister of State in the Office of the President (Planning and Investment), emphasized the necessity of empowering women for the betterment of the world. He highlighted that women possess many qualities and attributes that make them natural leaders, often surpassing their male counterparts. Professor Kitila made these remarks
- [Breaking Barriers: Masai Women defy gender steereotypes to thrive in the milk value chain](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/breaking-barriers-masai-women-defy-gender-steereotypes-to-thrive-in-the-milk-value-chain/) - Dar es Salaam. Happy Longei is standing at the cowshed in Mswakini Village, Babati District, at 6:15 pm with three gourds of milk. She has just completed milking her cows. Happy owned no cattle a year ago, but now she is part of the women estimated to own 2.7 percent of the cattle in Tanzania,
- [TANAPA cites at business interests, lack of patriotism as factors behind case against REGROW project](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tanapa-cites-at-business-interests-lack-of-patriotism-as-factors-behind-case-against-regrow-project/) - Dar es Salaam. Tanzania National Parks Authority (TANAPA) has said business interests are behind a case which has been filed against the major tourism improvement project in the southern circuit. This was said in Dar es Salaam today by the Tanzania Conservation Commissioner, Mussa Kuji, when briefing journalists in a meeting arranged by the Treasurer
- [TFS plans to restore 5.2 million hectares of forests by 2030](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tfs-plans-to-restore-5-2-million-hectares-of-forests-by-2030/) - Dar es Salaam. Tanzania Forestry Services Agency (TFS) is implementing plans which aims at ensuring restoration of 5.2 million hectares of forests by 2030 as a commitment the country made during a prominent continental meeting known as AFR100. TFA Chief Executive Officer, Prof Dosantos Silayo told journalists in Dar es Salaam recently that the undertaking
- [TFS roots for just, responsible, accountable carbon trade](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tfs-roots-for-just-responsible-accountable-carbon-trade/) - Dar es Salaam. Tanzania Forestry Services Agency (TFS) has called for international carbon trade which takes into consideration interests of all parties. The call was made in Dar es Salaam today by TFS Chief Executive Officer, Prof Dosantos Silayo when briefing the media on the performance of the Agency in the last three years. “This
- [Plastic Pollution Plagues Dar Beaches, Infuriating Business Owners](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/plastic-pollution-plagues-dar-beaches-infuriating-business-owners/) - Despite significant efforts by the government and environmental stakeholders to maintain cleanliness on the beaches of Dar es Salaam, the situation remains contentious, adversely impacting small-scale investors in these areas. A report by the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN) on plastic and coastal communities in the country in 2021 indicates that while 40
- [Revolutionizing Cooking Practices: Pika Kijanja' Initiative Takes Off in Tanzania](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/revolutionizing-cooking-practices-pika-kijanja-initiative-takes-off-in-tanzania/) - In a concerted effort to combat health hazards stemming from the use of unsafe cooking energy sources, stakeholders in Tanzania have initiated the 'Pika Kijanja' campaign. This campaign, spearheaded by the Tanzania Broadcasting Corporation (TBC) in collaboration with various partners, sets out to enhance access to clean cooking energy, particularly targeting women across the country.
