[{"data":1,"prerenderedAt":-1},["ShallowReactive",2],{"layout-categories":3,"layout-countries":36,"layout-hot-news":53,"news-article:africa-has-been-urged-to-invest-in-inclusive-growth":54,"news-last-updates:68":111,"news-related:68":244,"news-comments:68":301},[4,12,19,25,30],{"id":5,"title":6,"fullTitle":6,"description":7,"icon":8,"alias":9,"color":10,"isShowOnMainPage":11,"isShowOnTopMenu":11},5,"Sustainability","Climate action, conservation, and green initiatives shaping the region's future.",null,"sustainability","",false,{"id":13,"title":14,"fullTitle":15,"description":16,"icon":8,"alias":17,"color":18,"isShowOnMainPage":11,"isShowOnTopMenu":11},1,"Cooperation","International Cooperation & Partnerships","Coverage of partnerships, international relations, and collaborative initiatives","cooperation","#669c35",{"id":20,"title":21,"fullTitle":22,"description":23,"icon":8,"alias":24,"color":10,"isShowOnMainPage":11,"isShowOnTopMenu":11},4,"Politics","Politics & Conflict","Diplomatic affairs, regional tensions, and political developments in and around Tanzania.","politics",{"id":26,"title":27,"fullTitle":27,"description":28,"icon":8,"alias":29,"color":10,"isShowOnMainPage":11,"isShowOnTopMenu":11},3,"Business","Trade, investment, and economic cooperation between Tanzania and its neighbors.","business",{"id":31,"title":32,"fullTitle":32,"description":33,"icon":8,"alias":34,"color":35,"isShowOnMainPage":11,"isShowOnTopMenu":11},2,"Tech & Innovation","Digital transformation, startups, and tech solutions driving change in East Africa.","tech-and-innovation","#f5ec00",[37,40,43,46,50],{"id":26,"title":38,"alias":39},"Kenya","kenya",{"id":20,"title":41,"alias":42},"Rwanda","rwanda",{"id":5,"title":44,"alias":45},"Uganda","uganda",{"id":47,"title":48,"alias":49},6,"Zambia","zambia",{"id":31,"title":51,"alias":52},"DR Congo","dr-congo",[],{"id":55,"title":56,"alias":57,"publishedAt":58,"description":59,"previewImage":60,"author":61,"sections":64,"tags":87,"relatedTags":100,"categories":101,"countryCategories":103,"relatedPosts":104,"nextArticle":105,"likesCount":76,"isLiked":11,"isCommentsEnabled":109,"commentsCount":76,"views":110,"readingTime":26},68,"Africa has been urged to invest in inclusive growth","africa-has-been-urged-to-invest-in-inclusive-growth","13-06-2026 15:30","\u003Cp>In a rapidly changing global economy, African countries can turn current economic and technological challenges into a foundation for sustainable prosperity by focusing on education, innovation, and institutional strengthening.\u003C\u002Fp>","https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.the-port-brief.co.tz\u002Fimage\u002Fpost\u002F2026\u002F06\u002F13\u002Fypyqgk6D4Ep7HLfmsJzFieFC0PEoqlVtxsjyTbog.webp",[62],{"id":31,"name":63,"avatarPath":8,"about":8},"Rukia Rashid",[65,77],{"id":66,"type":67,"data":71,"order":76},133,{"title":68,"value":69,"shortName":70},"Gallery",7,"GALLERY",{"gallery":72},[73],{"fileId":74,"filePath":75,"title":8},132,"https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.the-port-brief.co.tz\u002Fimage\u002Fpost_section\u002F2026\u002F06\u002F13\u002FVgsU52vslrMsFXouD3A0SAjlzhXzM8vMZmr3sS0L.webp",0,{"id":78,"type":79,"data":82,"order":13},134,{"title":80,"value":13,"shortName":81},"Text editor","TEXT_EDITOR",{"content":83,"additionalAlignment":84},"\u003Cp>At a public lecture at the University of Dar es Salaam, Singaporean President Tharman Shanmugaratnam said that focusing on the concept of socio-economic development is key to ensuring that the benefits of development reach all segments of society. He emphasized that economic success should be measured not only by the growth of national income, but also by a country's ability to empower and improve the standard of living for its citizens. Among the investment priorities that countries can make in a rapidly changing global economy, education, healthcare, vocational training, and technological innovation were highlighted.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Countries that continue to invest in human capital and lifelong learning will be better equipped to adapt to these shifts, while creating quality jobs for future generations. While acknowledging the challenges facing the continent, Africa remains well-positioned for growth due to its young population, abundant natural resources, and expanding consumer markets.