UNDP & Universities Pact: UNDP Tanzania signed MoUs with nine higher learning institutions to boost youth employability, practical skills, innovation and career readiness under its Young Talent Development Programme. EAC Telecom Policy: EAC regulators met in Dar es Salaam to push a seamless, affordable regional mobile roaming framework, aiming to cut cross-border communication costs and support the Single Digital Market. Knowledge Production Debate: Scholars at the University of Dar es Salaam urged African universities to reclaim knowledge production amid global power shifts and dependence on external funding. Health Tech & Care: A new review highlights that immediate kangaroo mother care for premature and low-birth-weight babies may improve outcomes, while Tanzania also hosted discussions on oral healthcare prevention and innovation. Transport & Safety: Tanzania plans nine dams along the SGR corridor to curb floods, while the rail regulator rolled out high-tech rangers to inspect SGR and improve safety. Agriculture & Seeds: Tanzania launched national seed sector plans (2026–2030) to expand quality local seed production and reduce imports, with tighter controls against counterfeit seeds. Digital Payments: Vodacom M-Pesa Tanzania added PayPal integration via its Super App, supporting cross-border freelancers and creators with faster cash-out into mobile wallets. Helium Exploration: Noble Helium outlined its Tanzania “green helium” drilling strategy ahead of an upcoming campaign.