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Nepal Farmers Struggle After US Aid Cuts

Thousands of smallholder farmers in Nepal are struggling to adapt after the termination of U.S.-funded agricultural development programs that had supported rural communities for years. Among the initiatives affected was Feed the Future, a major USAID-backed program that provided seeds, training, technical
June 12, 2026

President Samia Meets Outgoing Kenyan Envoy

President Samia Suluhu Hassan on Thursday held discussions with Kenya’s outgoing Ambassador to Tanzania, Isaac Njenga, at State House in Dar es Salaam, a meeting that highlighted the steady strengthening of relations between the two East African neighbours. The talks centred on
December 18, 2025

Tanzania Included in New U.S. Travel Restrictions

The United States has placed Tanzania among a group of countries facing new partial travel restrictions that will take effect on January 1, 2026. The announcement, made on December 16, 2025, reflects Washington’s stated concerns about visa compliance, national security, and immigration
December 17, 2025

Tanzania President Calls For Strong, Neutral Military

President of Tanzania and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Samia Suluhu Hassan, has urged military leaders to strengthen the country’s national defence while remaining neutral and professional, warning against any actions that could damage the reputation of the armed forces. The remarks
December 17, 2025

Bobi Wine Condemns Security Action at Kampala Market

Uganda’s opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has strongly criticized security forces over their use of water to disperse civilians at Kalerwe Market in Kampala, an incident that has sparked renewed concern about civil liberties and the protection of
December 17, 2025

Strong Winds Bring Down Liberty Statue In Brazil

A powerful windstorm has toppled a replica of the Statue of Liberty in southern Brazil, after violent gusts swept through the area at speeds of up to 90 kilometres per hour, local authorities have confirmed. The incident occurred in the city of
December 16, 2025

Truphena Muthoni Honoured After Breaking Environmental Record

A 22-year-old environmental guardian, Truphena Muthoni, received special recognition from President William Ruto at State House, Nairobi, on 15 December 2025, following her extraordinary achievement of hugging a tree continuously for 72 hours, setting a new world record. The feat has sparked
December 16, 2025
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