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Tanzania Assures Security Ahead Of Sabasaba Finale

Tanzania has assured citizens, businesses and international visitors that comprehensive security measures are in place ahead of the climax of the 50th Dar es Salaam International Trade Fair (DITF), popularly known as Sabasaba, as authorities seek to encourage strong public participation in
July 4, 2026

Minister Orders Action Over Delayed Road Project

Tanzania’s Minister of Construction has directed security agencies to detain and question contractors responsible for prolonged delays in a major road project, accusing them of failing to honour their obligations despite the Government making timely payments. The directive follows growing frustration over
November 21, 2025

Samia Launches Independent Inquiry Commission on Violence

Tanzania’s President, [Samia Suluhu Hassan], has officially inaugurated the Independent Commission to investigate incidents of civil unrest that occurred during and after the [2025 Tanzanian general election]. Speaking at the ceremony held at Ikulu Chamwino in Dodoma on November 20, 2025, the
November 20, 2025

Kenyan Authorities Accused of Targeting Young Protesters Online

Amnesty International has revealed that Kenyan authorities allegedly used digital tools and online networks to intimidate and suppress young activists, particularly members of [Generation Z], who led mass protests between 2024 and 2025. The protests, which initially opposed a controversial [Finance Bill],
November 20, 2025

Mudavadi Denies Ruto Family Profiting From Labour Program

Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs, [Musalia Mudavadi], has strongly dismissed claims that President William Ruto’s family benefits financially from the government’s labour export scheme to Saudi Arabia. Speaking before Parliament on Wednesday, Mudavadi addressed allegations stemming from a report
November 20, 2025

AU Board Sets New Agenda Against Corruption

Members of the African Union Advisory Board Against Corruption (AUABC) have begun a six-day strategy retreat in Arusha, gathering to reassess how the continent can confront corruption at a time when financial losses continue to rise sharply. According to new estimates, Africa
November 20, 2025

Tanzania’s Main Opposition Rejects Presidential Probe

Tanzania’s opposition party CHADEMA (Chama cha Demokrasia na Maendeleo) has publicly rejected the commission formed by President Samia Suluhu Hassan to investigate the post-election violence following the October 29, 2025 poll. In a statement signed by Vice-Chairperson John Heche, the party described the inquiry
November 19, 2025
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