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CCM Official Urges Handeni to Support Party

Shaibu Mwanyoka, a member of the Central Committee of the Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) in Tanga Region, has urged the residents of Handeni to support leaders from the ruling party during the upcoming local government elections. Mwanyoka made this appeal while addressing
August 26, 2024

President Samia to Open Key CEO Forum in Arusha

President Samia Suluhu Hassan is set to inaugurate the CEO Forum 2024, a significant three-day event bringing together government board chairpersons and chief executives at the Arusha International Conference Centre (AICC). Organized by the Treasury Registrar’s Office, the forum aims to enhance
August 26, 2024

Authorities Destroy Cannabis Farms in Morogoro Operation

The Drug Control and Enforcement Authority, in collaboration with citizens and other security agencies, conducted a nine-day special operation in Morogoro Region, targeting the villages of Nyarutanga, Lujenge, and Mafumbo in the districts of Morogoro Rural and Kilosa. During the operation in
August 26, 2024

TARURA Implements Strategic Projects in Simiyu Region

The Rural and Urban Roads Agency (TARURA) has successfully implemented various strategic projects in Simiyu Region, including the construction of bridges and roads across districts, municipalities, wards, and villages in the region. This was revealed by the TARURA Simiyu Regional Manager, Engineer
August 26, 2024

Vice President Orders Ministers to Act

Vice President Dr. Philip Mpango has issued a stern directive to sector ministers, urging them to reduce their time spent in office and instead dedicate more efforts to visiting rural areas to address the challenges faced by local communities. This call to
August 24, 2024

Kagame Plans Church Tax to Curb Exploitation

Rwandan President Paul Kagame has announced a proposal to introduce a tax on church collections, responding to growing concerns about the exploitation of vulnerable populations by some religious leaders. Kagame highlighted the rapid increase in churches across Rwanda, many of which have
August 24, 2024

Putin Names Swahili-speaking Envoy To Nairobi Mission.

Russian President Vladimir Putin appoints Vsevolod Tkachenko, a seasoned diplomat with over 40 years of experience, as Russia’s new ambassador to Kenya. This move signals Moscow’s growing interest in a region that houses the UN’s sole headquarters in the southern hemisphere. Mr.
August 21, 2024

Gabon’s Interim Leader Implements Travel Restrictions

Gabon‘s temporary leader, who took control in a coup a year ago, has prohibited members of his interim government from vacationing abroad. General Oligui Nguema has also capped the holiday leave for government officials at one week maximum. These fresh limitations were
August 21, 2024

Thailand Elects Youngest Prime Minister Paetongtarn

Thailand has elected Paetongtarn Shinawatra, 37, as its new Prime Minister, marking the third time a member of the influential Shinawatra family has held the country’s highest office. Paetongtarn’s victory, secured by a significant two-thirds majority in Parliament, follows the controversial ousting
August 17, 2024
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