MWE Correspondent, Author at Media Wire Express

Tanzania faces ICC dilemma amid US sanctions

The latest decision by the United States to impose sanctions on senior officials of the International Criminal Court (ICC) has renewed an important debate in Tanzania over the country’s relationship with the court and the broader implications of aligning itself with international

August 20, 2026

Business·World

Algerian Company Plans Three Cashew Processing Plants in Tanzania

Algerian cashew processing company Sarl Anacard’Or is planning to expand its investment into Tanzania by establishing three modern cashew processing plants, in a move expected to increase the value of Tanzanian cashews and strengthen the country’s position in the global market. The

August 20, 2026

Opinion·World

Middle East War Exposes Africa’s Vulnerability to Oil Shocks

The ongoing conflict in the Middle East is exposing Africa’s vulnerability to global energy shocks, with disruptions around the Strait of Hormuz pushing up oil prices, shipping costs and the wider cost of doing business across the continent. The crisis has renewed

August 20, 2026

Business·Tanzania

Tanzania’s Mining Sector Drives Industrial Growth Toward $1 Trillion Economy

Tanzania’s mining sector is increasingly becoming a key driver of industrial development as investment in mineral value addition expands and strengthens linkages with other sectors of the economy. The development is supporting the country’s ambition under the National Development Vision 2050 to

August 20, 2026

Health·Tanzania

Tanzania Donates Medical Supplies to Support Ebola Response in DRC

Tanzania’s Minister of Health, Mohamed Mchengerwa, has called on member states to ensure that decisions reached during health-related meetings are effectively implemented through clear coordination mechanisms, stronger regional technical working groups and regular assessment against agreed targets. Mchengerwa said regional health commitments

August 20, 2026

Politics·Tanzania

Kabudi Urges Public to Follow Disaster Safety Guidelines

Minister of State in the Prime Minister’s Office responsible for Policy, Parliament, Coordination and Persons with Disabilities, Prof. Palamagamba Kabudi, has urged the public to follow safety precautions and official guidance issued by experts and relevant authorities to reduce the impact of

August 20, 2026

Politics·World

Trump Suspends 50% Tariffs Against Canada

U.S. President Donald Trump has suspended plans to impose 50% tariffs on Canadian imports, easing immediate trade tensions between the United States and Canada. The decision comes amid ongoing discussions between Washington and Ottawa over trade, economic cooperation and bilateral relations. Trump

August 20, 2026

Business·World

Africa Pushes For Greater Control Of Critical Minerals

African countries are stepping up efforts to gain greater control over the continent’s critical mineral resources as global demand for minerals such as cobalt, lithium, copper, manganese and graphite continues to rise. Africa holds about 30% of the world’s critical mineral reserves,

August 19, 2026

Business·World

Zambia Targets 3 Million Tonnes Of Copper Production

Zambia is targeting annual copper production of 3 million metric tonnes by 2031, an ambitious plan that would more than triple the country’s current output and strengthen its position as one of Africa’s leading copper producers. The target has gained renewed attention

August 19, 2026

Business·World

DRC Bans Copper And Cobalt Concentrate Exports

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) has banned the export of copper and cobalt concentrates, in a move aimed at increasing domestic processing and ensuring the country captures greater value from its mineral resources. The decision was announced through an official order

August 19, 2026

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