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Lissu Challenges Protected Witness in Treason Case

Opposition leader Tundu Lissu, chairman of Tanzania’s main opposition party Chadema, has raised strong objections in the High Court over the use of a protected witness in his ongoing treason trial. Appearing before the Dar es Salaam Sub-Registry on Wednesday, November 12,
November 13, 2025

Dr. Nchimbi Takes Office as Tanzania’s New Vice-President

Tanzania’s new Vice-President, Dr. Emmanuel Nchimbi, officially assumed office on November 4, 2025, at Ikulu Chamwino in Dodoma. The event marked a moment of national reflection and transition as Dr. Philip Mpango, his predecessor, handed over responsibilities after years of dedicated public
November 5, 2025

Tanzania Struggles To Heal After Election Violence

As Tanzania begins to move forward after the tense 2025 general elections, the country faces an emotional reckoning. For many citizens, the past few weeks have left deep scars both visible and invisible. Families and communities are still counting their losses, mourning
November 5, 2025

Tanzania Citizens Resume Daily Life After Election Turmoil

 Following a period of disruption linked to the recent general election, Tanzanian authorities have announced that citizens can resume normal economic and social activities starting Tuesday, 4 November 2025. The decision follows guidance from President Samia Suluhu Hassan during her inauguration speech, signaling a
November 4, 2025

Samia Assumes Office as Tanzania’s Sixth President

President Samia Suluhu Hassan and Vice‑President Emmanuel John Nchimbi were officially sworn into office in a ceremony held at the state parade ground of the presidential residence in Chamwino. Dignitaries from various nations joined Tanzanians in attending the event, which comes at a pivotal
November 4, 2025

Network Restored as Tanzanians Mourn Loved Ones

Late on the evening of 3 November 2025, internet access was restored in Tanzania, ending a government‑ordered blackout that began on 29 October 2025 amid violent protests spreading across major cities. The move came just hours after the inauguration of President Samia Suluhu Hassan and her
November 4, 2025

Calm And Order Mark Tanzania’s 2025 Election Day

The atmosphere was calm, reflective, and filled with optimism  a day when citizens exercised one of democracy’s most powerful rights: the right to vote. At the Sokoine Market polling centre in Longuo B Ward, Moshi Municipal Council, Grace Marealle couldn’t hide her
October 29, 2025

CCM Warns Foreign-Funded Activists Against Destabilizing Tanzania

Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) Secretary for Ideology, Publicity and Training, Kenani Kihongosi, has strongly cautioned individuals he described as “foreign-financed activists” who are allegedly attempting to destabilize Tanzania. Speaking in Mwanza a day before CCM concluded its presidential campaign rallies, Kihongosi emphasized
October 29, 2025