AGP Executive Report

Wildlife: African leopards have lost 41% of their historic range, and a new study estimates that about 80,300 remain across the continent, underscoring growing pressure on habitats. Climate Innovation: Ten Tanzanian startups will receive grants and business support through a €95,000 programme to help scale solutions for climate resilience. Wildlife and Tourism: A safari plane struck and killed a zebra while taking off in the Serengeti; all 30 people aboard survived, but the crash highlights the risks of operating airstrips in wildlife habitats. El Niño Preparedness: Forecasts point to unusually heavy rain and flood risks in Tanzania. Authorities are raising public awareness, while residents in high-risk areas along the Msimbazi River have been ordered to relocate.

Climate Innovation: Ten Tanzanian climate startups will get grants and business support under a €95,000 Adaptation & Resilience ClimAccelerator, aiming to move ideas into investment-ready solutions. Wildlife & Park Protection: Kilimanjaro National Park officials report poaching, illegal hunting and tree cutting linked to fires, using helicopter and drone checks, with threats of strong legal action. Blue Economy & Marine Conservation: COP12 in Dar es Salaam is pushing practical investment projects in fisheries, marine tourism, ports and marine products while keeping Indian Ocean conservation central. El Niño Preparedness: Tanzania has ordered residents in Msimbazi River high-risk areas to relocate ahead of El Niño rains as weather risks rise. Carbon Markets: Carbon Streaming says it completed a US$6m sale of Tanzanian cookstove carbon credits, ending the Community Carbon Stream and transferring remaining credits. Agriculture Tech: TADB customers will travel to Japan to learn tech for farming, storage and value addition in maize and rice value chains. Energy & Regional Integration: EAC and China explore a new framework for strategic projects including clean energy and climate action. Governance & Inclusion: At the IPU in Arusha, Tanzania calls for inclusive, trust-based cooperation to tackle global challenges.

Climate Finance Gap: Tanzania says it faces a $12+ billion gap to deliver its climate priorities, warning that weak funding could hit agriculture, water, coastal communities and growth. El Niño Preparedness: Authorities are stepping up measures as El Niño-linked rains approach, including orders for residents in high-risk Msimbazi River areas to relocate and school calendar adjustments. Marine Life & Warming Seas: Rare orca and whale shark sightings off Mozambique are rising, with scientists linking changes in currents and plankton to the developing El Niño cycle. Blue Economy Planning (Zanzibar): Zanzibar launches a seascape plan for the South Unguja area to boost its blue economy and marine management. Conservation & Tourism: Tarangire Park is tasked with improving marketing to attract more tourists, while community-led conservation stories highlight how local action can protect wildlife. Governance & Oversight (IPU Arusha): President Samia and UN chief Guterres urge stronger parliamentary accountability and cooperation on shared crises, including climate change, as the IPU assembly runs in Arusha.

Climate Finance & El Niño Preparedness: Tanzania is warning that climate action is short of nearly $12bn and urged developed countries to turn pledges into real funding, while housing and local authorities are told to start El Niño flood preparations now, not after rains hit. Conservation & Tourism: The government has pushed Tarangire National Park to sharpen marketing to help reach 8 million visitors by 2030, with communities urged to protect resources and benefit from tourism. Governance & Inclusion (IPU Arusha): At the 153rd IPU Assembly, Tanzania highlighted governance progress and called for parliamentary accountability and global cooperation, as Speaker Zungu urged equal opportunities for women in decision-making. Media & Climate Reporting: Journalists across Africa were urged to listen to communities first when covering climate change, treating locals as sources of solutions, not just victims. Energy & Youth Skills: TotalEnergies says its Africa energy push is increasingly tied to local jobs and skills, including youth engagement in Tanzania and Uganda. Blue Economy & Safety: Tanzania and Mozambique strengthened defence and security cooperation, including border protection and immigration management.

Blue Economy & Marine Protection: Tanzania is set to host COP12 to the Nairobi Convention in Dar es Salaam (Oct 6–9), aiming to push regional action on marine pollution, illegal fishing, coastal ecosystem degradation and climate impacts. Climate & Health Research: New findings warn that changing rainfall can boost rodent populations and raise the risk of rodent-borne disease outbreaks, with implications for public health planning. El Niño Preparedness: Tanzania has ordered residents in high-risk Msimbazi River areas to relocate ahead of El Niño rains, while other regions are also stepping up flood and disaster readiness. Finance & Inclusion: Tanzania will introduce financial literacy across university and tertiary curricula, with the Bank of Tanzania and the education ministry jointly rolling out the guidelines. Rural Development Capital: CRDB Foundation is seeking blended finance to unlock funding for rural farmers and ecosystem restoration, linking international development finance with local enterprises. Wildlife & Safety: A safari flight reportedly struck a zebra during takeoff in the Serengeti and later made an emergency belly landing near Kilimanjaro; all passengers and crew survived.