- [The Intersection of Plastics and Climate Change](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/the-intersection-of-plastics-and-climate-change/) - In our modern world, plastics have become an integral part of everyday life, permeating various aspects of our existence. Unfortunately, the enduring nature of plastics has led to the widespread accumulation of plastic waste in the Earth's oceans, forming vast gyres comprised of billions of tons of discarded items such as food containers, water bottles,
- [Unrecognized Heroes: Challenges Faced by Waste Collectors and the Urgency of EPR](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/unrecognized-heroes-challenges-faced-by-waste-collectors-and-the-urgency-of-epr/) - Dar es Salaam. Due to the absence of specific legislation holding voluntary plastic product producers accountable in Tanzania, youths engaged in informal Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) initiatives in the sector continue to face mistreatment. Despite their voluntary efforts and meager earnings, these individuals, mostly youth, confront significant challenges within society due to the lack of
- [Plastic Dilemma: Close Look at Economic Advancements and Environmental Setbacks](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/plastic-dilemma-close-look-at-economic-advancements-and-environmental-setbacks/) - Dar es Salaam. The surge in plastic usage parallels the expansion of the economy, according to insights from Professor Aurelia Kamuzora, a Senior Economist at Mzumbe University. When queried about the escalating value of imported plastic in the country, she highlighted a significant increase reported by the Bank of Tanzania (BoT). In the fiscal year
- [ATN Advocates for Inclusive Trade Policies Ahead of WTO MC13](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/atn-advocates-for-inclusive-trade-policies-ahead-of-wto-mc13/) - Dar es Salaam. In anticipation of the Thirteenth Ministerial Conference of the World Trade Organization (WTO MC13), the Africa Trade Network (ATN) is making waves with its impassioned call for trade policies that empower African economies. As the global community converges in Abu Dhabi from 26th to 29th February 2024 for this critical conference, ATN's
- [Government Urged to Develop Sustainable Solutions for Human-Wildlife Conflicts](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/government-urged-to-develop-sustainable-solutions-for-human-wildlife-conflicts/) - The imperative need for the Tanzanian government and conservation stakeholders to devise sustainable strategies promoting harmonious coexistence between humans and wildlife within wildlife corridors has been emphasized. This advice comes from Human-Wildlife Conflict Expert, John Noronha, who presented insights on these conflicts to journalists affiliated with the Tanzania Environmental Journalists Association (JET) in Bagamoyo, Pwani
- [Government Adopts Initiatives to Enhance Tourism in Tanzania](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/government-adopts-initiatives-to-enhance-tourism-in-tanzania/) - In a bid to bolster the tourism industry, the Tanzanian government, under the Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism, has unveiled two key strategies: Conservation and Promotion. The primary objectives are to foster growth in the tourism sector, elevate national income, and generate employment opportunities. John Mapepele, Head of the Communication Unit at the Ministry
- [Unifying Forces: Government and NGOs Join Hands to Tackle Climate Change Impact in Wildlife Corridors](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/government-urged-to-employ-strategies-to-resolve-human-wildlife-conflict/) - To effectively address the challenges arising from climate change and the ensuing conflicts between animals and humans in wildlife corridors, collaborative efforts between governments and non-governmental organizations (NGOs) are imperative. Urging government intervention, Dr Elikana Ngallaba, the Private Sector Engagement Manager in the USAID Environmental Conservation Project from the RTI organization, provided valuable insights during
- [Environmental Stakeholders Join Forces to Tackle Plastic Pollution](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/environmental-stakeholders-join-forces-to-tackle-plastic-pollution/) - Dar es Salaam. Environmental advocates in Tanzania are on a mission to save the environment by focusing on the collection of plastic bottles, including colored ones that significantly contribute to environmental pollution. During a meeting with the collectors held on February 16, 2023 in Dar es Salaam, Nicholas Ambwene, the Coordinator of the Coalition of
- [Maasai Steppe Chapter Emerges as a Beacon of Global Ecosystem Restoration](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/harnessing-indigenous-wisdom-maasai-steppe-chapter-emerges-as-a-beacon-of-global-ecosystem-restoration/) - Dar es Salaam, Bonn-Germany. In a significant stride towards community-led conservation and sustainable development, the Global Landscapes Forum's (GLFx) network of chapters, one of the GLF's programs welcomes the Maasai Steppe chapter, an initiative spearheaded by the Tanzania Conservation and Community Empowerment Initiative (TACCEI). This marks a historic moment as the first initiative from Tanzania joins
- [Tanzania's Urban Resilience in Confronting Emissions and Spearheading Sustainable Plastic Waste Management](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tanzanias-urban-resilience-in-confronting-emissions-and-spearheading-sustainable-plastic-waste-management/) - Dar es Salaam. At COP28 Multilevel Action Day on December 06, Tanzania showcased commitment to the net zero agenda. With over 40 ministers and environmental stakeholders present, the event emphasized the pivotal role of cities, responsible for 75 percent of global greenhouse emissions. Discussions probed into innovative strategies spanning waste, transportation, water, buildings and the
