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Zimbabwe Halts Lithium Exports Amid Industry Overhaul

Zimbabwe has announced the immediate and indefinite suspension of all raw mineral and lithium concentrate exports, citing concerns over malpractice, revenue leakages, and weak regulatory oversight in the mining sector. The government says the move is aimed at strengthening domestic processing, boosting
February 26, 2026

Tanzania Plans National Farewell for Edwin Mtei

Tanzania is preparing to honor the life and legacy of Edwin Mtei, a pioneering economist and opposition leader whose contributions helped shape the country’s democratic and financial institutions. The funeral for the late Mtei is scheduled for Saturday, January 24, 2026, according
January 22, 2026

Bobi Wine Says Life Threatened After Uganda Election

Uganda’s leading opposition figure, Robert Kyagulanyi, widely known as Bobi Wine, has confirmed that he is currently in hiding, citing serious fears for his personal safety following the country’s disputed general election. In a rare interview with international media, the opposition leader
January 22, 2026

Heche Hails Mtei Legacy as Democratic Transformation

Senior opposition leader John Heche has described the late Edwin Mtei as one of the most influential architects of Tanzania’s democratic and economic transformation, saying his legacy goes far beyond founding a political party and instead lies in the policy reforms and
January 22, 2026

European Parliament Freezes US Trade Agreement Talks

The European Parliament has put negotiations on a proposed trade agreement with the United States on hold, reflecting rising political tensions between Washington and European capitals. The move follows strong objections from lawmakers over recent statements and actions by US President Donald
January 22, 2026

CCM Denies Role in CHADEMA Activities Suspension

Tanzania’s ruling party, Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM), has dismissed allegations linking it to the court-ordered suspension of political activities by the main opposition party, Chama cha Demokrasia na Maendeleo (CHADEMA), saying the move is purely the result of internal disputes within the
January 22, 2026

Trump Pushes Fresh Nile Dam Diplomacy Effort

 United States President Donald Trump has indicated his willingness to help revive long-stalled negotiations between Egypt and Ethiopia over the controversial hydroelectric dam on the Nile, signaling a renewed push for dialogue on one of Africa’s most sensitive water disputes. Trump made
January 22, 2026

Concerns Grow Over Besigye’s Health in Detention

The opposition People’s Front for Freedom has raised serious concerns over the deteriorating health of its leader, veteran politician Kizza Besigye, saying his condition has significantly worsened while he remains in detention. The party warned that the situation has reached a critical
January 21, 2026

Trump Renews Greenland Claim, Sparking Global Tensions

United States President Donald Trump has once again placed Greenland at the center of international attention after firmly restating his position that the territory should fall under U.S. control, declaring there would be “no turning back” on the issue. His remarks, delivered
January 21, 2026

TRA Expands Training on Digital Tax Services

The Tanzania Revenue Authority has rolled out a new public training programme designed to help taxpayers and business operators better understand and use the Integrated Domestic Revenue Administration System, a digital platform that now sits at the centre of domestic tax management
January 21, 2026
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