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Prisoners Escape Mozambique Jail Amid Election Unrest

Over 1,500 inmates escaped from a prison in Mozambique, taking advantage of ongoing political unrest fueled by disputed election results, police reported. Thirty-three people were killed, and 15 others injured in clashes with guards, said police chief Bernardino Rafael during a press
December 26, 2024

Tanzania’s Tax Reforms Aim for Inclusive Growth

Tanzania is embarking on an ambitious journey to reform its tax system, aiming to drive inclusive economic growth and reduce income inequality. The government, under President Samia Suluhu Hassan, has outlined several measures to expand the tax base, enhance compliance, and promote
December 26, 2024

Trump Vows to Withdraw U.S. from WHO

Donald Trump’s transition team is pushing to pull the US out of the World Health Organization on the first day of the new administration, according to experts who warn of the “catastrophic” impact it would have on global health.   Members of Trump’s
December 26, 2024

Lugumi Builds Apartments for Orphans in Dar es Salaam

Billionaire Saidi Lugumi  revealed today that he is currently supporting more than 800 orphans from various parts of Dar es Salaam, providing them with essentials such as food, clothing, shelter, education, and healthcare. Lugumi stated that his efforts are driven by a
December 25, 2024

REA Expands Access to Affordable Cooking Gas in Shinyanga

The Rural Energy Agency (REA) is taking significant steps to make clean cooking energy more accessible and affordable for rural communities in Shinyanga Region. Through a project worth TZS 545.54 million, REA plans to distribute 13,020 six-kilogram gas cylinders at a subsidized
December 21, 2024

Former Simba CEO Appointed as Rwanda’s Sports Secretary

François Régis Uwayezu, a seasoned administrator with a diverse career in sports and public service, has been appointed as the Permanent Secretary in Rwanda’s Ministry of Sports. This announcement, made by Prime Minister Edouard Ngirente on December 20, 2024, follows a presidential
December 21, 2024

Mozambique Declares Two Days to Mourn Cyclone Victims

Mozambique is reeling from the devastation caused by Cyclone Chido, which claimed at least 73 lives and left countless others grappling with loss and destruction. In response, the government has declared two days of national mourning, set to begin at midnight on
December 21, 2024
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