- [Threat to Tanzania's Indigenous Trees an Urgent Calls for Conservation](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/the-threat-to-tanzanias-indigenous-trees-an-urgent-calls-for-conservation/) - Coast Region. Tanzania's is grappling with a perilous situation as indigenous trees face the risk of extinction. The alarm was sounded by Reuben Magandi, the Conservation Officer of the Tanzania Forest Services Agency (TFS), during a recent training session organized by the Environmental Journalists of Tanzania (JET). Magandi emphasized that concerted efforts are required to
- [JET's Environmental Training Equips Journalists for Conservation Reporting](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/jets-environmental-training-equips-journalists-for-conservation-reporting/) - Bagamoyo. The Journalists Environmental Association of Tanzania (JET) is presently conducting a specialized two-day training for journalists, aimed at enriching their understanding of corridor conservation issues, specifically addressing Illegal Forest Crime, Wildlife Crime, Climate Change, Gender, and biodiversity conservation. Taking place in Bagamoyo District, Coast Region, the training has drawn participation from 20 journalists representing
- [Investments to improve coal loading at Mtwara Port on the cards](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/investments-to-improve-coal-loading-at-mtwara-port-on-the-cards/) - Mtwara. For long time Mtwara Port and NEMC – the environment watchdog in the country have been wrangling over handling of coal at the part as being the cause of environment stress but that situation is about to end thanks to the Mtwara Port decision to invest in new system of loading coal. Mtwara Port
- [Finance, Green Economies, and Reform: Unveiling Africa's Blueprint at the ECA Conference](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/finance-green-economies-and-reform-unveiling-africas-blueprint-at-the-eca-conference/) - Dar es Salaam. In a momentous occasion, Mr Claver Gatete, the UN Under-Secretary-General and Executive Secretary of the Economic Commission for Africa (ECA), held his introductory press conference on Monday, February 12, 2024 about the upcoming conference. Alongside him was the Minister of Finance of Zimbabwe, Mthuli Ncube, marking the commencement of preparations for the
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- [Dar es Salaam Waste Warriors: Turning Waste into Opportunity](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/dar-es-salaam-waste-warriors-turning-waste-into-opportunity-2/) - Even before the Waste to Zero initiative was launched at the COP28 Climate Change conference in December 2023, an inspiring group of women in Dar es Salaam have been spearheading an approach that is tackling the waste crisis in the city by transforming waste into opportunities.The women are members of a cooperative in Kimara which
- [A Look into a Sustainable Future: The UN Chief on Climate Change Calls for Bold Action to Save the Planet](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/a-look-into-a-sustainable-future-the-un-chief-on-climate-change-calls-for-bold-action-to-save-the-planet/) - Baku, Azerbaijan. The Executive Secretary of the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), Simon Stiell, delivered a stirring speech at a conference in Baku, Azerbaijan, setting the stage for the 29th UN Climate Conference (COP29). Stiell's address focused on the urgency of departing from business-as-usual and outlined a transformative vision of the world's future,
- [Why Africa must reject the Mattei Plan](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/why-africa-must-reject-the-mattei-plan-greetings-from-nairobi/) - By Fadhel Kaboub Greetings from Nairobi. I am troubled by the number of African presidents, prime ministers, and senior officials who skipped the G77+China South Summit in Kampala last week, but flocked to Rome this week when they were summoned by the Italian prime minister Giorgia Meloni to attend the Italy-Africa Summit to be presented with
- [Dar es Salaam Waste Warriors: Turning Waste into Opportunity](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/dar-es-salaam-waste-warriors-turning-waste-into-opportunity/) - Even before the Waste to Zero initiative was launched at the COP28 Climate Change conference in December 2023, an inspiring group of women in Dar es Salaam have been spearheading an approach that is tackling the waste crisis in the city by transforming waste into opportunities.The women are members of a cooperative in Kimara which
- [How misinformation Hindering Ngorongoro Residents' Relocation Process](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/how-misinformation-hindering-ngorongoro-residents-relocation-process/) - The Tanzanian government has expressed concern over the spread of misinformation by some activists, creating fear among residents and impeding the voluntary relocation process from the Ngorongoro Conservation Area (NCAA). Director of Information and Government Spokesperson Mobhare Matinyi, addressed the issue in Msomera Village, Handeni District, Tanga Region, during a press briefing on a tour
- [The Looming US "Carbon Bomb": A Critical Test for Biden's Climate Commitment](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/the-looming-us-carbon-bomb-a-critical-test-for-bidens-climate-commitment/) - US. In a momentous agreement last month in Dubai, governments worldwide pledged to transition away from fossil fuels, recognizing the urgent need to address the escalating climate crisis. Now, the Biden administration is confronted with a defining test of its commitment to this scientific imperative – a colossal proposed expansion of liquefied natural gas (LNG)
- [Environmental Pollution: Hindering Economic Growth, Boosting Zero Waste Solutions](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/environmental-pollution-hindering-economic-growth-boosting-zero-waste-solutions/) - Dar es Salaam. In a candid statement, Mkana Mohamed, the Head of the Environment Department at Temeke Municipal, sounded the alarm on the adverse effects of environmental pollution on economic development. Mohamed contends that the financial resources currently allocated to treating illnesses resulting from pollution represent a significant impediment to individual and governmental economic growth.
