Mpoki Thomson
The Citizen Tanzania
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Past articles by Mpoki:
US envoy on investment, terror alerts, Ukraine war
Tanzania has the political will to become a major force in the international business. But we have to help it build that capacity. → Read More
Vodacom Tanzania chief on future of digital services and transformation
In response to Elon Musk's plans for Tanzania, Mr Philip Besiimire says competition is good because it brings out the best in everyone. → Read More
Era of mistrust is now behind us, Ruto says
There have been difficult moments in the past for trade between the two largest economies in East Africa. → Read More
Msongole on gender inclusivity and digital literacy
“A mindset shift is what we need, and we can start by showcasing successful young women leading in digital spaces,” Ndimbumi Msongole. → Read More
Why Tanzania needs cautious approach on all megaprojects
“Keeping megaprojects manageable is going to be key in determining how much of a buffer you can build and how you can avoid future debt.” → Read More
Indian Parliament Speaker on political relations, leadership
Speaker Birla insists interactions between the two Parliaments would be regular and that the scope of cooperation will remain multifaceted → Read More
Key issues as Biden hosts 49 African leaders
Head of African governments today convene for dialogue with the US as President Joe Biden looks to table issues at the core of US-Africa relations → Read More
UK minister on how Tanzania can improve education
The diplomat highlights how Tanzania can leverage on digital technology to reach out to students based in hard-to-reach areas in the country → Read More
EXCLUSIVE: Inside IFC’s strategy to boost investments in Tanzania
Our focus is on major sectors in Tanzania that need to be improved to help with development → Read More
Covid-19: Tanzania issues stricter rules for outbound travellers
Tanzania's Ministry of Health has issued stricter rules for outbound travelers in efforts to curb the rising Covid-19 cases compounded by the new Omicron variant. → Read More
IMF applauds Samia stance on Covid-19
In an exclusive interview with The Citizen, Mr Selassie said there is light at the end of the tunnel - banking his hopes on what he called the right approach in tackling the Covid-19 pandemic... → Read More
EXCLUSIVE: Poland minister speaks out on relations with Tanzania
The Citizen Managing Editor, Mr Mpoki Thomson, had an exclusive interview with Poland’s Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs, responsible for Economic and Development Cooperation, Africa and the... → Read More
EXCLUSIVE: Poland minister speaks out on relations with Tanzania
The Citizen Managing Editor, Mr Mpoki Thomson, had an exclusive interview with Poland’s Deputy Minister for Foreign Affairs, responsible for Economic and Development Cooperation, Africa and the... → Read More
Digital economy blueprint coming
The government is set to strengthen Tanzania’s performance on the digital front by investing more in scaling up the digital economy and providing a conducive environment to enable e-commerce... → Read More
We are killing our startup ecosystem, says Ndugulile
Minister of Communication and Information Technology, Dr Faustine Ndugulile has acknowledged the regulatory challenges and bureaucratic processes that inhibit growth of Tanzania’s startup... → Read More
Vodacom Boss: On why tax and data price reforms are necessary
The Citizen Managing Editor, Mr Mpoki Thomson recently held an exclusive interview with Vodacom Tanzania Chief Executive Officer, Hisham Hendi to talk about the telecom company’s financial... → Read More
EXCLUSIVE: Tanzania’s relations with Nordic countries put into perspective
The interview focused on business, political and other historical ties between Nordic countries and Tanzania, highlighting the ups and downs, lessons learnt and future goals and expectations as... → Read More
Steam therapy machines will remain intact, says national hospital
Tanzania's national hospital, Muhimbili, has stated that the Covid-19 steam inhalation machines that were placed at the hospital's premises will remain intact. → Read More
Museveni: Tanzania and Uganda were supposed to sign oil pipeline deal on March 22
Uganda’s President Yoweri Museveni has today March 22, revealed that he had sent a letter to his Tanzanian counterpart, which would have seen the two Heads of State seal the crude oil pipeline deal. → Read More
Magufuli led prayers at hospital before taking his last breath
Former President of Tanzania John Magufuli led prayers with doctors and his care givers at the hospital before taking his last breath, family spokesperson, Ngusa Samike has revealed. → Read More