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Road Managers Will Be Assessed by Problem-Solving Skills

Minister of Constructions, Abdallah Ulega, has stated that regional managers of the Tanzania National Roads Agency (TANROADS) will be evaluated based on their ability to address challenges during emergencies to ensure all roads in the country remain passable at all times. He
January 5, 2025

Tanzania to Host Africa Energy Summit 2025

Tanzania is set to host the Africa Energy Summit, branded as “Agenda 300,” on January 27-28, 2025. The high-profile event will take place at the Julius Nyerere International Convention Centre (JNICC) in Dar es Salaam. Government Spokesperson Gerson Msigwa emphasized that hosting
January 4, 2025

Tz, Denies Mozambican Refugee Crossings Amid Regional Unrest

Tanzanian authorities have dismissed reports of Mozambicans fleeing into the country despite escalating violence in Mozambique following disputed elections. Officials confirmed that no refugees have crossed the southern border, even as neighboring Malawi continues to see a significant influx of displaced families.
January 4, 2025

Zimbabwe Abolishes Death Penalty in Landmark Move

 Zimbabwe has officially abolished the death penalty, bringing a significant change to the country’s legal system. The move, which is expected to spare around 60 people currently on death row, has been hailed as a major step forward for human rights. Earlier
January 3, 2025

South Korean Military Blocks Arrest of Impeached President

South Korea’s Presidential Security Service, backed by the military, prevented an attempted arrest of recently impeached President Yoon Suk Yeol at his official residence in Seoul. The standoff involved approximately 3,000 police officers and anti-corruption investigators armed with an arrest warrant, sparking
January 3, 2025

Switzerland Bans Face Coverings in Public Spaces

Starting January 1, 2025, Switzerland has officially banned wearing face coverings, such as burqas and niqabs, in public places. The new law, passed after a referendum in 2021, reflects the country’s push to strengthen public safety and uphold its values of transparency
January 2, 2025

Putin Orders Immigrants: Legalize or Leave by April 30

Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a new decree requiring undocumented migrants in Russia to either legalize their status or leave the country by April 30, 2025. The move is part of the government’s broader strategy to address growing nationalist concerns and
January 2, 2025

Biden Administration Faces Criticism Over Ukraine Aid

The Biden-Harris administration recently announced a $2.5 billion assistance package for Ukraine, marking the latest in a series of commitments to support the Eastern European nation amid its ongoing conflict with Russia. While the aid aims to bolster Ukraine’s defenses and provide
January 2, 2025
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