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Government Strengthens Plans for NHIF Sustainability

The Tanzanian government is actively working to ensure the sustainability of the National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF). This follows concerns raised in parliament about the effective use of health insurance across the country. Deputy Minister of State in the President’s Office (Regional
August 30, 2024

Makonda’s Former Driver Implicated in Fraud

The current Regional Commissioner (RC) of Arusha and former RC of Dar Es Salaam, Paul Makonda has recently disclosed troubling details about fraudulent activities conducted by his former driver during his tenure in Dar Es Salaam. According to Makonda, the driver exploited
August 30, 2024

Rwanda’s President Kagame Fires 216 Military Personnel

Rwandan President Paul Kagame has dismissed 216 soldiers from the Rwanda Defence Force (RDF) amid ongoing restructuring within the military. Among those dismissed are Major General Martin Nzaramba and Colonel Etienne Uwimana. This decision follows the recent appointment of new leadership within
August 30, 2024

Globally Eyes on Gold Prices’ Unprecedented Surge

Gold prices have recently surged to unprecedented levels, reaching heights not seen since record-keeping began in 1970. As of this week, the price of an ounce of gold reached $2,523 (approximately Sh6.85 million), driven by a combination of global economic factors, including
August 30, 2024

Trippier Ends England Career After Euro Final

Kieran Trippier, the right-back for Newcastle United, has officially announced his retirement from international football, marking the end of a significant chapter in his career with England. Trippier, who is 33 years old, made this decision after contributing to England’s run to
August 29, 2024

Parliament Passes Landmark 2024 Airports Bill

The Tanzanian Parliament has approved the 2024 Airports Bill, which is poised to significantly enhance the Tanzania Airports Authority’s (TAA) operational capabilities. The bill, which now awaits President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s signature to become law, is set to transform TAA into a
August 29, 2024

DRC Mpox Outbreak Claims 610 Lives

The Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) is facing a dire Mpox outbreak, with the Ministry of Health reporting 35 additional deaths, pushing the total fatalities to over 600 since the beginning of the year. This alarming increase establishes the DRC as the
August 29, 2024

Tanzania Reforms Legal Education Act for Graduates

The Tanzanian Parliament has passed the 2024 amendment to the Legal Education Act, fundamentally altering the requirements for law graduates in the country. The amendment, spearheaded by Minister of Constitution and Legal Affairs, Prof. Palamagamba Kabudi, was introduced to address the challenges
August 29, 2024

MP Ordered to Present Evidence on Hospital Claims

Speaker of Parliament Dr. Tulia Ackson has directed the Member of Parliament for Ilemela, Dr. Angelina Mabula, to present evidence in Parliament tomorrow regarding allegations that Sangabuye Health Center in Ilemela Municipality, Mwanza Region, accommodates men, women, and children in a single
August 29, 2024
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