ARUSHA, May 17 -- TANZANIA and Russia have agreed to introduce Kiswahili language studies in the higher learning institutions in Russia as part of efforts to expand the number of Kiswahili speakers globally and create employment opportunities through the language.

The agreement was reached during the Third Session of the Tanzania-Russia Intergovernmental Commission on Trade and Economic Cooperation, which brought together government leaders, business executives and various economic stakeholders.

Speaking during the meeting held today, May 16, 2026, at the Arusha International Conference Centre (AICC), the Minister of State in the Presidents Office for Planning and Investment, Professor Kitila Mkumbo, said the move to teach Kiswahili in ...