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US Plans Ebola Treatment Facility in Kenya Amid Outbreak

 The United States is planning to establish a quarantine and treatment facility in Kenya for American citizens exposed to Ebola, according to international media reports, as the deadly outbreak linked to the Bundibugyo strain continues to spread across parts of Central and
May 28, 2026

Tanzania’s Democracy at a Crossroads Again

In 1992, Tanzania took a defining step toward political transformation by embracing a multiparty system — a shift led by the country’s founding father, Mwalimu Julius Nyerere. At the time, the move was hailed as a milestone in the country’s pursuit of
May 14, 2025

Rwanda and DRC to Sign Peace Accord in June

Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) are set to sign a peace agreement in mid-June, with the signing ceremony to take place at the White House, according to Rwandan Foreign Minister Olivier Nduhungirehe. This deal, which comes after years
May 13, 2025

Zelensky Calls for Ceasefire Amid Escalation

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has renewed his call for a “full and unconditional” ceasefire with Russia, as tensions continue to rise along the frontlines of the ongoing war. The proposal comes just days ahead of a potential high-level meeting with Russian President
May 13, 2025

Tanzania Redraws Electoral Map Ahead of Elections

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of Tanzania has introduced eight new parliamentary constituencies and renamed 12 existing ones. These changes are part of preparations for the country’s upcoming general elections, scheduled for October 2025. Speaking to the press at INEC headquarters
May 13, 2025

U.S. and China Agree to Temporary Trade Truce

The United States and China have agreed to a temporary easing of trade tensions, slashing tariffs for a 90-day period as both sides seek a broader resolution to their economic standoff. As part of the deal, the U.S. has reduced its tariffs
May 13, 2025

Tanzania Pays Tribute to Cleopa David Msuya

The body of former Tanzanian Prime Minister and First Vice President Cleopa David Msuya arrived this morning at Kilimanjaro International Airport (KIA), marking the beginning of a state-led farewell to one of the country’s most distinguished public servants. Msuya, who passed away
May 12, 2025

Tanzanian Foreign Minister Delivers Message to Museveni

Tanzania’s Minister of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation, Mahmoud Thabit Kombo, landed in Kampala on Monday, May 12, carrying a special message from President Samia Suluhu Hassan to Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni. Minister Kombo was warmly received at Entebbe International Airport
May 12, 2025

Tanzania’s Prime Minister Majaliwa Joins Africa CEO Forum Talks

Tanzania’s Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa arrived in Abidjan on Monday to represent President Samia Suluhu Hassan at this year’s Africa CEO Forum, a high-level summit bringing together top government officials and business executives from across the continent. Majaliwa was received at Félix-Houphouët-Boigny
May 12, 2025

Putin Opposes EU Peacekeepers Amid Ukraine Talks

Russian President Vladimir Putin is stepping up diplomatic efforts to find a political resolution to the ongoing Russia–Ukraine conflict, the Kremlin has said. His spokesperson, Dmitry Peskov, emphasized over the weekend that Moscow is committed to diplomacy but firmly opposes the proposed
May 12, 2025
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