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>President Tarman called on governments to take advantage of these opportunities through targeted investments in education, entrepreneurship, innovation, and industrial development. He also identified renewable energy as a key area for future investment, noting that the transition to cleaner energy sources presents significant opportunities for economic expansion, helping countries to respond to climate challenges. He also called for the creation of more effective vocational training systems to equip young people with the practical skills needed in today's industries.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Regional integration is equally important for unlocking Africa's economic potential. The African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) is an important step towards creating larger markets that can attract investment, boost productivity, and support business growth across the continent. Long-term progress depends on effective governance, making transparency, accountability, and strong public institutions essential for building investor confidence and ensuring sustainable development. He also called on African leaders to create a business environment that encourages investment while ensuring a broad distribution of economic benefits.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>The lecture was part of President Tarman's state visit to Tanzania, the first visit by a Singaporean head of state since diplomatic relations were established between the two countries in 1980. The visit comes as Tanzania and Singapore celebrate the 45th anniversary of their diplomatic ties and seek to expand their cooperation in areas such as trade, investment, education, digital transformation, and sustainable development. Relations between the two countries have been steadily growing in recent years, particularly in areas such as port management, logistics, industrial development, technology, and professional training.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Singapore's development model is often cited internationally as an example of how investments in human capital, effective institutions, and strategic planning can drive rapid economic transformation. During the visit, Tanzania and Singapore signed several agreements aimed at strengthening bilateral cooperation, attracting investment, and facilitating knowledge exchange between the two countries.\u003C\u002Fp>\u003Cp>Singapore's success was based on strategic planning and a constant focus on skills. 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Here, households and transportation companies face high energy costs.\u003C\u002Fp>","20-06-2026 15:30","https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.the-port-brief.co.tz\u002Fimage\u002Fpost\u002F2026\u002F06\u002F18\u002Fg9CtoAE6hFPI6aoTubSlE3nZkMYJHzPxdpZL11qW.webp",420,[121,124,128,132],{"id":69,"title":122,"alias":123,"is_current":11},"Republic of Kenya","republic-of-kenya",{"id":125,"title":126,"alias":127,"is_current":11},36,"Safety","safety",{"id":129,"title":130,"alias":131,"is_current":11},39,"Mineral resources","mineral-resources",{"id":93,"title":94,"alias":95,"is_current":11},[134],{"id":5,"title":6,"fullTitle":6,"description":7,"icon":8,"alias":9,"color":10,"isShowOnMainPage":11,"isShowOnTopMenu":11},[136],{"id":26,"title":38,"alias":39},{"id":138,"title":139,"alias":140,"description":141,"publishedAt":142,"previewImage":143,"views":144,"tags":145,"categories":158,"countryCategories":160,"relatedPosts":-1},81,"DR Congo Geological Survey launches ambitious research program","dr-congo-geological-survey-launches-ambitious-research-program","\u003Cp>Head of the National Geological Survey of the Congo Raul Vasenga Vitima presented large-scale geological projects that are currently funded by the State of the Congo. 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Countries in Asia, Africa, the Middle East, and Latin America are actively working to reduce their dependence on the traditional dollar-based financial structure. 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These proposals, which amend the Law on Tax Procedures and the Tax Appeals Tribunal system, represent a significant expansion of the KRA's powers as the government seeks to increase revenue to address the growing debt and budget deficit.\u003C\u002Fp>","23-05-2026 11:30","https:\u002F\u002Fcdn.the-port-brief.co.tz\u002Fimage\u002Fpost\u002F2026\u002F05\u002F21\u002F46oFPqGWJm06rU6s2uTTHLyC7yMObCrsuUZ3oG4z.webp",399,[294,295,296],{"id":69,"title":122,"alias":123,"is_current":11},{"id":89,"title":90,"alias":91,"is_current":11},{"id":274,"title":275,"alias":276,"is_current":11},[298],{"id":13,"title":14,"fullTitle":15,"description":16,"icon":8,"alias":17,"color":18,"isShowOnMainPage":11,"isShowOnTopMenu":11},[300],{"id":26,"title":38,"alias":39},[]]