- [Jafo calls for expedited adaptation fund accreditation](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/jafo-calls-for-expedited-adaptation-fund-accreditation/) - Dar es Salaam. The Minister of State in the Vice President Office (Union and Environment), Dr Selemani Jafo, called for Global Center on Adaptation (GCA) to complete the process of obtaining the second accreditation for the National Conservation and Environmental Management Council (NEMC). According to environmental experts, the process will enable NEMC to get funds
- [Tanzania takeout from COP28](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tanzania-takeout-from-cop28/) - Dar es Salaam. The minister listed eleven key takeaways by nation following the conclusion of the 28th Conference of Member States of the United Nations Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC-COP28), which took place in Dubai, United Arab Emirates (UAE), on December 13, 2023. Minister of State in the Vice President's Office (Union and Environment) Selemani
- [Turning Trash into Treasure: Kibasila School leads the way in sustainable waste management](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/turning-trash-into-treasure-kibasila-school-leads-the-way-in-sustainable-waste-management/) - Dar es Salaam. Imagine a school where environmental care isn't just a subject in a textbook but a vibrant reality woven into the fabric of everyday life. At Kibasila Secondary School in Dar es Salaam, that's exactly the case. Led by the "Zero Waste Project," an innovative initiative by the Environment Plus Institute and TCCI
- [COP28 resolutions: “Beginning of the end” of fossil fuel](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/cop28-resolutions-beginning-of-the-end-of-fossil-fuel/) - Dar es Salaam. The 28th meeting of parties to the United Nations Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC-COP28) closed today with an agreement that signals the “beginning of the end” of the fossil fuel era by laying the groundwork for a swift, just, and equitable transition, underpinned by deep emissions cuts and scaled-up finance. ”For the
- [Tanzania’s perspective on the Global Pact on Transforming Agriculture, Food Systems](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tanzanias-perspective-on-the-global-pact-on-transforming-agriculture-food-systems/) - Dar es Salaam. The COP28 UAE Declaration on Sustainable Agriculture, Resilient Food Systems, and Climate Action underscores the urgent need for global collaboration in the face of escalating climate threats to agriculture. Tanzania is among 152 countries that endorses the declaration on the ongoing summit held in Dubai, United Arab Emirate for the 28th Conference
- [Africa skeptical as COP28 unfolds expectations](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/africa-skeptical-as-cop28-unfolds-expectations/) - Dar es Salaam. The African Group of Negotiators on Climate Change (AGN) doubted whether the 28th meeting of Parties to the United Nations Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC-COP28) will meet Africa’s expectations, as there are only hours left before the meeting is over. The ongoing meeting in Dubai is expected to end on December 12,
- [Tanzania agriculture: Inspiring Resilience and Global Sustainability Initiatives](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tanzania-agriculture-inspiring-resilience-and-global-sustainability-initiatives/) - Dar es Salaam. The African Development Bank (AfDB) hosted a side event titled "Post Dakar 2 African Initiatives for Food Sovereignty and Resilience: Lessons Learned and Perspectives," shedding light on Tanzania's strides in agricultural development. The Southern Agricultural Growth Corridor of Tanzania (SAGCOT) CEO, Geofrey Kirenga, took the stage to emphasize the pivotal role of
- [Experts call for justification of Financing for Nature-Based Solutions](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/experts-call-for-justification-of-financing-for-nature-based-solutions/) - Dar es Salaam. Experts from Multilateral Development Banks (MDBs) call for a shift in perspective towards considering the "cost of inaction" as a valuable reminder of the importance of investing in nature-based solutions (NbS). While NbS are increasingly recognized as cost-effective and sustainable approaches to addressing environmental challenges like climate change, securing funding remains a
- [COP28: Tanzanian women and integrated efforts for climate change](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/cop28-tanzanian-women-and-integrated-efforts-for-climate-change/) - COP28: Tanzanian women and integrated efforts for climate change Dar es Salaam. There are a few days left until the end of the 28th Conference of Member States of the United Nations Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC-COP28) in Dubai, United Arab Emirate, which will be concluded on December 12, 2023. Resolutions and parties’ positions have
- [Maasai women see increased GBV as climate change affects their livelihoods](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/maasai-women-see-increased-gbv-as-climate-change-affects-their-livelihoods/) - Arusha. Before drought hits Lumbwa Village in Longido District, Arusha Region, life for the 23-year-old Naishoki Palagiki was okay. No problem at all. But after three years her life changed completely as cattle they were depending on died due to absence of pasture and water due to prolonged drought that hardly hit the entire northern
