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Mikumi Airport Set For November Completion

Tanzania is moving closer to completing a modern airstrip inside Mikumi National Park, with the Kikoboga Airport project expected to be handed over by November 15, 2026, in a development aimed at improving air access to one of the country’s important wildlife
September 30, 2026
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Mauritanian President Gets 15-year Prison Sentence

An appeals court in Mauritania sentenced former President Mohamed Ould Abdel Aziz to 15 years in prison and imposed a $3 million fine on Wednesday after he appealed a previous five-year sentence. Aziz, who played a role in two coups, served two
May 14, 2025
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Tanzania Scales Up Rural Power Access Project

The Government of Tanzania is extending electricity to under-served regions, with a focus on fishing communities, small-scale mining, industrial zones, and social service centers. Deputy Minister of Energy, Judith Kapinga, addressed Parliament today, affirming that over 300 locations have already been connected
May 14, 2025
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Duterte Wins Mayoral Election While Detained in Hague

Former Philippine President Rodrigo Duterte appeared poised to win the mayoralty of his hometown by a significant margin on Monday, despite being detained at the International Criminal Court on murder charges related to crimes against humanity. With 80% of votes tallied in
May 14, 2025
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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
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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
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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
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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
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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
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