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Zimbabwe Halts Lithium Exports Amid Industry Overhaul

Zimbabwe has announced the immediate and indefinite suspension of all raw mineral and lithium concentrate exports, citing concerns over malpractice, revenue leakages, and weak regulatory oversight in the mining sector. The government says the move is aimed at strengthening domestic processing, boosting
February 26, 2026

Kabudi Appointed to Strategic State Minister Role

Tanzania’s President, Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, has appointed Professor Palamagamba John Aidan Kabudi as Minister of State in the President’s Office, State House (Special Duties), signaling a strategic reshuffle at the heart of the country’s executive leadership. The announcement was made late
January 9, 2026

President Samia Appoints Makonda Information Minister

 President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, has appointed Paul Christian Makonda as the new Minister for Information, Culture, Arts and Sports, continuing a series of Cabinet adjustments aimed at strengthening government performance and public communication. The appointment
January 9, 2026

Kigali Refugees Call for Action on Hate Speech

Congolese refugees living in Rwanda have renewed their appeal to the international community, calling for firm action against what they describe as persistent hate speech targeting Tutsi communities and the Banyamulenge in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The appeal was made
January 8, 2026

Anti-Graft Agency Clarifies Cash Seizure Amount

 Tanzania’s anti-corruption authority has moved to clear the air after conflicting reports emerged over a high-profile cash seizure linked to the arrest of two foreign nationals in Dar es Salaam, saying the amount recovered was significantly lower than initially claimed. The Prevention
January 8, 2026
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