Joseph Isangura, Author at Media Wire Express

Education or Leadership: Who Belongs in Parliament?

As political parties ramp up preparations ahead of Tanzania’s October General Election, a lively discussion has taken center stage across the country: What should truly qualify someone to serve in Parliament? Is it having formal education, such as a university degree, or

July 10, 2025

Politics·World

Ruto Tells Police: Shoot to Injure, Not to Kill

Kenya’s President William Ruto has come under both praise and criticism after publicly instructing police to shoot looters and rioters in the legs, rather than use deadly force. The directive follows days of chaos sparked by youth-led demonstrations and widespread public outrage

July 9, 2025

Health·Tanzania

Six Nabbed in Dar es Salaam for Drug Trafficking Plot

Tanzanian anti-drug authorities have arrested six suspects, including two Chinese nationals, following a high-stakes operation that exposed the trafficking of dangerous substances commonly associated with memory loss and criminal activity. Speaking at a press briefing in the commercial capital, Commissioner General Aretas

July 9, 2025

Sports·Tanzania

Africa’s Volleyball Coaches Empowered in Tanzania Drive

The city of Dar es Salaam is buzzing with energy this week—not because of a championship match, but due to an extraordinary gathering of 37 volleyball coaches from across the African continent. They’ve assembled for a prestigious FIVB Level One Coaching Course,

July 9, 2025

Health·Tanzania

Tanzania Wins Global Award for Health Tech

Tanzania has been awarded the WSIS Prizes 2025 in the e-Health category, a prestigious recognition of the country’s bold strides in digital health innovation through the Kadi ya Matibabu project. The award was conferred during the ongoing World Summit on the Information

July 8, 2025

Tanzania·Technology & Innovation

Tanzania Embarks on Nuclear Energy Future

Tanzania has officially announced its intention to integrate nuclear power into its national electricity mix, a historic move that signals the country’s commitment to energy modernization and climate-conscious development. Speaking at the Nuclear Energy Innovation Summit in Kigali, Rwanda on June 30,

July 8, 2025

Politics·Tanzania

Tanzania Hosts Global UN Peacekeeping Trainers Course

Tanzania has become the first African nation—and only the second globally after Italy—to host the prestigious United Nations Staff Officer Training of Trainers (UNSO ToT). This vital course in the international peacekeeping architecture is being conducted at the Tanzania Peacekeeping Training Centre

July 8, 2025

Education·Tanzania

Tanzania’s Form Six Students Shine in 2025 Exams

The National Examinations Council of Tanzania (NECTA) has released the Form Six results for 2025, revealing a stellar national pass rate of 99.95%, the highest on record in recent years. A total of 125,779 candidates from registered secondary schools sat for the

July 7, 2025

Tanzania·Travel

Zanzibar Cargo Delays Persist Amid Congestion

Cargo deliveries destined for Zanzibar have been significantly delayed due to ongoing congestion at Malindi Port, disrupting shipping schedules and affecting supply chains, according to a recent advisory from a major international shipping company. Vessels awaiting berthing at Zanzibar’s main port are

July 7, 2025

Opportunities·Politics·Tanzania

Tanzania’s Fruit Boom Offers New Hope for Farmers

Tanzania’s farming landscape is undergoing a quiet transformation. After decades of dependence on maize as a staple crop, smallholder farmers across the country are shifting toward fruit farming — a move driven by changing global diets, climate realities, and the promise of

July 7, 2025

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