MWE Correspondent, Author at Media Wire Express

Tanzania Appoints Mwigulu Nchemba as New Prime Minister

Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan has selected Mwigulu Nchemba as the country’s new Prime Minister of Tanzania. His nomination was read in Parliament on Thursday by Speaker Mussa Zungu and will be subject to approval through a parliamentary vote. Nchemba, who has

November 13, 2025

Health·Tanzania

Few Tanzanian Sex Workers Receive Cervical Screening

A recent study in northern Tanzania has revealed a worrying health gap: less than five percent of female sex workers have ever undergone cervical cancer screening, despite being among the most vulnerable populations. The research, conducted in the Kilimanjaro Region, surveyed 351

November 13, 2025

Politics·Tanzania

Lissu Challenges Protected Witness in Treason Case

Opposition leader Tundu Lissu, chairman of Tanzania’s main opposition party Chadema, has raised strong objections in the High Court over the use of a protected witness in his ongoing treason trial. Appearing before the Dar es Salaam Sub-Registry on Wednesday, November 12,

November 13, 2025

Opportunities·World

Global Leaders Commit to Recognise 160 Million Hectares

World leaders gathered in Belém, Brazil this week ahead of COP30 to announce a groundbreaking pledge to secure the land rights of Indigenous Peoples and local communities across tropical forest nations. The new initiative, known as the Intergovernmental Land Tenure Commitment (ILTC),

November 13, 2025

Opportunities·Tanzania

Farmers at the Heart of East Africa’s Green Transition

At a regional agricultural forum held in Mara, Tanzania, on November 12, 2025, agricultural expert Dr Peter Mlay emphasized that the success of East Africa’s agricultural transformation depends not only on technology but also on empowering the farmers who use it. Speaking

November 12, 2025

Tanzania·Technology & Innovation

Tanzanian Experts Urge Reliable Internet Access for Growth

Technology and policy experts in Tanzania have called on authorities to ensure stable and unrestricted internet access across the country, stressing that connectivity is not a luxury but a crucial pillar for national development. The appeal was made by the Tech &

November 12, 2025

Politics·Tanzania

Tanzania Parliament to Confirm Prime Minister Tomorrow

The National Assembly of Tanzania is set to hold a crucial sitting tomorrow, 13 November 2025, to confirm the appointment of the country’s new Prime Minister and to conduct the election and swearing-in of the Deputy Speaker. The announcement was made by

November 12, 2025

Politics·Tanzania

Speaker Zungu Urges Tanzanian MPs to Uphold Integrity

The Speaker of the National Assembly of Tanzania, Mussa Azzan Zungu, has urged members of the 13th Parliament to respect the dignity of their positions and uphold the trust placed in them by the people. Speaking moments after the swearing-in ceremony of

November 12, 2025

Politics·World

Ethiopia Chosen to Host 2027 COP32 Climate Summit

Ethiopia has been informally selected to host the 32nd UN Climate Change Conference (COP32) in 2027, following backing from the Africa Group of Negotiators (AGN). The announcement was made during the ongoing COP30 talks in Belém, Brazil, where negotiators are discussing urgent

November 12, 2025

Politics·Tanzania

John Heche Denies Claims of Secret Police Release Deal

In Dar es Salaam, opposition leader John Heche has spoken publicly for the first time since his release from police custody, firmly rejecting claims that he and his colleagues were freed through secret negotiations with government authorities. Heche, who serves as the

November 12, 2025

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