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Tanzania-EU Funding Dispute: Who Pays the Economic Price?

The debate over development financing, national sovereignty and political conditionality has intensified in Tanzania following disagreements with the European Union over a €156 million development cooperation programme, raising questions about how political differences between international partners can affect economic development and ordinary
November 6, 2026

Zelensky Urges Russia to Honour Energy Ceasefire

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has welcomed US President Donald Trump’s announcement of an energy ceasefire between Russia and Ukraine, while accusing Moscow of continuing attacks on critical infrastructure and calling for the proposed truce to become reality. In a statement, Zelensky described
October 12, 2026

Trump Thanks Putin for Major Russian Diesel Deal

US President Donald Trump has thanked Russian President Vladimir Putin for agreeing to supply large quantities of diesel to the United States, describing the agreement as a major deal aimed at increasing fuel supplies amid rising energy costs. Speaking to reporters outside
October 12, 2026

Zelensky Challenges Trump on Ukraine Elections

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has responded to US President Donald Trump’s remarks suggesting that Ukraine should hold a presidential election, insisting that the decision on the country’s leadership rests with Ukrainian citizens. Zelensky said that, with respect for Trump, Ukrainians must determine
October 12, 2026

Tanzania Prepares Mkundi Bridge for Heavy Rains

Tanzania’s Ministry of Works has directed authorities to strengthen preparations against heavy rainfall and flooding along the Morogoro–Dumila–Dodoma highway, particularly at Mkundi Bridge in Kilosa District, Morogoro Region, to ensure uninterrupted transport during the rainy season. Minister for Works Masanja Kadogosa issued
October 12, 2026

Tanzania Orders Urambo Water Supply Within Seven Days

Tanzania’s Deputy Minister for Water, Engineer Kundo Mathew, has ordered MEGHA Engineering and Infrastructure to ensure water services begin reaching residents of Urambo within seven days, following delays in the implementation of a major water supply project in Tabora Region. Engineer Kundo
October 12, 2026

Russia Reportedly Prepares $1 Billion Loan For Iran

Russia has reportedly prepared a $1 billion loan for Iran, with some media reports suggesting the funding could represent the first instalment of a proposed $20 billion lending arrangement between Moscow and Tehran. According to the reports, the funds are ready for
October 9, 2026

US Suspends Major Indian Tech Firms From Green Card Programme

The United States has reportedly suspended several major technology companies, including Infosys, Tata Consultancy Services (TCS), Wipro, HCL Technologies and Cognizant, from participating in its Permanent Labour Certification (PERM) programme, a key pathway through which employers sponsor foreign workers for permanent residency.
October 9, 2026

Tanzania Cement Producers Warned Against Price Fixing

Tanzania’s Minister for Industry and Trade, Judith Kapinga, has warned cement manufacturers against price-fixing practices aimed at undermining market competition, saying the government will take action against companies found engaging in such conduct. Kapinga issued the warning during a visit to Mbeya
October 9, 2026
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