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Woman Dies in Arusha Abortion Attempt

A woman identified as Irene, a resident of Moivaro Ward in Arusha, was found dead on September 10, 2024, following a failed attempt to terminate her pregnancy. Neighbors, who became concerned when Irene did not emerge from her home in the morning,

September 11, 2024

Politics·Tanzania

Global Call for Independent Probe into Tanzanian Political Killings

Tanzania is currently facing mounting pressure from both local and international actors to launch an independent investigation into a spate of abductions and political killings. Leading the calls is Tundu Lissu, Vice Chairman of the Democratic Change Party, who strongly advocates for

September 11, 2024

Politics·Tanzania

Minister Demands Simplified Water Service System

Minister for Water, Jumaa Awesso, has directed the Rural Water and Sanitation Agency (RUWASA) to ensure that the Government Electronic Payment Gateway (GePG) does not impede water service delivery across the country. The minister stressed that while the system was implemented to

September 11, 2024

Tanzania

Major Clean Energy Conference Announced

Mwananchi Communications Limited (MCL), the Association of Tanzania Oil and Gas Service Providers (ATOGS), and the Tanzania Liquefied Petroleum Gas Association (TZLPGA) have announced their collaboration to host the ‘Energy Connect 2024’ Clean Energy Conference. This landmark event, which signifies a major

September 10, 2024

Education·Tanzania

Tanzania’s PSLE Sets Record with 1.23 Million Candidates.

The National Examination Council of Tanzania (NECTA) has announced that a record-breaking 1,230,780 candidates are set to sit for the Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE) on September 11-12, 2024. This announcement was made by NECTA’s Executive Secretary, Said Mohamed, during a press

September 10, 2024

Politics·Tanzania

Mzee Butiku Urges Action on Criminals in Tanzania

Chairman of the Board of the Mwalimu Nyerere Foundation, Mzee Joseph Butiku, made these remarks in front of the press today, Tuesday, September 10, 2024, in Dar es Salaam. “We Tanzanians are civilized; let us not say we do not know these

September 10, 2024

Politics·World

EU Demands Action on Tanzania’s Violations

The European Union, in collaboration with the ambassadors from member countries including Canada, Norway, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom, has expressed deep concern over recent reports of violence, disappearances, and the deaths of political and human rights activists in Tanzania. In a

September 10, 2024

Education·Tanzania

Tanzania Teachers Face Rising Misconduct Issues

The teaching profession in Tanzania, integral to child development, is facing mounting concerns over ethical breaches. Recent data from the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) reveals troubling trends in teacher misconduct, including inappropriate relationships with students, alcohol abuse, and extreme anger towards pupils.

September 10, 2024

Health·Tanzania

Drug Control Authority Seizes 1,815 kg of Marijuana

The Drug Control and Enforcement Authority (DCEA) has confiscated 1,815 kilograms of marijuana in an operation conducted in Luguruni, Mbezi, and Magomeni areas in Dar Es Salaam. Five individuals have been arrested in connection with this drug seizure. DCEA Commissioner General Aretas

September 10, 2024

Politics·Tanzania

Water Minister Orders Leadership Change in Chato

Minister of Water Jumaa Aweso has directed the removal of Engineer Mali Misango, the Director of the Chato Urban Water Supply and Sanitation Authority (CHAWASSA). This decision was prompted by Misango’s appearance in an alleged state of inebriation during an official meeting,

September 10, 2024

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