Gerson Msigwa
TanzaniapoliticianMale7.0Global Dominance: 0.00%Gerson Msigwa is the Chief Government Spokesperson of Tanzania, known for his role in communicating government policies and developments. Recently, he addressed the public regarding the country's electricity production and pricing, emphasizing that while Tanzania has increased its electricity generation, the government is cautious about reducing energy prices immediately.
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Chief Government Spokesperson Gerson Msigwa defended the selection of the commissioners.
Controversy brews over foreign judges on Tanzanian election violence investigation teamTanzania· 2026-08-09
Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Information, Culture, Arts and Sports Gerson Msigwa also praised the Chinese business community for its continued partnership and contribution to Tanzania’s economic development.
Basketball strengthens China-Tanzania ties as Stanbic Bank backs tournamentTanzania· 2026-08-03
Mr Gerson Msigwa officially opened the 13th Annual Chinese Enterprise Association Basketball Tournament.
Msigwa opens 13th China-Tanzania enterprise basketball tournamentTanzania· 2026-08-01
Tanzania's chief government spokesperson, Mr Gerson Msigwa, stated that Tanzanian authorities are actively assessing the situation regarding the hijacked vessel.
Somali pirates hijack Tanzanian-flagged fuel and chemical tanker en route from YemenTanzania· 2026-07-25Mr Gerson Msigwa, the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Information, Culture, Arts and Sports, urged artists and content creators to use their talents to promote good ethics.
‘Headmaster’ rewarded for contribution to Tanzania’s creative sectorTanzania· 2026-07-22
Mr Gerson Msigwa is the government's chief spokesperson who announced plans to limit expenditure on luxury vehicles.
Tanzania ponders policy to phase out purchase of luxury vehiclesTanzania· 2026-06-29
Gerson Msigwa is the permanent secretary acknowledged for his cooperation in advancing sports development.
Samia’s ambitious vision drives Tanzania’s sports developmentTanzania· 2026-03-06
Chief Government Spokesperson Mr Gerson Msigwa explained that the increase in dry ports is driven by rising demand for cargo storage.
Traffic nightmare as dry ports spread through residential areasTanzania· 2026-03-02
Gerson Msigwa confirmed that the final phase of renovations at the Benjamin Mkapa Stadium is expected to take six months to one year.
Mkapa Stadium to close for final Afcon 2027 upgradesTanzania· 2026-03-02Gerson Msigwa is the Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Information, Culture, Arts and Sports.
Makonda urges NSC to boost development of all sports in TanzaniaTanzania· 2026-02-18
Gerson Msigwa, the Government Chief Spokesperson, described the claims of Tanzania's unpreparedness to host Afcon as propaganda.
Msigwa, Karia dismiss Afcon hosting fears, say Tanzania on trackTanzania· 2026-02-12Gerson Msigwa, the Government Chief Spokesperson, stated that the Arusha stadium project is progressing well and is on track for completion.
Msigwa: Arusha Stadium on track, set for test run in JulyTanzania· 2026-02-04Minister Makonda was accompanied by several senior officials, including the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Information, Culture, Arts and Sports and Government Chief Spokesperson Gerson Msigwa.
Makonda, Infantino talks open new doors for Tanzania footballTanzania· 2026-01-22
Gerson Msigwa is the Ministry’s Permanent Secretary and Government Chief Spokesperson who provided an update on infrastructure for Afcon 2027.
East Africa takes the baton as Afcon preps begin in earnestTanzania· 2026-01-20
Mr Gerson Msigwa is the Government Spokesperson who assured international tourists about the safety of Tanzania.
Tourism operators rally to revive sector after poll-related violenceTanzania· 2025-12-25
Government Chief Spokesperson Gerson Msigwa said the workshop and State House initiative are important because they align the work of spokespersons with the Director of Presidential Communications at State House.
Spokespersons urged to focus on institutions, not individualsTanzania· 2025-12-18
Gerson Msigwa has said Tanzania will use the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations finals in Morocco as a key learning platform in preparation for hosting the 2027 Afcon finals.
Msigwa: We will learn from Morocco as Afcon 2027 hostsTanzania· 2025-12-17Government Spokesperson Gerson Msigwa stated that the shutdown aimed to curb online criminals.
Tanzania sued at the East African Court of Justice over week-long internet shutdownTanzania· 2025-12-11
Gerson Msigwa has assured that Tanzania can implement its national budget without relying on foreign assistance.
Tanzania can fund its budget without foreign aid, says chief Government spokespersonTanzania· 2025-12-08
Spokesman Gerson Msigwa insisted there is nothing for tourists to fear.
Tanzania tourism suffers after election killings
Kenya· 2025-12-07
Tanzania government spokesman Gerson Msigwa told the broadcaster that the activist should provide proof of her claims.
US-based Tanzania activist protests after Meta deletes Instagram accountsKenya· 2025-12-05
Gerson Msigwa told the BBC that Kimambi should 'provide proof of her claims'.
Tanzanian activist blocked from Instagram after mobilising election protests
United Kingdom· 2025-12-04
Government spokesman Gerson Msigwa said the commission of inquiry would shed light into what happened.
Tanzania cancels independence day celebrations after election unrestUnited Kingdom· 2025-11-25
Gerson Msigwa blamed the media for publishing ‘misleading reports’ on recent events in Tanzania.
Samia Suluhu turns on the media after reports on elections violenceKenya· 2025-11-25
Gerson Msigwa is the Chief Government Spokesman who assured the public that ongoing development projects will continue as planned.
Tanzania to self-finance major projects amid donor hesitationTanzania· 2025-11-24Efforts to reach the Chief Government Spokesperson, Gerson Msigwa, for comment have been unsuccessful.
Families in Tanzania still searching for loved ones who went missing after election unrestTanzania· 2025-11-08
Government Spokesperson Gerson Msigwa later announced a gradual resumption of normal activities.
Unforgettable moment: How chaos damaged Tanzania’s reputation as ‘Island of Peace’Tanzania· 2025-11-04
Government spokesperson Gerson Msigwa said on Instagram that schools will remain closed on Friday.
Tanzania lockdown extended after election chaos, deaths fearedKenya· 2025-10-30
Gerson Msigwa announced the directive on social media regarding public servants working from home.
Tanzanian public servants told to work from home amid Election unrestKenya· 2025-10-30
Gerson Msigwa, the Chief Government Spokesperson, rejected the allegations made by Amnesty International.
Tanzania hits back at Amnesty over human rights reportTanzania· 2025-10-26