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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

Tanzania

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

Politics·Tanzania

Singida Regional Commissioner Issues Revenue Management Directives

The Regional Commissioner of Singida, Hon. Halima Dendego, has instructed regional leaders to closely monitor all revenue sources and ensure that all procedures are accurately followed. Speaking at a working session held on August 29, 2024, Dendego emphasized the importance of financial

August 30, 2024

Sports·World

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

Tanzania·Travel

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

World

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

Education·Tanzania

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

Politics·Tanzania

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

Health·Tanzania

Resident Killed in Brutal Attack, Family Injured

Resident Michael Richard, a 26-year-old from Mbuyuni in Kizota ward, Dodoma, was brutally murdered in his home in the early hours of August 28th, leaving the community in shock and fear. The attackers, who remain unidentified, also severely injured Richard’s wife, Agnes

August 29, 2024

World

Namibia to Cull Wild Animals Amid Drought Crisis

Namibia’s Environment Ministry has announced a controversial plan to cull 723 wild animals, including 83 elephants, to address severe food shortages exacerbated by an unprecedented drought affecting southern Africa. The drastic measure is aimed at alleviating human-wildlife conflicts and distributing meat to

August 28, 2024

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