East Africa’s largest city, financial hub, and former capital of Tanzania.
The US‑Israel war on Iran has pushed energy, fertilizer and transport costs higher and forced global agencies to cut growth forecasts. The OECD and other groups have reduced 2026 growth projections, UNICEF has reported soaring freight bills and delivery delays, and US consumer sentiment has ticked up slightly as gas prices ease (15 June 2026).
Tanzania has unveiled its 2026/27 budget and national development plan, highlighting 38 flagship projects across seven transformational programs. The plan aims to push inclusive growth, with private sector investment and human capital development at the fore. Infrastructure, irrigation, energy, and digital transformation feature prominently, while costs for the year are set against a challenging fiscal backdrop.
Protests in South Africa have intensified, with demonstrations targeting foreign nationals and calls for their expulsion. Authorities report arrests and a heavy security presence as municipal elections approach, while international observers warn of a humanitarian crisis.
Prenups are increasingly used to shield couples from premarital debt as debts rise from 35% in 2021 to 65% this year. Younger couples demand financial clarity, while gender dynamics reveal men carry more debt and overestimate their knowledge. Experts warn debt can become a shared burden, prompting clearer agreements before marriage.