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Tanzania Parliament to Confirm Prime Minister Tomorrow

The National Assembly of Tanzania is set to hold a crucial sitting tomorrow, 13 November 2025, to confirm the appointment of the country’s new Prime Minister and to conduct the election and swearing-in of the Deputy Speaker. The announcement was made by

November 12, 2025

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Ruto Calls for Stronger Democracy Across East Africa

Kenyan President William Ruto has underscored his belief that democracy remains the best system of governance—despite its many challenges. Speaking in Doha, Qatar, on November 9, 2025, during the World Summit for Social Development, Ruto said that genuine democracy thrives where leaders

November 10, 2025

Politics·Tanzania

Lissu’s Treason Trial Begins Without His Presence

The treason trial of Tundu Lissu, chairman of Tanzania’s opposition party Chama cha Demokrasia na Maendeleo (CHADEMA), commenced today at the High Court’s Masjala Ndogo division in Dar es Salaam, notable for the absence of the accused. Lissu was not brought to court due

November 10, 2025

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South Africa Assumes Interim SADC Leadership Role

South Africa has taken over as the Interim Chair of the Southern African Development Community (SADC), following Madagascar’s decision to step down due to domestic political unrest. The announcement was made after an Extraordinary Virtual Summit of SADC Heads of State and

November 10, 2025

Politics·Tanzania

Tanzania’s 13th Parliament Opens Without an Official Opposition

Tanzania’s 13th Parliament officially convenes this week, but once again without an official opposition camp, marking the second consecutive Parliament to operate under one-party dominance. The development has reignited debate about the future of multiparty democracy and parliamentary accountability in the country.

November 10, 2025

Politics·Tanzania

Mussa Zungu Poised to Become Tanzania’s Next Speaker

Veteran lawmaker Mussa Zungu is on the verge of becoming Tanzania’s eighth Speaker of Parliament after members of the ruling party, Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM), overwhelmingly endorsed him as their official candidate ahead of the 13th Parliament’s opening session. In a tightly

November 10, 2025

Politics·Tanzania

ACT-Wazalendo Takes INEC to Court Over Disputed Special Seats

A new political storm is brewing in Tanzania after opposition party ACT-Wazalendo declared it will take the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to court, accusing it of miscalculating votes in a way that unfairly denied the party its rightful share of special-seat

November 10, 2025

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U.S. Boycotts G20 Summit in South Africa Over Rights Dispute

The United States has confirmed that it will not send any government representatives to the upcoming G20 Summit in South Africa, following President Donald Trump’s decision to boycott the event, citing alleged human rights abuses in the host country. In a statement

November 8, 2025

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Ruto Urges Ukraine to Free Detained Kenyans

Kenya’s President William Ruto has appealed to the government of Ukraine to release several Kenyan nationals reportedly being held in the country after being misled into joining the ongoing war against Russia. According to information from State House, President Ruto held a

November 8, 2025

Politics·Tanzania

Ten Wanted as Violence Rocks Multiple Tanzanian Cities

The Tanzania Police Force has released the names of ten individuals wanted in connection with the widespread violence that erupted on 29 October 2025 across major regions including Dar es Salaam, Arusha, Mwanza, Mbeya, Shinyanga, Geita, Songwe, Ruvuma, Mara, Dodoma, Kilimanjaro and Iringa. According to the official

November 8, 2025

Politics·Tanzania

Mwanza Court Detains 172 Over Violent District Clashes

Authorities in Mwanza have brought 172 residents before the Nyamagana District Court to face a series of serious criminal charges, including armed robbery, willful destruction of property, unlawful assembly, and disorderly conduct. The suspects appeared before several magistrates on Friday, November 7,

November 8, 2025

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