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US-Kenyan Soldier Arrested With Explosives

November 17, 2025
A dual citizen of the United States and Kenya, Charles Onkuri Ongeta, 30, who serves as a US Army Sergeant, was arrested at the Tanzania-Kenya border in Sirari after authorities found him in possession of four CS M68 hand-launched grenades, the Tarime–Rorya Regional Police Command confirmed. According to police, Ongeta was stopped while crossing from Kenya in a Toyota Land

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US-Kenyan Soldier Arrested With Explosives

November 17, 2025
A dual citizen of the United States and Kenya, Charles Onkuri Ongeta, 30, who serves as a US Army Sergeant, was arrested at the Tanzania-Kenya border in Sirari after authorities found him in possession of four CS M68 hand-launched grenades, the Tarime–Rorya

Faith Leaders Demand Justice, National Reconciliation

November 17, 2025
Sheikh Muharram Mziwanda, head of the Asaalam Islamic Foundation, has expressed surprise over statements made by the Tanzania Episcopal Conference (TEC) regarding the events of October 29, 2025. Sheikh Mziwanda said the incidents should be described as demonstrations rather than violence, looting,

CCM Maintains Dominance Despite Opposition Boycott

November 17, 2025
Tanzania’s ruling party has maintained its strong position in national politics, even as the main opposition party chose to boycott the 2025 general elections. Former Secretary-General of the ruling party and current Member of Parliament, Dr. Bashiru Ally, said the opposition’s absence

NECTA Reports 7.67 Percent Increase in Exam Candidates

November 17, 2025
The National Examinations Council of Tanzania (NECTA) has announced a significant rise in registrations for this year’s Form Four national examination, with the number of candidates increasing by 7.67 percent compared to last year. Speaking to the press, NECTA’s Executive Secretary, Prof.

Community Miners Gain Skills and Opportunities

November 17, 2025
A major gold-mining operation in northern Tanzania has handed over 13 licences to small-scale miners and sponsored specialised training aimed at helping them shift from traditional methods to modern, more productive practices. The initiative, which supports the national agenda of strengthening small-scale

U.S. Tightens Visa Rules for Health and Financial Concerns

November 15, 2025
A newly issued U.S. directive could make it significantly harder for foreigners to obtain visas, particularly those living with chronic medical conditions or who may lack the financial means to support themselves. The guidance, circulated to embassies  consulates worldwide, instructs officials to

Trump Threatens $5 Billion Lawsuit Over BBC Editing

November 15, 2025
U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Friday that he is likely to sue the BBC for up to $5 billion, after the broadcaster admitted it had misleadingly edited his January 6, 2021, speech. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump said the
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