Joseph Isangura, Author at Media Wire Express

Samia, Iran and United States Impact Global Oil Security

President Samia Suluhu Hassan today urged swift national action to safeguard Tanzania’s energy stability, amid rising global tensions involving Iran, the United States, and other international players that have sent crude prices surging and rattled energy markets. Speaking in Dar es Salaam

March 3, 2026

Politics·Tanzania

“Our Nation Is One, Serve Without Division,” Nchimbi Says

Tanzania’s Vice President, Emmanuel Nchimbi addressed hundreds of monks and faithful inside the Catholic Church of the Pilgrimage of the Virgin Mary in Pugu, Dar es Salaam, during the Requiem Mass for the late retired Archbishop of Dar es Salaam, Polycarp Cardinal

February 28, 2026

Politics·Travel·World

Tanzania Revokes Ship Registration After El Salvador Seizure

Tanzania has confirmed that a vessel recently detained in El Salvador was registered under its flag through Zanzibar, stressing that the incident should not tarnish the nation’s international reputation. Officials emphasized that the ship was operating outside Tanzanian waters when authorities in

February 28, 2026

Tanzania·Travel

Dar Es Salaam Says Goodbye to Commuter Buses

Dar es Salaam is preparing for a major shift in urban transport as the city’s authorities move to phase out conventional commuter buses along the Mbagala Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) corridor. The government has confirmed that licenses for these buses, commonly known

February 28, 2026

Education·Technology & Innovation·World

Technology, Education Drive Tz–Singapore Cooperation in 2026

The President of the United Republic of Tanzania, H.E. Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, met with the Ambassador of Singapore to Tanzania, H.E. Douglas Foo, at the State House in Dar es Salaam to discuss ways to strengthen bilateral cooperation between the two

February 27, 2026

Tanzania·Technology & Innovation·World

SADC Praises Tanzania Clean Cooking Energy Strategy

The Southern African regional bloc has commended Tanzania’s approach to expanding access to clean cooking energy, describing it as a practical and results-driven model that could be replicated across the region. The remarks were made during a ministerial dialogue on sustainable energy

February 27, 2026

Tanzania·Technology & Innovation

Committee Inspects Progress at Julius Nyerere Dam

A government oversight committee has expressed satisfaction with the progress and performance of the Julius Nyerere Hydropower Project following an official inspection visit conducted on February 26, 2026. The visit focused on evaluating electricity production, infrastructure readiness, and the broader economic impact

February 27, 2026

Opportunities·World

Tiwa Savage Launches Music Foundation Empowering Africa

Global Afrobeats superstar Tiwa Savage is taking a bold step to shape the future of African music. The 46-year-old singer has announced the launch of the Tiwa Savage Music Foundation, an initiative aimed at providing young African musicians with access to world-class

February 26, 2026

Politics·World

Zimbabwe Halts Lithium Exports Amid Industry Overhaul

Zimbabwe has announced the immediate and indefinite suspension of all raw mineral and lithium concentrate exports, citing concerns over malpractice, revenue leakages, and weak regulatory oversight in the mining sector. The government says the move is aimed at strengthening domestic processing, boosting

February 26, 2026

Politics·Tanzania

Court Appeal Throws Tundu Lissu Trial Into Limbo

The treason trial facing opposition leader Tundu Lissu has been put on hold indefinitely, introducing fresh uncertainty into a case that has drawn nationwide attention and stirred debate about politics, justice, and the rule of law in Tanzania. The unexpected pause came

February 26, 2026

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