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Kagame Challenges West Over Human Rights Authority

Rwandan President Paul Kagame has launched a forceful challenge to Western governments over their approach to human rights and governance, questioning whether Europe has the moral authority to position itself as the world’s primary judge of political values. Speaking during an interview
June 25, 2026

Government, Religious Leaders Boost Cooperation

Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa has reiterated the Tanzanian government’s commitment to collaborate with religious leaders to enhance social cohesion and mobilize citizens for upcoming elections. Speaking at the annual meeting of the Council of Pentecostal Churches in Tanzania (CPCT) at the Central
July 22, 2024

China’s Africa Loans Drop Amid Debt Woes

Chinese lending to African countries significantly decreased in the years leading up to and following the COVID-19 pandemic. However, despite many countries still struggling under the weight of enormous debt, China appears poised to launch new projects in Africa focused on mineral
July 22, 2024

Gambia Maintain Ban onFemale Gental Mutilation

This is a significant victory in the realm of women’s rights. The Gambian Parliament has rejected calls to legalize female genital mutilation (FGM), demonstrating the country’s commitment to protecting the rights of women and girls. In 2015, Gambia declared FGM illegal, a
July 21, 2024

Makonda Found Guilty of Power Abuse

The Human Rights and Good Governance Commission (THBUB) has found Arusha Regional Commissioner Paul Makonda guilty of abusing his power. This verdict comes after an investigation into an incident where Makonda ordered the detention of a local resident for 96 hours without
July 20, 2024

Government Refutes Bankruptcy Claims

Finance Minister Dr. Mwigulu Nchemba has firmly denied recent online claims suggesting that the Tanzanian government is bankrupt and unable to pay its debts. The rumors, which spread via social media, particularly from the Tanzania Leaks account on the platform X (formerly
July 20, 2024
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