Tanzania, April 15 -- Dar es Salaam. The Chairperson of the Board of Mwananchi Communications Limited (MCL), David Nchimbi, has said the country cannot be fully empowered if women-who constitute a significant share of the workforce-are not actively engaged in development.

Speaking during The Citizen Rising Woman - Zanzibar Edition 2026, Mr Nchimbi said the company's vision extends beyond news publishing, focusing instead on a broader commitment to "empower the nation".

He said the decision to bring the Rising Woman initiative to Zanzibar reflects the Board's resolve to translate that vision into action.

"As a Board, this is part of implementing our commitment to empower the nation. We recognise that a nation cannot be fully empowered i...