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Chadema Defies Registrar Over Leadership Row

Tanzania’s main opposition party, Chama cha Demokrasia na Maendeleo (Chadema), has rejected a directive from the Office of the Registrar of Political Parties annulling recent leadership appointments within the party. The decision, issued on Monday, May 13, 2025, nullified the confirmation of
May 15, 2025

Duterte Wins Mayoral Election While Detained in Hague

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte appeared poised to win the mayoralty of his hometown by a significant margin on Monday, despite being detained at the International Criminal Court on murder charges related to crimes against humanity. With 80% of votes tallied in
May 14, 2025

China Cautions UK Over New US Trade Deal

China has voiced strong opposition to the newly signed UK-US trade agreement, warning that the deal may undermine global trade principles and unfairly isolate Chinese interests. The agreement, which was finalized last week, grants British exporters reduced tariffs on products like automobiles
May 14, 2025

Industry Ministry Seeks $135 Billion Budget Approval

The Ministry of Industry and Trade has presented its financial estimates for the 2025/2026 fiscal year, seeking parliamentary approval for a total budget of TZS 135.8 billion, aimed at strengthening the country’s industrial and commercial sectors. Presenting the budget before the National
May 14, 2025

Tanzania’s Democracy at a Crossroads Again

In 1992, Tanzania took a defining step toward political transformation by embracing a multiparty system — a shift led by the country’s founding father, Mwalimu Julius Nyerere. At the time, the move was hailed as a milestone in the country’s pursuit of
May 14, 2025

Tanzania Makes Sign Language Training Mandatory

The government of Tanzania has announced that sign language training will become a mandatory part of all teacher training programs. The move is designed to help educators effectively communicate with students of all abilities, including those with special needs. The announcement was
May 14, 2025

Rwanda and DRC to Sign Peace Accord in June

Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) are set to sign a peace agreement in mid-June, with the signing ceremony to take place at the White House, according to Rwandan Foreign Minister Olivier Nduhungirehe. This deal, which comes after years
May 13, 2025
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