- [“Climate change is a health crisis" stakeholders discuss ways forward](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/climate-change-is-a-health-crisis-stakeholders-discuss-ways-forward/) - Dar es Salaam. Health stakeholders pointed out that climate change has a direct impact on health, service provision, and nutrition, so urgent efforts are needed to deal with these problems. This emerged at the health side event at the level of health ministers from member countries of the World Health Organization (WHO) at the 28th
- [MDBs join forces at COP28, paving way for Global Climate Resilience](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/mdbs-join-forces-at-cop28-paving-way-for-global-climate-resilience-2/) - The 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28) held annually under the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), has this year convened against the backdrop of escalating climate concerns and burgeoning global initiatives aimed at curbing environmental degradation. COP summits serve as crucial platforms for nations, organizations, and stakeholders to converge and strategize on climate
- [COP 28 commerce as the leaders insisted on unity, consistent to find the common ground](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/cop-28-commerce-as-the-leaders-insisted-on-unity-consistent-to-find-the-common-ground/) - Dar es Salaam. The 28th United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC – COP28) has officially begun, and Sultan Al Jaber, the chief executive of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company, has taken the gavel from his predecessor, COP27 President Sameh Shoukry, to officially inaugurate the climate talks. Sultan Al Jaber who is a
- [How sea cucumber farming is transforms lives of Tanzanians](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/how-sea-cucumber-farming-is-transforms-lives-of-tanzanians/) - Low production cost. One might think that farming sea cucumbers is expensive. But in fact what is required is construction of a cage and purchase of its chicks. According to available market information, a kilo of sea cucumber is sold at between Sh150,000 and Sh350,000 depending on its quality. Name any one crop which fetches
- [Tanzania position at COP28](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tanzania-position-at-cop28/) - Dar es Salaam. Climate financing in considering the effects of climate change, a joint fund for loss and damages, the use of clean and integrated energy and gender debate that gives priority to women have been mentioned as the country's positions in COP 28. The position have been mentioned when Tanzania and other countries are participating
- [COP 28 commerce as the leaders insisted on unity, consistent to find the common ground](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/cop-28-commerce-as-the-leaders-insisted-on-unity-consistent-to-find-the-common-ground-2/) - The 28th United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC – COP28) has officially begun, and Sultan Al Jaber, the chief executive of the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company, has taken the gavel from his predecessor, COP27 President Sameh Shoukry, to officially inaugurate the climate talks.Sultan Al Jaber who is a United Arab Emirate (UAE)
- [How Tanzania is  going to realize Climate-Smart Agriculture (CSA)  ](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/how-tanzania-is-going-to-realize-climate-smart-agriculture-csa/) - Dar es Salaam. As word gathers in Dubai for the COP28 climate summit, stakeholders explain how Tanzania is going to achieve climate-smart agriculture (CSA). After the Africa Climate Summit (the Nairobi Summit 2023) that commenced in September, Minister of State in Vice President's Office Union and Environment Dr Suleiman Jafo said African countries, including Tanzania, will
- [Tanzanians warned against bushmeat consumption](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tanzanians-warned-against-bushmeat-consumption/) - Tanzanians warned against bushmeat consumption Tanzanians should exercise caution when dealing with bush meat as there is considerable possibility of contracting zoonotic diseases which might lead to pandemic. The warning was issued recently by experts during a webinar which brought together participants from East Africa Region. Presentation made during the webinar show that wildlife borne
- ['Africa Needs Low-Emission Growth, not Just Decarbonization'](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/africa-needs-low-emission-growth-not-just-decarbonization/) - Professor Anthony Nyong: Africa Needs Low-Emission Growth, not Just Decarbonization Director of Climate Change and Green Growth at African Development Bank, Professor Anthony Nyong, emphasized that Africa's primary challenge lies in achieving low-emission growth rather than pursuing decarbonization, as the continent is not yet heavily carbonized. Nyong underscored the importance of prioritizing agriculture over energy,
