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Key issues emerge in the CEOs Forum 2025 as Tanzania pushes for public sector reform

ARUSHA, Sept. 4 -- INSIDE the iconic Simba Hall at the Arusha International Conference Centre (AICC), on August 23, 2025, the mood was both serious and ambitious. The Chairpersons and CEOs Forum 2025... Read More


AAFP presidential candidate pledges agricultural reforms

MOROGORO, Sept. 4 -- THE Alliance for African Farmers Party (AAFP) presidential candidate Mr Kunje Ngombale Mwiru has vowed to prioritise reforms in the agricultural sector and improve road infrastruc... Read More


WHAT'S INSIDE: KEY HIGHLIGHTS FROM NLD'S MANIFESTO

Dar es Salaam, Sept. 4 -- IN its 2025-2030 Election Manifesto, the National League for Democracy (NLD) party is poised to building a modern, inclusive and competitive economy by adding value to locall... Read More


No party mood behind the wheels

Dar es Salaam, Sept. 4 -- ELECTION season is here! The air is thick with chants, slogans and unfortunately a few too many drivers, who might not realise that extra caution is again required this time.... Read More


Govt recommends GST reduction from 12% to 5% on various medical equipment and supplies devices

India, Sept. 4 -- image credit- shutterstock The56thmeeting of the GST Council was held in New Delhiunder the chairpersonship of the Union Finance & Corporate Affairs Minister Nirmala Sitharaman.The ... Read More


Reveal HealthTech raises $7.2 M to power next wave of AI-driven healthcare

India, Sept. 4 -- Reveal HealthTech, a startup with operations in India and the US, has announced its $7.2 million Series A round led by Leo Capital with participation from Sanos Capital. Founded in ... Read More


C-CAMP and UK's Global AMR Innovation Fund announce new research call for startups

India, Sept. 4 -- Bengaluru-based Centre for Cellular and Molecular Platforms (C-CAMP) has announced a new research call, funded through the UK's Global AMR Innovation Fund (GAMRIF), to identify and d... Read More


China offers 1-year visa-free travel to Russian citizens

Dhaka, Sept. 4 -- China announced on Tuesday (September 3) that it would grant a visa exemption to Russian citizens holding ordinary passports for stays of up to 30 days, effective from September 15, ... Read More


Smoking dispute triggers attack on Shohag Paribahan counter and owner's home, say police

Dhaka, Sept. 4 -- Police attribute Wednesday night's attack on Shohagh Paribahan's Malibagh counter and the home of a co-owner to a smoking dispute. Investigators say several men smoking outside Ali H... Read More


Pawsome Getaways: 8 Simple Tips for a Stress-Free Holiday With Your Pet

Dhaka, Sept. 4 -- Taking your furry friend on holiday doesn't have to be stressful. With some planning, it can turn into an adventure filled with wagging tails and lasting memories. Whether you're ey... Read More