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Delegation of the European Union to the United Republic of Tanzania and the East African Community
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Tanzania: Statement by the High Representative on behalf of the European Union on the elections in Tanzania

The EU is very concerned with the events that occurred throughout the Election Day and that are still ongoing, including violence, the internet shutdown as well as reports of irregularities in the election process in some places

The European Union (EU) takes note of the proclamation by the Independent National Electoral Commission of Tanzania and the Zanzibar Electoral Commission of the results of the presidential elections held on 29 October 2025. The EU is very concerned with the events that occurred throughout the Election Day and that…

Delegation of the European Union to the United Republic of Tanzania and the East African Community
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European Union (EU)-Supported Mziki na Maarifa Highlights Emerging Tanzanian Talent

Launched on 15 September 2024 to mark the International Day of Democracy, Mziki na Maarifa is a music competition giving young Tanzanian artists a platform to grow their careers while addressing civic education themes through their songs

The initiative offered finalists professional song and video production, training in lyric writing and civic education, and media exposure. It has been implemented by Nafasi Art Space, which led the overall event organization and conceptualization, and Tanzania Bora Initiative, which provided training, guidance, and production support. The European Union (EU)…

Delegation of the European Union to the United Republic of Tanzania and the East African Community
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Cyprus Foreign Minister to Visit Tanzania to Deepen European Union (EU)–Tanzania Partnership

During the visit, political developments of common interest, regional developments and economic cooperation will be in the focus

The visit to Tanzania, taking place from 8 to 10 July, is made on behalf of the EU’s High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy / Vice President of the European Commission, Kaja Kallas. Minister Dr. Constantinos Kombos will meet with Minister for Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation,…

Delegation of the European Union to the United Republic of Tanzania and the East African Community
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European Parliament Delegation Visits Tanzania on fact-finding mission

Led by Committee chair Barry Andrews, the delegation will visit projects focused on water and sanitation, economic development and port infrastructure, gender equality, education, and sustainable fishing practices

A delegation of seven Members of the European Parliament (MEPs) from the Committee on Development will visit Tanzania from 24-26 February. The visit aims to assess the impact of European Union (EU) investments in Tanzania and the effectiveness of the Global Gateway initiative, which supports infrastructure and development projects worldwide.…

Delegation of the European Union to the United Republic of Tanzania and the East African Community
Source: Delegation of the European Union to the United Republic of Tanzania and the East African Community |

European Union (EU) Awards TZS 17.8 Billion in Grants to Strengthen Civil Society in Tanzania

The European Union (EU) has committed TZS 17.8 billion (€6.5 million) to empower Tanzanian civil society, focusing on key areas such as good governance, media freedom, youth empowerment, and public financial accountability

The European Union (EU) has committed TZS 17.8 billion (€6.5 million) to empower Tanzanian civil society, focusing on key areas such as good governance, media freedom, youth empowerment, and public financial accountability. This investment, funded through the Civil Society Thematic Programme and the Finance for Growth Action, aims to foster…

Delegation of the European Union to the United Republic of Tanzania and the East African Community
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University Students Shine in European Union (EU) Debate Contest, Top Three Winners to Visit Poland

The Youth Debate Contest, the first of its kind organized by the European Union for university students under 25, was attended by representatives from, secondary and university students, civil society, academia, media and the private sector

Three Tanzanian university students have been named winners of the European Union (EU) Youth Debate Contest, earning a fully sponsored trip to Poland, courtesy of the Embassy of Poland in Tanzania. Careen Ndika from the University of Dar es Salaam emerged as the overall best speaker, while Diana Shabani from…

Delegation of the European Union to the United Republic of Tanzania and the East African Community
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European Union Special Representative for the Great Lakes Region, Johan Borgstam, makes first official visit to Tanzania

EU Ambassador to Tanzania H.E. Christine Grau highlighted the enduring partnership between the European Union and Tanzania

As part of ongoing regional engagements, European Union Special Representative, Borgstam will hold high-level discussions with the Minister of Defence, H.E. Stergomena Lawrence Tax, and the Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs, H.E. Cosato David Chumi, as well as prominent members of the diplomatic community, academia, and civil society representatives in…

Delegation of the European Union to the United Republic of Tanzania and the East African Community
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Tanzania: European Union Signs Key Agreements to Drive Sustainable Development in Zanzibar

The agreements include enhanced funding for the Bahari Yetu (“Our Ocean”) Project, which is part of the EU’s Team Europe Initiative for the Blue Economy, and a renewed commitment to the Gender Transformative Action Programme in Zanzibar

The European Union (EU) has further strengthened its partnership with Zanzibar by signing two significant agreements aimed at promoting sustainable development, marine conservation, and gender equality. The agreements were signed in the presence of Zanzibar’s Minister for Community Development, Gender, Elderly and Children, Rita Laranjinha, Managing Director for Africa at…

Delegation of the European Union to the United Republic of Tanzania and the East African Community
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More Financing for Startups as FUNGUO pushes its commitments to over TZS 5 billion and partners for the first time with iMBEJU

The European Union-funded FUNGUO program, in partnership with CRDB Bank’s iMBEJU initiative, proudly unveiled the third cohort of 18 promising startups and innovative SMEs, marking another milestone in supporting Tanzanian entrepreneurship

FUNGUO, in partnership with CRDB Bank’s iMBEJU initiative, proudly unveiled the third cohort of 18 promising startups and innovative SMEs, marking another milestone in supporting Tanzanian entrepreneurship. This cohort emerges from a highly competitive process following the third Call for Funding Applications, launched in September 2024, which resulted in more…

Delegation of the European Union to the United Republic of Tanzania and the East African Community
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European Union-Tanzania Blue Economy Partnership Deepens with Upcoming Visit by Director General

The Director General will participate in the 8th Meeting of Ministers Responsible for Oceans, Inland Waters, and Fisheries of the Organization of African, Caribbean, and Pacific States (OACPS), which will take place on September 11 in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania

Ms. Charlina Vitcheva, Director General of the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Maritime Affairs and Fisheries, will visit Tanzania from September 9 to 11, 2024. The Director General will participate in the 8th Meeting of Ministers Responsible for Oceans, Inland Waters, and Fisheries of the Organization of African, Caribbean, and Pacific…