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Turkish-Tanzanian Businessman Shot Dead in Kinondoni

A Turkish-born Tanzanian businessman, Alptekin Zeynelabidin Aksoy, 52, was gunned down by unidentified assailants in broad daylight in the Kinondoni area of Dar es Salaam, sending shockwaves through the local and international business communities. The shooting occurred around 11:30 a.m. on Friday,
July 19, 2025

CCM Postpones Key Nomination Meetings Before Elections

The ruling party Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) has delayed two crucial internal meetings that were expected to shape its candidate lineup for the highly anticipated 2025 Tanzanian general election. The meetings—of the party’s Ethics and Security Committee, initially scheduled for Friday, July
July 19, 2025

Rwanda Approves Washington Accord to End Tensions

the Government of Rwanda has formally endorsed a peace agreement aimed at resolving longstanding tensions with the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). The decision came during a Cabinet meeting held on July 17, 2025, where ministers unanimously approved the accord, originally
July 18, 2025

DRC Catholic Church Rejects Pregnancy School Mandate

The Catholic Church in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) has openly opposed a government directive requiring schools to allow pregnant girls to continue their education alongside other students. In a strongly worded public letter, the National Episcopal Conference of Congo
July 18, 2025

Burkina Faso Junta Axes Election Commission Amid Controversy

The military rulers of Burkina Faso have abolished the country’s Independent National Electoral Commission, CENI, transferring all voting duties to the Ministry of Territorial Administration. State broadcaster RTB relayed the decree on 17 July 2025, quoting officials who called the commission a costly “pipeline for foreign influence.” (AP News) Speaking after
July 18, 2025

East African Oil Pipeline Project Hits Major Milestone

Construction of the ambitious East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) has reached 64.5 percent completion, bringing the region one step closer to unlocking vast economic potential from Uganda’s oil reserves. Stretching 1,443 kilometers (approximately 896 miles), the pipeline will transport crude oil
July 18, 2025

Trump Diagnosed With Chronic Vein Condition

U.S. President Donald J. Trump, 79, has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency—a long-term vascular condition affecting blood circulation in the legs. The announcement came from the White House following a week of speculation over photographs showing swelling and discoloration on his
July 18, 2025

Mbowe Reappears Publicly at Vision 2050 Ceremony

After months away from the spotlight, veteran Tanzanian opposition leader Freeman Mbowe made a notable public return on Thursday, July 17, 2025, during the official unveiling of Tanzania’s Vision 2025–2050. The high-profile event was held at the Jakaya Kikwete Convention Centre (JKCC)
July 18, 2025
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