Tanzania’s Power Push: Tanzania says the Julius Nyerere Hydropower Project (JNHPP) will be officially launched on Aug 22, adding 2,115MW and lifting national generation capacity to about 4,646MW versus peak demand of 2,010MW—creating a 2,636MW surplus for regional electricity trade. Healthcare & Investment: Geita Gold Mining Limited (GGML) commits Sh1.2bn over three years to treat 300 children with heart conditions at the Jakaya Kikwete Cardiac Institute, with about Sh400m per year. Digital Connectivity: Tanzania reports 8.5m people now have mobile and internet access after building 758 communication towers across 1,400 villages, funded by the World Bank and UCSAF. Regulation & Transport: Tanzania introduces fines up to Sh300,000 and criminal penalties for unauthorized sirens and beacon lights on private vehicles, targeting VIP-style misuse. Insurance Sector: Dar es Salaam High Court appoints an interim liquidator for Insurance Group of Tanzania Limited over about Sh12.5bn in debts. Business Climate: Samia urges investors to tap Tanzania’s tourism and investment opportunities, stressing peace and policy reforms. Regional Trade Tension: Uganda and Kenya challenge Rwanda’s alcohol ban, arguing it violates EAC trade and quality rules—an issue discussed with Tanzania at an EAC meeting. Tourism Governance: Tanzania orders KRTO to stop presenting itself as a legal authority in Kilimanjaro trekking operations, tightening the line between state licensing and private advocacy.