- [MDB4e advancing gender-responsive climate finance in Africa](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/mdb4e-advancing-gender-responsive-climate-finance-in-africa/) - Experts underscore the intrinsic links between gender equality, climate action, and financial inclusion saying the imperative lies in collective action, innovation, and policy advocacy to realize a sustainable, gender-responsive climate future in Africa. The call was made earlier today during the MDB4e session, a significant side event converged to discuss the paramount issue of fostering
- [Traditions and customs lead in preserving Africa's biodiversity](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/traditions-and-customs-lead-in-preserving-africas-biodiversity/) - Traditions and customs lead in preserving Africa's biodiversity Brazzaville. Indigenous women living in forest communities in Africa said that traditions and customs are the main way they use to conserve biodiversity that exists in the forests around them. They said one of the traditions is that a woman is not allowed to eat every meat found
- [Revolutionizing African Finance: Innovations explored at COP28 side event](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/revolutionizing-african-finance-innovations-explored-at-cop28-side-event/) - Revolutionizing African Finance: Innovations explored at COP28 side event AS the climate crisis continues to grip the world's attention, discussions at the 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28) have expanded beyond environmental strategies to include innovative financial solutions. A groundbreaking dialogue held as a side event for COP28 shed light on the role of finance
- [MDBs join forces at COP28, paving way for Global Climate Resilience](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/mdbs-join-forces-at-cop28-paving-way-for-global-climate-resilience/) - MDBs join forces at COP28, paving way for Global Climate Resilience The 28th Conference of the Parties (COP28) held annually under the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), has this year convened against the backdrop of escalating climate concerns and burgeoning global initiatives aimed at curbing environmental degradation. COP summits serve as crucial platforms
- [COP28: Tanzanian Pastoral Woman Wins Climate Adaptation Award in Dubai](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/cop28-tanzanian-pastoral-woman-wins-climate-adaptation-award-in-dubai/) - Tanzanian woman Maanda Ngoitiko scooped an award in the Women in Leadership category for her efforts to enhance Indigenous pastoralist women’s leadership capabilities and build women’s capacity to achieve equality as decision-makers in pastoralist societies. The recognition by the Global Center on Adaptation (GCA) sees four winners of the 2023 Local Adaptation Champions Awards from
- [The government seeks Sh4.5 trillion for green agriculture reforms](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/the-government-seeks-sh4-5-trillion-for-green-agriculture-reforms/) - The government seeks Sh4.5 trillion for green agriculture reforms Tanzania needs $1.8 billion (Sh4.5 trillion) to implement seven-year "green agriculture reforms “aimed at dealing with climate change. In a strategic agricultural meeting on December 4, 2023, organized by the Ministry of Agriculture and various development stakeholders, the governments showed opportunities for green-grown transformation in an
- [Challenges, opportunities of Coconuts farming in Southern East Tanzania  ](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/challenges-opportunities-of-coconuts-farming-in-southern-east-tanzania/) - Challenges, opportunities of Coconuts farming in Southern East Tanzania By Haika Kimaro Mtwara. Cashewnuts and sesame are major crops which come to mind of many people when talking about commercial agriculture in Mtwara and Lindi regions. Many people are not aware that coconut farming is one of major undertaking by many people in the two
- [Clean energy proposal: Direction for Africa countries](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/clean-energy-proposal-direction-for-africa-countries/) - Clean energy proposal: Direction for Africa countries By Halili Letea Dar es Salaam. The President of Tanzania, Samia Suluhu Hassan, has given directions for a clean cooking energy proposal at the African level in the implementation Africa Women Clean Cooking Support Programme (AWCCSP), which aims at recommending an alternative cooking energy. According to her the
- [Deep well without infrastructure serves no purpose to villagers](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/deep-well-without-infrastructure-serves-no-purpose-to-villagers/) - It takes a four hours journey from Dar es Salaam to Njia Nne village in Kilwa District, Lindi Region. Then, you have to use a motor bike for a 50-minute trip before you arrive at Nahama village in Namayuni ward to witness a serious water shortage problem facing the villagers. Nahama, with total population of