Blue Economy & Marine Protection: Tanzania will host COP12 to the Nairobi Convention (Oct 6–9) in Dar es Salaam, aiming to boost regional action on marine pollution, illegal fishing, coastal ecosystem degradation and climate impacts. Climate Risk & Flood Safety: The government has ordered residents in high-risk Msimbazi River areas to relocate ahead of possible El Niño rains, warning lives and property are at risk and urging action against waste dumping. Mining & Local Jobs: Barrick North Mara’s mining licenses have been renewed for 15 years, with the company citing continued investment, local employment (96% Tanzanians) and community benefits. Wildlife & Aviation Safety: A safari flight reportedly struck a zebra during takeoff from Serengeti, then made an emergency belly landing near Kilimanjaro; all passengers and crew escaped safely. Water Security: Tanzania is pushing stronger water-sector investment as Africa works to close its water investment gap, linking water to food security and climate resilience. Digital Finance & Cybersecurity: Tanzania’s financial sector is urged to strengthen cyber defenses as AI and digital services expand. Tourism Finance: NBC is expanding support for tourism businesses in Arusha with more financing and digital payment solutions.

El Niño Relocation Order: Tanzania’s Union and Environment minister urged residents in high-risk Msimbazi River areas to relocate ahead of possible El Niño rains, warning lives and property are at stake and calling out ongoing waste dumping into waterways. Water Investment Push: President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah called for turning Africa’s water commitments into bankable projects, linking water to food security, climate resilience and poverty reduction. Digital Finance Spotlight: Absa CEO Sitoyo Lopokoiyit praised Tanzania’s mobile money market as unusually innovative, while flagging the high cost of moving money across African borders. ICT Startup Funding: Dodoma set aside Sh5bn for youth-led ICT startups via loans through Azania Bank, aiming to move local digital ideas into scalable businesses. Cybersecurity Focus: Tanzania’s financial sector leaders met to strengthen cyber defenses as AI and digital services expand, urging wider collaboration across regulators, tech firms and telecoms. Tourism & Payments: NBC doubled down on tourism financing and digital payment solutions in Arusha, citing growing demand across the tourism value chain. Blue Economy & Transport: Kenya Ports Authority advanced plans for a modern Likoni ferry passenger terminal to cut congestion and improve safety for the busy cross-channel route. Wildlife & Conservation: A Tanzanian-linked forestry training in Russia highlighted wood processing and environmental protection practices, while a separate conservation story spotlighted recovery work for endangered species.

El Niño & school safety: Tanzania’s Ministry of Education has moved the Mainland school closing date to Nov 13 (from Dec 4) after forecasts warned of potentially heavy El Niño rains that could disrupt classes and threaten students and staff. Water & climate resilience: The government also ordered flood-prone residents to follow expert guidance as it boosts preparedness for El Niño impacts. Rangelands under pressure: In Longido, officials urged more research into invasive weeds and livestock diseases, warning climate change is degrading grazing lands and raising pastoral costs. Digital agriculture push: A new report highlights how mobile phones are helping smallholders access weather, pest alerts, market info and payments—while raising concerns about whether farmers are truly benefiting from the digital shift. Finance & inclusion: Tanzania is rolling out financial literacy into higher and vocational training, as two in three Tanzanians still struggle to manage day-to-day expenses despite wider access to financial services. Green jobs & youth: Experts say Tanzania’s jobs challenge is about creating more productive, formal work—not just increasing the number of people entering the labour market. Local innovation funding: Dodoma launched a Sh5bn programme to finance youth ICT startups with loans up to Sh100m, aiming to turn digital ideas into sustainable businesses.

El Niño school safety move: Tanzania’s Ministry of Education has brought forward the closure of pre-primary, primary and secondary schools in Mainland Tanzania to Nov 13 (from Dec 4) after Tanzania Meteorological Authority warnings of potentially heavy rains between October and December. Water resilience focus: Tanzania’s water agenda is being framed around science and research for long-term sustainability, as the country pushes to strengthen water services and capacity ahead of climate shocks. Rangeland protection push: Arusha officials are calling for more research into invasive weeds and livestock diseases that are degrading grazing lands and raising costs for pastoralists, linking the problem to climate change and land pressure. Digital farming and divides: A new look at mobile-phone driven agriculture says smallholders can gain weather, pest and market info—but warns digital gaps may leave some farmers behind. Cybersecurity for finance: Tanzania’s financial sector is urged to harden defenses as AI and digital services expand, with calls for stronger coordination among regulators, telecoms, tech firms and institutions. Youth ICT funding: Dodoma has set aside Sh5bn for youth-led ICT startups via loans through Azania Bank, aiming to turn local digital ideas into scalable businesses. Wildlife conservation spotlight: A TIME100 Next recognition highlights Rwanda’s conservation work for grey crowned cranes, with wetlands protection and community involvement credited for population recovery.

