Category: The Citizen

Dar es Salaam. Tanzania’s leading sports equipment manufacturer and retailer JustFit Sports Gear has officially launched its first-ever official Mainland Tanzania Premier League match balls, which are now set to be used in the ongoing competition.

This marks a significant milestone for local sports manufacturing and retail, as the Premier League had previously relied on imported match balls. The launch highlights the growing capacity of Tanzanian companies to produce high-quality sporting equipment for top-tier competitions.

Speaking with The Citizen yesterday, the firm’s managing director, Salim Salim, said the company has signed a two-year partnership with the Tanzania Premier League Board. Salim noted that they have introduced a high-quality match ball that will be used throughout the new season of the Tanzania Mainland Premier League.

In addition to the ball, he said they have also unveiled specially designed referee kits to be worn during all matches in the upcoming league season. “This move highlights the company’s commitment not only to football but also to enhancing the overall professionalism and branding of Tanzanian football,” said Salim.

He explained that the match ball itself is a Tanzanian innovation, reflecting a combination of creativity, uniqueness, and world-class quality. According to Salim, the design meets international standards, demonstrating that local talent can produce equipment capable of competing on a global level.

Salim added that the company plans to expand its product line further and continue collaborating with football authorities to strengthen the sport at all levels. For his part, Tanzania Football Federation (TFF) vice president Athuman Nyamlani commended the firm for the innovation, saying it enabled Tanzanian football to mark another milestone.

“This is a milestone for Tanzanian sports. For the first time, we have a locally designed football that meets professional standards.

We hope it inspires players and young talent across the country to take pride in locally made products,” said Nyamlani. He added that such innovations contribute significantly to the growth and modernization of football in Tanzania.

He noted that having a high-quality local football and referee kits enhances the professionalism of the league and ensures that the domestic game continues to improve in line with international standards. Justfit’s launch is part of a broader strategy to support sports development in Tanzania, promoting both locally manufactured products and a culture of excellence in football .

Tanga. President Samia Suluhu Hassan has urged residents of Pangani District to support her re-election bid, promising further development in infrastructure, agriculture, education, and livestock sectors.

Addressing a rally on Monday, September 29, 2025, the CCM presidential candidate highlighted government progress on major projects, including the 95-kilometre PanganiSaadaniMakurunge road, now 50 percent complete, and the 125-metre Pangani Bridge, which is 62 percent complete. Adjoining road works are at 60 percent progress.

“Our promise to the people of Pangani is to complete this road and bridge fully. Once done, it will transform access to services, trade, and tourism,” President Hassan said, noting the bridge will connect remote communities, especially during the rainy season.

On livestock, the President said the government has introduced subsidised vaccination programmes for poultry and larger livestock to meet international standards, opening up export opportunities. “When you prosper, the nation prospers,” she said.

She also highlighted the youth-focused Building a Better Tomorrow (BBT) programme, aimed at empowering young people through modern agriculture. Agricultural equipment centres have been established in Mseko, Kipungwe, and Kigurusimba to support youth-led farming initiatives.

CCM parliamentary candidate for Pangani, Jumaa Aweso, lauded President Hassan for transforming the district’s education sector. He noted that while Pangani had only two secondary schools in 2015, 11 new schools have now been built, offering rural youth hope for a brighter future.

Acknowledging health service gaps, President Hassan pledged to expand facilities in underserved areas such as Mikocheni, Sange, and Omkaramo. A master plan is underway to establish new health posts and dispensaries closer to communities.

Tanga Regional CCM Chairman Ostadh Rajab Abdulrahman said the development strides under President Hassan’s leadership are visible and impactful. “There is no reason for Pangani residents to deny her votes.

She only needs more time to complete the transformation,” he said. CCM Secretary-General Dr Asha-Rose Migiro described President Samia as a capable leader whose achievements speak for themselves.

“We ask you to give her another term to continue serving Tanzanians with dignity and commitment,” Dr Migiro urged .