Small-Scale Mining Reform: Tanzania is set to overhaul small-scale mining with a government-commissioned report proposing easier financing, a dedicated miners’ bank, better geological data, modern equipment, and stronger health and safety—aimed at lifting productivity where many miners still use basic recovery methods. Agriculture Finance Push: Africa’s $100bn agricultural funding gap is in focus at the FINAS 2026 summit in Nairobi, where policymakers and financiers will look for new ways to unlock capital for food systems. Dodoma Airport Deadline: Msalato International Airport is nearing completion, with the government saying it should be operational in September, boosting air links for the administrative capital. Trader Crackdown Reversed: The PM ordered the immediate return of goods confiscated from small-scale traders, warning regulators not to seize working capital under routine inspections. Aviation Maintenance Upgrade: Air Tanzania is set to benefit from a Sh2bn upgrade of Kilimanjaro’s maintenance hangar to cut costly overseas servicing. Health Security Funding: Germany is granting €8m to strengthen EAC capacity to prevent and respond to Ebola and Mpox, alongside a €5m EAC deal with KfW for Mpox response. Tourism Demand Hit by Ebola Fears: Travel firms report booking hesitancy for East and Central Africa as Ebola concerns spread, with Tanzania seeing moderate impact. Urban Redevelopment: Sinza in Dar es Salaam is slated for a 20-year redevelopment plan (2026–2046) to create a mixed-use urban hub. Agri-Exports Boost: Tanzania secured South Africa’s market access for fresh bananas after phytosanitary negotiations, supporting farmers and traders. Drug Trafficking Warning: Authorities launched a film campaign to warn passengers and transport workers against unknowingly carrying drug parcels. Child Mortality Tech Trial: An AI monitoring system (IMPALA) is cutting child deaths in Malawi hospitals, with results showing major reductions in participating wards.