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Wami Ruvu Basin Takes Measures Against El Niño Floods

The Wami Ruvu Basin Water Board is taking precautionary measures to minimise the potential impact of heavy El Niño rainfall, including flooding and damage to riverbanks that could threaten nearby communities.   Omary Kizulwa, a Groundwater Specialist at the Wami Ruvu Basin
October 17, 2026

Kigali Refugees Call for Action on Hate Speech

Congolese refugees living in Rwanda have renewed their appeal to the international community, calling for firm action against what they describe as persistent hate speech targeting Tutsi communities and the Banyamulenge in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The appeal was made
January 8, 2026

Anti-Graft Agency Clarifies Cash Seizure Amount

 Tanzania’s anti-corruption authority has moved to clear the air after conflicting reports emerged over a high-profile cash seizure linked to the arrest of two foreign nationals in Dar es Salaam, saying the amount recovered was significantly lower than initially claimed. The Prevention
January 8, 2026

Maria Nyerere Calls for Unity Through Dialogue

Maria Nyerere, the widow of Tanzania’s founding leader Julius Nyerere, has appealed to Tanzanians to hold firmly onto unity and to use dialogue as the main tool for addressing the challenges currently facing the nation. Speaking at her home in Msasani, Dar
January 8, 2026

Tanzania Tightens Grip on Unaccredited Journalism Practices

Tanzania’s media regulator has raised fresh concern over the re-emergence of individuals carrying out journalistic duties without proper authorization, warning that the practice undermines professionalism and public trust in the media. In a statement issued on January 7, 2026, the Journalists Accreditation
January 8, 2026

China Rejects Any Nation Acting as Global Enforcer

China has strongly rejected the idea that any country has the right to act as the world’s police or claim the role of global judge. Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi emphasized the country’s position during a meeting with foreign dignitaries on Wednesday,
January 7, 2026

Iranian Army Chief Warns Foreign Powers Amid Protests

Iran’s top military commander has issued a sharp warning to foreign nations, emphasizing that Tehran will not tolerate external threats as protests continue across the country. The demonstrations, driven by economic hardship and rising living costs, have attracted international attention, with some
January 7, 2026

U.S. Explores Options, Including Military, Over Greenland

In a development drawing global attention and diplomatic concern, the White House has confirmed that the United States is actively considering a range of options to gain control of Greenland, including   in theory   the potential use of military force. This stance, described
January 7, 2026
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