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Cholera Cases Rise in Mbeya Amid Health Measures

Cholera cases in Mbeya have increased, with 22 people now reported to be affected, up from 17 just three days ago. Health authorities have swiftly stepped up efforts to control the spread of the disease. As part of the response, the local

December 12, 2024

Politics·World

White House Welcomes Gallant Despite ICC Warrant

Former Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, who is wanted by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for alleged crimes against humanity, recently visited the White House for a meeting with Brett McGurk, President Joe Biden’s Middle East envoy. This visit comes just weeks

December 12, 2024

Education·Tanzania

Kikwete Envisions UDSM as Africa’s Marine Leader

Former President and Chancellor of the University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM), Jakaya Kikwete, has laid out an ambitious plan to turn UDSM into Africa’s leading institution for marine science research. The focus is on the ongoing renovation and expansion of the

December 12, 2024

Education·Tanzania

UDSM Strengthens Education Through CCCC Book Donation

The University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM) has deepened its academic and cultural ties with China following a significant donation of 200 books from the China Communications Construction Company (CCCC). This marks the company’s second contribution to UDSM, underlining a shared vision

December 12, 2024

Health·Tanzania

Building Owners Face Court Over Kariakoo Collapse

Three building owners linked to the tragic collapse of a multi-story building in Kariakoo are set to appear before the Kisutu Resident Magistrate’s Court today. The defendants, Leondela Mdete, 49, Zenabu Islam, 61, and Ashour Awadh Ashour, 38, face 31 charges of

December 12, 2024

Politics·Tanzania

Chadema Pushes for Electoral Reform in Court

Tanzania’s opposition party, Chadema, is preparing to take legal action to demand changes to the country’s electoral system. Party chairman Freeman Mbowe announced this decision on December 10, 2024, following a review of the recent local government elections held on November 27,

December 11, 2024

Technology & Innovation·World

Climate Shift Accelerates Drylands in Africa, China

The accelerating spread of arid conditions in South Sudan and Tanzania is redefining the relationship between people and the land they rely on. Scientists now rank these two African nations as the fastest-drying countries globally, with vast areas of fertile ground transforming

December 11, 2024

Health·World

Journalists Face Record Deaths Covering Global Conflicts

In 2024, journalism has faced one of its deadliest years on record, with at least 104 journalists losing their lives while on duty. Tragically, nearly half of these fatalities occurred in Gaza, as reporters braved the frontlines of a devastating conflict to

December 11, 2024

Health·World

Kenyan Police Use Tear Gas to Disperse Protesters

Tensions flared in Nairobi, Kenya, when police used tear gas to break up protests highlighting the increasing cases of femicide across the country. The demonstrations, led by activists and women’s rights groups, called for urgent action to address gender-based violence and protect

December 11, 2024

Health·World

Queensland Lab Under Scrutiny for Missing Virus Samples

A biosecurity lapse in Queensland, Australia, has led to the disappearance of 323 vials containing dangerous virus samples, including Hendra virus, Lyssavirus, and Hantavirus. The missing samples, initially stored at the Public Health Virology Laboratory, vanished following a freezer malfunction in 2021.

December 11, 2024

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