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Will 100-Shilling Mobile Tax Hurt Citizens Most?

A proposed 100-shilling levy on every mobile money transaction in Tanzania has triggered a growing national debate over the cost of living, digital finance, and government revenue collection strategies, as citizens continue to weigh its potential impact on daily economic life. The
April 20, 2026

Boniface Jacob Denied Bail, Case Adjourned to October

Former Ubungo Mayor, Boniface Jacob, has been denied bail as of September 26, 2024, following a new application submitted by the Government’s legal team at the Kisutu Resident Magistrate’s Court. The decision came after a scheduled ruling on an earlier government application
September 27, 2024

 Motion Against Kenya’s Deputy President Gains Momentum

Efforts to oust Kenya’s Deputy President Rigathi Gachagua through a no-confidence motion are gaining traction as several lawmakers confirm they have signed in support of the initiative. Owen Baya, the Deputy Majority Leader in the National Assembly, confirmed last evening that the
September 27, 2024

Tigo Denies Allegations of Leaking Lissu’s Data

Honora Tanzania Public Limited Company (“TIGO”) has distanced itself from allegations of leaking the phone records of the Vice Chairman of Chadema (Mainland), Tundu Lissu, stating that Tigo’s current parent company did not own the business during the reported incident. This statement
September 27, 2024

Diplomacy in Ukraine War Focuses on Weapons, not Peace

Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has called for a new peace summit in November, welcoming Russia’s participation. However, Western diplomats and officials are debating whether the Ukrainian and Russian militaries are too exhausted to continue fighting or if negotiations could be on the
September 26, 2024

 Strong Leadership Needed for Community Development

The President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, has called on citizens of Litola ward in Namtumbo district, Ruvuma region, to actively participate in the upcoming local government elections scheduled for November. Speaking to the community on Thursday,
September 26, 2024

Tanzanian President Reshuffles Leadership of Various Boards

Tanzanian President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan has made appointments to various boards in an effort to strengthen leadership and management in public institutions. In this reshuffle, Dr. Hassan appointed David Chimbi as the Chairman of the Board of Tanzania Telecommunications Corporation Limited
September 26, 2024
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