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Tanzania High Court Dismisses Lissu Objections Case

The High Court of Tanzania, Dar es Salaam Sub-Registry, has dismissed preliminary objections seeking to block opposition figure Tundu Lissu from being joined in an ongoing property division case involving senior officials of Chama cha Demokrasia na Maendeleo (CHADEMA). The ruling, delivered
March 3, 2026

Trump Accuses Ukraine Of Provoking War With Russia

President Donald Trump has criticized Volodymyr Zelenskyy, saying he was “disappointed” that the Ukrainian leader complained about being left out of  talks bewteen  the US and Russia  over ending the Ukraine war. Trump also blamed Kyiv for Moscow’s invasion , expressing increased
February 19, 2025

Tanzania Pushes for Investment Treaty Reforms

The Attorney General of Tanzania Hamza Johari, has emphasized the need for the country to update its investment laws in order to keep up wit h the fast-changing global economy and technological advancements. He made these comments during a recent meeting at
February 19, 2025

Museveni Responds to Besigye’s Arrest and Legal Issues

Uganda’s President, Yoweri Museveni, has weighed in on the ongoing controversy surrounding the detention of Dr. Kizza Besigye, saying that the real question shouldn’t be why Dr. Besigye was remanded, but rather why he was arrested in the first place. “If we’re
February 19, 2025

Simiyu Region Launches Clean Cooking Gas Initiative

The government has taken another step in promoting clean energy by launching the distribution of 6-kilogram cooking gas cylinders in Simiyu Region. The initiative, led by Regional Commissioner Kenani Kihongosi, aims to encourage residents to shift from firewood and charcoal to cleaner
February 19, 2025

Authorities Destroy 336 Acres of Cannabis in Dodoma

Authorities in Tanzania have intensified their fight against illegal drug cultivation after uncovering and destroying 336 acres of cannabis farms hidden within Ikome Forest Reserve in Kondoa District, Dodoma Region. The operation, led by the Drug Control and Enforcement Authority (DCEA) in
February 19, 2025

United Nations Appeals for $6 Billion in Sudan Aid

The United Nations has issued an urgent appeal for $6 billion in humanitarian aid to support millions of people affected by the ongoing crisis in Sudan. The call comes as the country faces an escalating humanitarian emergency, with severe shortages of food,
February 18, 2025

Election Commission Urges Party Agents to Respect Roles

The National Electoral Commission (NEC) has asked political party agents to avoid interfering with the work of voter registration officials during the ongoing voter registry update. The commission is keen to ensure a smooth, transparent process as part of preparations for the
February 18, 2025

More Than 10,000 Refugees Flee DRC to Burundi

Thousands of people have crossed into Burundi in the past few days, seeking refuge from the ongoing violence in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Over 10,000 refugees have arrived since February 14, as reported by Burundi’s Ministry
February 18, 2025
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