Jabir Bakari
Dr. Jabir Bakari is the Director General of the Tanzania Communications Regulatory Authority (TCRA), an agency responsible for overseeing the communications sector in Tanzania. He has been instrumental in providing regulatory guidance and strategic insights that have contributed to the growth and stability of telecommunications, postal services, and broadcasting in the country. His recent report highlighted the positive performance of these sectors in the second quarter of 2025, showcasing significant developments in service uptake and infrastructure expansion.
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TCRA director general Dr Jabir Bakari said the statistics underscore a strong momentum towards a more connected and digitally empowered Tanzania.
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Tanzania· 2026-01-29
TCRA director general Jabir Bakari said the rise in internet penetration highlights the impact of sustained policy and infrastructure investments.
Tanzania’s digital economy on track as internet penetration soars to 85pcTanzania· 2026-01-27
Dr Jabir Bakari, TCRA director general, commented on the resilience and growth of the communications sector in Tanzania.
EAC roaming policy slashes cross-border call costs for TanzaniansTanzania· 2025-11-08
Dr Jabir Bakari, TCRA Director General, said the growth reflects the sector’s resilience and its critical role in advancing Tanzania’s digital economy.
Men lead Tanzania’s telecom race as sector posts strong growthTanzania· 2025-11-08Dr Jabir Bakari is the Director General of the Tanzania Communications Regulatory Authority (TCRA).
Tanzania’s telecom, postal, broadcasting sectors post steady Q2 growthTanzania· 2025-07-19