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Samia, Mahama Hold Talks in Arusha

The President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Samia Suluhu Hassan, on March 2, 2025, held bilateral talks with the President of the Republic of Ghana, John Dramani Mahama, at the Arusha State House. President Mahama arrived in the northern region of
March 2, 2026

China Stands Firm Amid Rising U.S. Tariff Pressure

China has pushed back firmly against the latest round of U.S. tariffs, saying the measures will not derail the country’s long-term economic progress. In a clear show of confidence, Chinese officials emphasized that the fundamentals of their economy remain solid, even as
April 16, 2025

Putin Surprises Crowd, Speaks German to Citizenship Seeker

Russian President Vladimir Putin surprised both the audience and viewers across the country by responding fluently in German to a man requesting help with his Russian citizenship application. The exchange took place during a community-focused event in the Kaluga Region, where a
April 16, 2025

CHADEMA Raises Legal Concerns Over Election Rules

Tanzania’s main opposition party, CHADEMA, has raised serious constitutional concerns over new electoral conduct regulations introduced ahead of the 2025 General Election. The party argues that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has overstepped its legal mandate by using the new rules
April 16, 2025

CCM Adjusts Internal Poll Schedule Ahead of Elections

 Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) has officially announced a change in the timeline for selecting its candidates for parliamentary, local council, and Zanzibar House of Representatives seats ahead of Tanzania’s 2025 General Election. The announcement was made on Tuesday, April 16, 2025, by
April 16, 2025

Opposition Criticizes Tanzania’s Election Code Enforcement

 Tensions are rising in Tanzania’s political landscape after the country’s main opposition party, CHADEMA, was disqualified from participating in the upcoming October 2025 general elections. The disqualification follows the party’s refusal to sign the Code of Ethics issued by the Independent National
April 15, 2025

Lusinde Criticizes National Job System in Parliament

 In a passionate address in Parliament on Monday, April 14, 2025, Livingstone Lusinde, the Member of Parliament for Mvumi (CCM), raised serious concerns about the country’s current employment system. He argued that the system is failing to fairly serve the people of
April 15, 2025

Senegal Begins Formal Talks to Join BRICS Bloc

 Senegal has officially opened negotiations to become a member of the BRICS group of emerging economies, in a move that signals its growing ambition to strengthen its global economic footprint and deepen ties with countries shaping a new multipolar world order. The
April 15, 2025

Kabudi Highlights Four Years of Government Progress

The Minister for Information, Culture, Arts and Sports, Prof. Palamagamba Kabudi, on April 14, 2025, shared a detailed reflection on the achievements of the Sixth Phase Government over the past four years, during a press briefing held at the MAELEZO Auditorium in
April 15, 2025

TLS President Faults Interpretation of Electoral Laws

 President of the Tanganyika Law Society (TLS), Advocate Boniface Mwabukusi, has raised serious concerns over what he describes as a misleading interpretation of the law by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), regarding the role of political parties in the upcoming elections.
April 15, 2025

Trump Delays Tech Tariffs to Ease Consumer Impact

President Donald Trump has paused a new wave of tariffs that would have hit smartphones, laptops, and key electronic components imported from countries like China. The decision offers a temporary breather to tech companies and everyday consumers alike, many of whom had
April 14, 2025
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