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SIPRI Warns Peacekeeping Missions at Risk Globally

 A new report released today by the Stockholm International Peace Research Institute (SIPRI) has raised serious concerns about the future of international stability efforts, warning that peacekeeping missions across the world are facing mounting pressure due to declining troop contributions, funding shortages,
May 26, 2026

Lissu Announces Bid for CHADEMA National Chairmanship

Tundu Lissu, the Deputy Chairman of CHADEMA in mainland Tanzania, has officially announced his decision to pursue the party’s National Chairmanship in the upcoming elections, stepping away from his earlier intentions to contest the Deputy Chairman role for Tanganyika. In a statement
December 12, 2024

White House Welcomes Gallant Despite ICC Warrant

Former Israeli Defense Minister Yoav Gallant, who is wanted by the International Criminal Court (ICC) for alleged crimes against humanity, recently visited the White House for a meeting with Brett McGurk, President Joe Biden’s Middle East envoy. This visit comes just weeks
December 12, 2024

South Korean Ex-Defense Minister Attempts Suicide in Custody

Former South Korean Defense Minister Kim Yong-hyun has reportedly attempted suicide while in detention, as the country grapples with a political crisis triggered by President Yoon Suk Yeol’s controversial martial law proposal. Kim, arrested on Sunday, is the first individual to be
December 11, 2024

 Chadema Pushes for Electoral Reform in Court

Tanzania’s opposition party, Chadema, is preparing to take legal action to demand changes to the country’s electoral system. Party chairman Freeman Mbowe announced this decision on December 10, 2024, following a review of the recent local government elections held on November 27,
December 11, 2024

CHADEMA Demands Reforms for Fair Elections in 2025

The Central Committee of CHADEMA, Tanzania’s leading opposition party, has doubled down on its call for constitutional and electoral reforms, insisting that these are essential to ensuring free and fair elections in 2025. During a press conference on Tuesday, December 10, 2024,
December 10, 2024

President Samia Pardons 1,548 Prisoners Nationwide

In a gesture of hope and compassion, President Samia has pardoned 1,548 prisoners across the country as Tanzania celebrates its 63rd Independence Anniversary. The move, aimed at giving individuals a fresh chance to reintegrate into society, was announced by Daniel Sillo, the
December 10, 2024

Tanzania To Nominates Prof. Janabi for WHO Post

President Samia Suluhu has announced Tanzania’s decision to nominate Professor Mohamed Janabi as a candidate for the position of Regional Director for the World Health Organization (WHO) Africa Region. During a swearing-in ceremony for newly appointed leaders in Tunguu, Zanzibar, on December
December 10, 2024

German AfD Leader Alice Weidel Demands Halt to Ukraine Aid

Alice Weidel, the Alternative for Germany (AfD) candidate for chancellor, has called for an immediate end to all German funding and arms supplies to Ukraine. In a pointed statement, Weidel argued that Germany’s involvement risks escalating the conflict and jeopardizing peace efforts.
December 10, 2024

Government Cracks Down on Informal Lenders

The Minister of Finance, Mwigulu Nchemba, has reaffirmed the government’s firm stance on tackling informal money lending in Tanzania. Speaking at the First Forum of Financial Sector Stakeholders in Dar es Salaam on December 10, 2024, Nchemba highlighted that informal lenders who
December 10, 2024
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