- [Experts explained why funding for climate change may not be useful in bridging the gender gap](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/experts-explained-why-funding-for-climate-change-may-not-be-useful-in-bridging-the-gender-gap/) - Dar es Salaam. When the loss and damage fund was activated for the first time with nearly $400 million (Sh1 trillion) pledges, stakeholders doubted the effectiveness of those funds in addressing the gender gap in developing countries. The Fund was first agreed upon during COP27, held in Sharm El Sheikh, Egypt, and aims to assist
- [Coal production puzzle: Production and export increase](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/coal-production-puzzle-production-and-export-increase/) - Coal production puzzle: Production and export increase
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- [COVID-19](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/covid-19/)
- [market](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/market/)
- [revenue losses](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/revenue-losses/)
- [pest](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/pest/)
- [PPE](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/ppe/)
- [UNFCCC](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/unfccc/)
- [Mpango](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/mpango/)
- [bodaboda](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/bodaboda/)
- [WHO](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/who/)
- [Road sadety](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/road-sadety/)
- [Hadzabe](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/hadzabe/)
- [Karatu](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/karatu/)
- [indigeneous tribe](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/indigeneous-tribe/)
- [WW](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/ww/)
- [irrigation](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/irrigation/)
- [Manyara](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/manyara/)
- [Dodoma](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/dodoma/)
- [e vehicle](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/e-vehicle/)
- [ocean](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/ocean/)
- [Zuhura Ahmad](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/zuhura-ahmad/)
- [glaciers](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/glaciers/)
- [garbage](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/garbage/)
- [zero wate](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/zero-wate/)
- [mahata](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/mahata/)
- [invasive weed](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/invasive-weed/)
- [Kongwa](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/kongwa/)
- [WWF](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/wwf/)
- [Pugu](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/pugu/)
- [Qatar](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/qatar/)
- [plastic pollution](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/plastic-pollution/)
- [Environmental day](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/environmental-day/)
- [PPR](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/ppr/)
- [vaccine](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/vaccine/)
- [CIFOR-ICRAF](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/cifor-icraf/)
- [GLF](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/glf/)
- [Masauni](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/masauni/)
- [TADB](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/tadb/)
- [Nanenane](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/nanenane/)
- [88](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/88/)
- [TDAB](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/tdab/)
- [PM](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/pm/)
- [Zanzibar](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/zanzibar/)
- [INC](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/inc/)
- [IPCC](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/ipcc/)
- [Nane Nane](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/nane-nane/)
- [lion](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/lion/)
- [extint](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/extint/)
- [AFDB](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/afdb/)
- [Climate resilience](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/climate-resilience/)
- [just transition](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/just-transition/)
- [justice](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/justice/)
- [milk](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/milk/)
- [COP30](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/cop30/)
- [agroecology](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/agroecology/)
- [loss](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/loss/)
- [damage](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/damage/)
- [loss and damage](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/loss-and-damage/)
- [far](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/far/)
- [farmers](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/farmers/)
- [sea](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/sea/)
- [nipefagio](https://habitatmedia.co.tz/tag/nipefagio/)