One of the key highlights of the "Expose the Flow: Working Together to Curb Illicit Financial Flows in Sub-Saharan Africa" project is the pioneering investigative work by Ephrahim Bahemu, a journalist with Mwananchi Communications Ltd. His article, Uneven Playing Field: How Tax Rates Drive Tanzania’s Gold Smuggling, delves into the profound impact of tax policies on the illegal gold trade in Tanzania.

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – October 25, 2024

The urgent need to combat Illicit Financial Flows (IFFs) in Tanzania took centre stage at the Policy Forum’s October Breakfast Debate, hosted in collaboration with the Thomson Reuters Foundation (TRF) at Four Points by Sheraton. Under the theme “Expose the Flow: The Role of Journalism in Combating Illicit Financial Flows in Tanzania,” the debate brought together journalists and stakeholders to explore the role of investigative and collaborative journalism in addressing this critical issue. 

10 October 2024

As the world prepares to celebrate the potential of tomorrow's girls, the Kuyenda Collective reaffirms its commitment to ensuring that every girl can unlock their full potential through improved education service delivery that addresses inequality.

Background

Dodoma, Tanzania – October 08, 2024

Civil society organizations (CSOs) in Tanzania are trained on how Illicit Financial Flows (IFFs) erode national budgets, as part of the Expose the Flow: Working Together to Curb IFFs in Sub-Saharan Africa project. Funded by NORAD through the Thomson Reuters Foundation (TRF), the training equips CSOs with the skills and knowledge needed to combat IFFs and advocate for stronger financial governance.

Dodoma, Tanzania – September 25, 2024

From September 23rd to 25th, 2024, Policy Forum hosted a transformative training on Illicit Financial Flows (IFFs), Tax Justice, and Domestic Resource Mobilization (DRM). This pivotal event brought together Civil Society Organizations (CSOs) and stakeholders, igniting a critical conversation on enhancing Tanzania’s tax system, bolstering revenue collection, and addressing the detrimental effects of IFFs. The session underscored the pressing need for tax justice and equitable economic reforms.

Dodoma, Tanzania – September 20, 2024

At a packed Policy Forum Breakfast Debate in Dodoma, Jamal Msami of REPOA delivered a compelling presentation on the critical choices, challenges, and enablers for Climate-Resilient Development (CRD) in Tanzania. Sponsored by the Irish Embassy in Tanzania, the event brought together key stakeholders from the government, civil society, and the private sector to discuss how Tanzania can navigate the complex path towards climate resilience.

Dar es Salaam, Tanzania – September 12, 2024 

The Policy Forum's August Breakfast Debate convened stakeholders from various sectors to discuss the opportunities and challenges within Tanzania's Blue Economy, particularly emphasising inclusive growth for youth, women, and people with disabilities. Held under the theme "Blue Economy Value Chain: Integrating Youth, Women, and People with Disabilities for Inclusive Growth", the event was hosted in collaboration with VSO and Stanbic Bank Biashara Incubator.

Arusha, Tanzania – August 13, 2024

Tanzania's Vice President, Hon. Philip Mpango, has urged East African nations to prioritize investment in education to ensure the region's youth are equipped for the challenges of a rapidly evolving world. Speaking at the official opening of the first East African Community (EAC) Regional Education Conference in Arusha, Mpango emphasized the critical need for reforms that align education systems with both academic and vocational demands.

The Policy Forum's July Breakfast Debate brought together key stakeholders to discuss the state of the health sector in Tanzania, focusing on the theme: "Post National Budget 2024/2025: Examining the Credibility Equation of Health in Tanzania." The event, organized in collaboration with TGNP and Stanbic Bank Biashara Incubator, centered on an in-depth analysis of the health sector budget and its priorities.

The Tanzanian national budget for the fiscal year is TZS 49,365.7 billion and is structured across various sectors aimed at bolstering national development and ensuring effective governance. A significant portion of the budget is allocated to sectors such as Defence, Law, and Public Safety (5,493.5 billion TZS), reflecting a commitment to maintaining security and upholding the rule of law.