Hassan Magulumali, Author at Media Wire Express

TPDC to Take Over Songo Songo Gas Operations

The Tanzania Petroleum Development Corporation (TPDC) has been granted licences for the exploration and development of four oil and natural gas blocks, marking a significant step towards strengthening Tanzania’s control over its petroleum resources and expanding the role of its national energy

October 29, 2026

Tanzania·Technology & Innovation

Tanzania Orders Plan to Boost Local Oil and Gas Benefits

Tanzania’s government has directed the Ministry of Energy, through the Petroleum Upstream Regulatory Authority (PURA), to develop a strategic plan that will enable young people and local companies to benefit more from employment, contracts, training and investment opportunities in the country’s oil

October 29, 2026

Politics·Tanzania

Tanzania Records 7,219 Rape Cases In 2025

Tanzania recorded 7,219 rape cases in 2025, prompting the government to intensify calls for the public to report sexual violence and reject private settlements that prevent survivors from accessing justice. Deputy Minister for Community Development, Gender, Women and Special Groups Maryprisca Mahundi

October 28, 2026

Politics·Tanzania

Tanzania Sets TZS 27,000 Electricity Connection Fee

The Tanzanian government has reaffirmed its commitment to connecting residents in qualifying urban areas with rural characteristics to electricity at a subsidised fee of TZS 27,000, as part of efforts to expand access to affordable and reliable power. Deputy Minister for Energy

October 28, 2026

Politics·Tanzania

Kijaji Warns Against Encroachment On Protected Areas

Tanzania’s Minister for Natural Resources and Tourism, Dr Ashatu Kijaji, has urged communities to protect conservation areas, warning that their preservation is essential for environmental sustainability, public welfare and the survival of future generations. Kijaji made the remarks on October 27, 2026,

October 28, 2026

Opinion·World

The Hidden Costs of Fossil Fuel Expansion

Another risk lies in the long-term financial and environmental consequences of expanding fossil fuel infrastructure. Oil fields, gas terminals and power stations require substantial capital and often operate over decades. If global demand shifts faster than expected because of electrification, renewable energy

October 27, 2026

Education·Tanzania

Tanzania Pushes LNG Project Talks to Protect National Interests

Tanzania is intensifying efforts to ensure the proposed Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) project begins implementation as soon as possible, while safeguarding national interests and ensuring that citizens benefit from the country’s natural gas resources. The Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Energy

October 27, 2026

Politics·Tanzania

Homera Inaugurates TZS 1.278 Billion School in Lindi

Tanzania’s Minister for Energy, , has officially inaugurated Likong’o Pre-Primary and Primary School in Lindi Region, constructed at a cost of TZS 1.278 billion under a Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) programme associated with the country’s proposed Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) project. The

October 27, 2026

Politics·World

Iran Vows to Block US Warships From Re-entering Persian Gulf

Iran’s senior military commander, Major General Abdollahi, has vowed that Tehran will not allow US warships to re-enter the Persian Gulf, declaring that Iranian forces are prepared to prevent American naval vessels from accessing the strategic waterway. Abdollahi said Iranian forces

October 24, 2026

Politics·Tanzania

Dar es Salaam Deputy Mayor Announces Two-Week Land Clinic in Kinyerezi

Ilala Deputy Mayor John Ryoba Mrema has announced plans to establish a two-week special land clinic in Kinyerezi Ward, Ilala District, to help residents resolve land-related disputes and access essential public services. Speaking during Kinyerezi Day celebrations, Mrema said the clinic

October 24, 2026

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