El Niño & school safety: Tanzania has moved the Mainland school closing date to November 13 from December 4, citing forecasts of potentially heavy rains and flooding risks between October and December. Coastal weather watch: The Tanzania Meteorological Authority says Dar, Pwani, Tanga, Unguja and Pemba may see rainfall in early October as warmer western Indian Ocean seas shift rain patterns. Rangelands under pressure: Government officials called for more research into invasive weeds and livestock diseases threatening grazing lands, warning climate change is accelerating damage to rangelands and pastoral incomes. Plastic recycling push: TotalEnergies Marketing Tanzania and Arena Recycling Industry launched “Give Plastic a Second Chance,” setting up collection points that track and route plastic into recycling. Organic farming support: A regional organic agriculture initiative trained over 1,500 smallholders in agroecology and organic inputs, aiming to spread practical, environmentally friendly farming methods. Wildlife rescue: A rescued gorilla, Bili, has been relocated to the Republic of the Congo’s Tchimpounga sanctuary, giving it a second chance after illegal trafficking. Tourism & conservation spotlight: Indian travel agents toured Ngorongoro and Serengeti, praising wildlife abundance and conservation.

Wildlife & Conservation: A rescued gorilla calf, Bili, moved from Nigeria to the Tchimpounga sanctuary in Congo, highlighting continued anti-trafficking efforts and the push for community-safe habitats. Community-Led Marine Protection: Tanzania’s Mwambao Coastal Community Network is expanding fisheries co-management and livelihood support, while founders debate how to keep conservation truly community-led as organizations grow. Climate & Weather Watch: Tanzania Meteorological Authority forecasts rain showers in parts of the northern coast (Dar, Pwani, Tanga) and islands of Unguja and Pemba in early October, tied to shifting pressure systems and warmer western Indian Ocean seas. Flood Risk Response: Rufiji Basin Water Board was ordered to complete an embankment along Lumemo River within a week ahead of El Niño-linked heavy rains. Tourism & Environment Policy: Mandatory inbound travel insurance for tourists starts 1 October, aiming to protect visitors and support safer travel. Land & Public Space Protection: Dodoma councils are being told to install permanent boundary markers and signs on public open spaces to stop encroachment and protect areas meant for conservation and recreation. Energy & Trade (Tanzania-EU/Regional): Tanzania invites EU investors for value-add production in agriculture, renewables and ICT, while regional refined-fuel infrastructure planning advances in Tanga with environmental assessments underway.

El Niño Flood Readiness: Tanzania’s Rufiji Basin Water Board has been ordered to finish an embankment along the Lumemo River within seven days to protect communities ahead of heavy rains, with officials also urging tree planting and proper waste disposal to keep drains clear. Tanga Energy Hub Push: Tanzania and Uganda have handed a Chongoleani site to a consultant for feasibility work on refined fuel storage and transport infrastructure, including soil tests and environmental assessments, aiming to cut reliance on imported refined products. Dar es Salaam Transport Planning: SYSTRA is set to lead a feasibility study for a Dar es Salaam monorail, starting with route options, costs, and delivery models to support faster, cleaner mass transit. Carbon Credits Deal: Carbon Streaming says it has sold its remaining Community Carbon Stream and carbon credit inventory for US$6m, including proceeds tied to Tanzanian cookstove credits. Uranium & Nuclear Ambition: Tanzania’s Mkuju River uranium project is back in focus as a potential major uranium producer and a step toward nuclear energy development. Wildfire Governance: Iringa and dryland tobacco areas in central Tanzania continue tightening fire rules as dry-season wildfires threaten forests and livelihoods.

