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US-Kenyan Soldier Arrested With Explosives

A dual citizen of the United States and Kenya, Charles Onkuri Ongeta, 30, who serves as a US Army Sergeant, was arrested at the Tanzania-Kenya border in Sirari after authorities found him in possession of four CS M68 hand-launched grenades, the Tarime–Rorya
November 17, 2025

ELECTORAL REFORMS: Samia wins MPs accolades

Members of Parliament have commended President Samia Suluhu Hassan for her commitment to enhancing democracy and good governance in the country. The MPs praised Dr Samia particularly for allowing the three electoral reforms bills to be debated in the National Assembly. According
February 1, 2024

MPs demand provision in electoral bill to curb GBV

Members of Parliament have demanded the government to include a provision in the Presidential, Parliamentary and Local Government Elections Bill 2023, to recognize Gender Based Violence (GBV) and harassment in polls as election offenses. They said the move will help to address
February 1, 2024

Over 39,000 water wells drilled countrywide

A total of 39,659 water wells have been drilled countrywide which has enhanced water accessibility and availability from 70.1 to 84 per cent in 2021 to 77 and 88 per cent in December 2022 in rural and urban areas respectively. And, a
January 31, 2024

MPs propose additional changes on electoral bills

The Parliamentary Committee on Governance, Constitution and Legal Affairs has proposed further amendments on three electoral reforms bills which were tabled, on Monday in the National Assembly for the second reading to ensure smooth execution. The bills which intend to bolster good
January 31, 2024
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