DODOMA, Nov. 17 -- THE Ministry of Health has expressed growing concern over the rising number of diabetes cases in the country, revealing that women continue to account for the majority of those diagnosed.

According to DHIS2 national health data covering July 2024 to June 2025, more than 200,000 patients who attended health facilities during this period were diagnosed with diabetes.

The total caseload increased sharply from 814,449 cases recorded between July 2023 and June 2024 to 863,942 cases in the subsequent year. Health experts say the trend highlights the urgent need for strengthened efforts in prevention, early detection and timely medical care.

Globally, the World Health Organisation (WHO) estimates that around 423 million peo...