Wildfire Rules in Iringa: Tanzania is pushing stricter community fire-prevention after reports that human-caused blazes destroy millions of hectares yearly, with officials warning against burning land and then farming on the scorched areas. El Niño Multi-Hazard Alert: The South-West Indian Ocean climate outlook urges Tanzania and neighbours to prepare for drought and flooding risks at the same time, with knock-on effects for food, water, health, fisheries and marine life. Kilimanjaro Fire Response: Tanzania has suspended two climbing routes amid wildfire concerns, as authorities move to protect people and ecosystems. Bushfire Enforcement: Iringa’s regional commissioner ordered legal action against people cultivating in areas burned by bushfires when the arsonist can’t be identified, aiming to deter deliberate burning. Energy & Grid Upgrade: TANESCO and GGML launched a project to connect GGML operations directly to the national grid, freeing electricity capacity for other users including small miners. Uranium Push: Tanzania’s Mkuju River uranium project is back on track, with plans positioning the country among Africa’s top uranium producers and supporting nuclear energy ambitions. Lamu Refinery Court Fight (Regional): East Africa’s $16bn refinery plans face disruption from a land-heritage petition, while energy groups back the project as vital for fuel security.

El Niño Preparedness: Tanzania’s NEMC ordered Morogoro residents to move from flood-prone lowlands, clear drainage channels, cut plastic waste, and protect water sources as heavy rains loom. Flood Protection: In Kilombero, the Rufiji Basin Water Board was given seven days to finish an embankment along the Lumemo River to reduce flooding risk. Blue Economy & Marine Conservation: Zanzibar launched a collaborative management process for the South Unguja Seascape, targeting illegal fishing, pollution (especially plastic), and climate impacts to safeguard reefs, mangroves and seagrass. Investment & Environment Link: Tanzania pushed European capital in Finland, pitching projects in mining, manufacturing, agro-processing, energy, infrastructure and the digital economy—aimed at turning raw resources into value. Mining Value Addition: A commentary highlights Tanzania’s need for reliable power and better sequencing to move from exporting raw minerals to processing and industrial jobs. Regional Energy Push (with land dispute): Court action and resident petitions threaten construction timing for the $16bn Dangote Lamu refinery, while the African Energy Chamber backs the project as vital for East Africa’s fuel security. Wildlife & Youth Action: Goodall’s Roots & Shoots is expanding youth-led environmental programmes in the UAE, building on her Tanzania-founded conservation legacy.

El Niño Preparedness: Tanzania’s NEMC ordered Morogoro residents to move away from low-lying flood-prone areas, clear drainage channels, cut plastic use, and protect water sources as El Niño rains approach. Water Safety & Flood Control: The Rufiji Basin Water Board was given seven days to finish an embankment along the Lumemo River to reduce flooding risk in Kilombero. Blue Economy & Marine Protection (Zanzibar): Zanzibar launched a South Unguja seascape plan with IUCN to set up collaborative management for Menai Bay, coral reefs, mangroves and seagrass—targeting illegal fishing, pollution and climate impacts. Climate-Smart Health Messaging (Zanzibar): Community health workers ran door-to-door and radio-style awareness drives on safe water, hygiene, malaria prevention and WaterGuard use during El Niño conditions. Gender in Development: At AIIB’s Qatar meeting, officials stressed turning gender-equality commitments into practical, investment-stage actions. Energy & Industry (Regional): Tanzania and Qatar signed a double-taxation deal to ease cross-border investment, while East Africa’s $16bn Lamu refinery plans drew fresh attention to jobs, land disputes and environmental concerns. Wildlife & Forests: Authorities seized 9,000+ wooden planks in Mozambique, with reports suggesting timber may have been destined for Tanzania.

Wildlife & Research: A network of 300+ camera traps in western Tanzania captured 150,000+ images, including rare servals with unusual “freckle-like” markings, plus sightings of aardwolves, bat-eared foxes and springhares—helping track elusive species and lion population trends. Climate & Disaster Preparedness: Tanzania urged residents in flood-prone areas to stay alert and follow expert guidance as El Niño rains intensify, with authorities clearing drainage channels and planning lasting solutions for recurring river flooding. Kilimanjaro Fire Response: Tanzania suspended two Kilimanjaro climbing routes (Lemosho and Londorosi) after a new wildfire spread toward Shira, redirecting tourists to Machame, Marangu or Rongai while firefighting continues. Youth Health: Tanzania’s health stakeholders flagged key risks for adolescents—HIV, teen pregnancies, STIs, gender-based violence and mental health—calling for youth-friendly reproductive health services. Mining & Value Addition: Tanzania outlined plans to move from raw mineral exports to higher-value processing, refining and manufacturing, seeking investors for projects from nickel and rare earths to graphite and uranium. Energy & Environment Debate: Oil tycoon Aliko Dangote said Africa could be largely fuel self-sufficient by 2030, as a major refinery push faces land and environmental opposition in Kenya’s Lamu.