Bakari Machumu
TanzaniajournalistMale9.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Bakari Machumu is the Vice Chairperson of the Tanzania Editors’ Forum (TEF), who has recently praised the National e-Procurement System for its transparency and accountability, highlighting the importance of educating journalists about procurement laws to help the public engage with tender opportunities.
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Bakari Machumu described Leonard Mususa as both a mentor and a father figure who invested heavily in developing young professionals.
Industry leaders mourn veteran corporate leader Leonard MususaTanzania· 2026-06-01
The statement was signed by the Director of Communications at State House, Bakari Machumu.
Samia appoints Polepole’s successor, reshuffles envoys in major diplomatic changesTanzania· 2026-03-02
Director of Communications at State House, Mr Bakari Machumu, said the President’s participation in the World Government Summit was a deliberate assertion of national interest.
How Samia’s strategic shuttling is rewriting Tanzania’s economic futureTanzania· 2026-02-16
The statement from State House has confirmed the development, signed by the Director of Presidential Communications, Mr Bakari Machumu.
Angolan President Lourenço to grace 2026 Sabasaba exhibitionsTanzania· 2026-02-15
A public notice shared with The Citizen on Saturday, February 14, 2026, signed by the Director of Presidential Communications, Mr Bakari Machumu, said the government has strengthened multi-sectoral collaboration.
Samia pushes for sustainable financing, strong African leadership in malaria fightTanzania· 2026-02-14
A State House statement issued on Thursday, February 12, 2026, and signed by Director of Presidential Communications Bakari Machumu, said President Hassan departed for the 39th Ordinary Session of the AU Assembly.
Samia set to become AU Champion for maternal, child healthTanzania· 2026-02-12
The statement regarding the cabinet reshuffle was signed by the Director of Presidential Communications, Mr Bakari Machumu.
Tanzanians urged to register with Nida for easier access to essential servicesTanzania· 2026-02-11
Presidential Communications Director, Mr Bakari Machumu said, President Hassan’s participation will focus on aligning Tanzania’s development priorities with global capital flows.
Economic diplomacy in focus as Samia joins global leaders in DubaiTanzania· 2026-02-02
Bakari Machumu, then MCL Managing Director, reaffirmed the company’s long-standing commitment to women’s empowerment.
From recognition to impact: The evolution of The Citizen Rising Woman InitiativeTanzania· 2026-02-02
Bakari Machumu issued a statement conveying condolences to Mr Mtei’s family.
Ex-Bank of Tanzania governor, Chadema founder Edwin Mtei dies at 94Tanzania· 2026-01-20
The statement issued on Sunday and signed by the Director of Presidential Communications, Mr Bakari Machumu, conveyed condolences to National Assembly Speaker Mr Mussa Azzan Zungu.
Samia pays tribute to fallen MP Halima NassorTanzania· 2026-01-18
The statement regarding the Cabinet reshuffle was signed by the Director of Presidential Communications Mr Bakari Machumu.
Samia makes mini-cabinet reshuffle, drops Home Affairs ministerTanzania· 2026-01-11
The Director of Presidential Communications, Mr Bakari Machumu, said the workshop was organised in collaboration with the Government Information Services Department.
Spokespersons urged to focus on institutions, not individualsTanzania· 2025-12-18
Mr Machumu, a highly respected media leader with nearly three decades of experience in journalism, newsroom management and corporate strategy, retired from MCL in early 2024 after steering the company through a period of significant digital transformation.
Samia taps former MCL CEOs to top communications rolesTanzania· 2025-11-20
Bakari Machumu has built a reputation defined by strategic clarity, calm crisis management and a relentless pursuit of accuracy.
What the appointments of Machumu and Mhando tell us about the future of Tanzania’s Public CommunicationTanzania· 2025-11-19
Bakari Machumu has been named as Director of Presidential Communications.
Samia picks Tido Mhando as Presidential adviser for Information, CommunicationsTanzania· 2025-11-19He was the managing editor who sent a letter of appreciation for the effort put into editing a supplement.
When having to spend the night in the newsroom felt safer than driving homeTanzania· 2025-11-06
Bakari Machumu is a notable participant and the Club Public Relations Director.
Rotary Bahari Charity Golf swings into action with record turnout and lasting impactTanzania· 2025-08-18
Bakari Machumu is the Club’s Director of Public Relations who announced the success of the charity golf tournament.
Rotary Club of Bahari Charity golf event achieves successTanzania· 2025-08-18
Bakari Machumu, the Club Public Relations Director, highlighted the event's reputation for turning competitive spirit into community benefits.
Rotary Club of Bahari hosts 15th charity golf tournament SaturdayTanzania· 2025-08-11Bakari Machumu is one of the former Managing Directors of Mwananchi Communications Limited.
Reimagining the future of media: Reflections on my first 100 days as MCL chief executiveTanzania· 2025-08-06
Bakari Machumu is the chief executive officer of BSM Washauri and expressed pleasure in partnering with Adanian Labs to deliver AI solutions to Tanzanian enterprises.
BSM Washauri, Adanian Labs partner to accelerate AI adoptionTanzania· 2025-06-05
Mr Machumu, Vice Chairperson of the Tanzania Editors’ Forum (TEF), commended the system’s transparency and its impact on accountability in public procurement.
E-procurement saves Tanzania $4.9 million in tender document costsTanzania· 2025-05-13