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Rwanda Kagame Critic Found Beheaded in Uganda

October 20, 2026
Robert Kabera, a former Rwandan army sergeant major who became a vocal critic of President Paul Kagame, has been found beheaded in neighbouring Uganda, raising fresh concerns about the safety of Rwandan government critics living in exile. Kabera, 50, was found dead on the outskirts of Uganda’s capital, Kampala, over the weekend. Ugandan police spokesperson Kituuma Rusoke said on Monday

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Oil Prices Surge as Middle East Tensions Escalate

October 20, 2026
Global oil prices climbed sharply on Tuesday, with Brent crude rising about 1.8% to approximately $111 a barrel, approaching five-month highs, as growing security threats in the Middle East heightened concerns over disruptions to global energy supplies. US benchmark West Texas Intermediate

Rwanda Kagame Critic Found Beheaded in Uganda

October 20, 2026
Robert Kabera, a former Rwandan army sergeant major who became a vocal critic of President Paul Kagame, has been found beheaded in neighbouring Uganda, raising fresh concerns about the safety of Rwandan government critics living in exile. Kabera, 50, was found dead

Zelensky Says US Failed to Warn Ukraine of Russian Missiles

October 20, 2026
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has criticised the United States and other international partners for failing to provide advance warnings before recent Russian ballistic missile attacks, raising concerns about intelligence-sharing and Ukraine’s ability to protect civilians and critical infrastructure. Zelensky made the remarks

Kilombero Councillors Praise Tanga Port Investment

October 20, 2026
Councillors from Kilombero District Council have commended President Samia Suluhu Hassan for investments in the Port of Tanga, saying the improvements have strengthened the port’s potential to attract cargo from Tanzania and neighbouring countries. The councillors made the remarks during a study

Mavunde Urges Africa to Unite on Mining

October 20, 2026
Tanzania’s Minister for Minerals, Anthony Peter Mavunde, has called on African countries to strengthen cooperation in managing and developing mineral resources, saying greater collaboration is essential to industrialisation, job creation and sustainable economic growth across the continent. Mavunde made the remarks on

TADB Wins Agricultural Financing Excellence Award In Dubai

October 19, 2026
The Tanzania Agricultural Development Bank (TADB) has won the Excellence in Agricultural Financing Solutions – Tanzania award at the Global Brand Awards 2026 held in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. TADB Managing Director Frank Nyabundege received the award, which recognises the bank’s contribution

Tanzania Invests $425 Million In Higher Education

October 19, 2026
Tanzania has invested more than $425 million in higher education through a partnership with the World Bank, with Mkwawa University College of Education (MUCE) receiving more than TZS 30 billion for infrastructure development. Vice-President Deogratius Ndejembi announced the investment on October 18,

Tanzania Urges Early Breast Cancer Detection

October 19, 2026
Tanzania’s Deputy Minister for Health, Dr Florence Samizi, has urged citizens to prioritise breast health checks and seek medical attention promptly whenever they notice unusual changes in their breasts, stressing that early detection improves the chances of successful treatment. Dr Samizi made
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