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Dodoma Residents Urged to Give Blood Frequently

Residents of Dodoma have been encouraged to donate blood regularly to help save lives, particularly for patients who may require urgent transfusions. Dr. Leah Kitundya, head of the Central Zone Blood Collection Team, made the call during a free health screening event
November 14, 2025

Putin Honors Pope Francis After Easter Passing

As the world continues to mourn the passing of Pope Francis, tributes are pouring in from leaders around the globe — including Russian President Vladimir Putin, who reflected on the significance of the pontiff’s life and legacy in a heartfelt message. Pope
April 22, 2025

Twenty-Nine Babies Born on Joyful Easter Eve

As Christians across the country celebrated Easter with joy and reflection, maternity wards in several Dar es Salaam hospitals were also filled with the sound of new beginnings. In the span of just one night — Easter Eve into early Easter morning
April 22, 2025

Cardinal from Ghana Gains Global Attention

As the Catholic Church grieves the passing of Pope Francis, a quiet but powerful conversation is beginning to take shape — one that could signal a historic moment for the global faith community. At the heart of it is Cardinal Peter Kodwo
April 22, 2025

Flags Lowered Nationwide to Honor Pope Francis

In a solemn display of respect and mourning, President Donald Trump has directed that all U.S. flags be flown at half-staff to honor the life and passing of Pope Francis, who died on Monday at the age of 88. The order, issued
April 22, 2025

Jangwani Bridge Project Set to Begin This Year

The people of Dar es Salaam may soon breathe a sigh of relief, as plans for the long-awaited construction of the Jangwani Bridge are finally set in motion. After years of seasonal flooding and disrupted transport, President Samia Suluhu Hassan has given
April 21, 2025

Pope Francis Dies at 88 on Easter Monday

Pope Francis, a spiritual leader who spent more than a decade reshaping the Catholic Church with his message of compassion, humility, and reform, passed away peacefully on Easter Monday at the age of 88. The Vatican confirmed that he died in the
April 21, 2025

Truck Crash Raises Alarms Over Urban Safety

When a heavy-duty lorry crashed into a newly built Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) stand earlier this month, it didn’t just damage public infrastructure it struck a nerve across Dar es Salaam. The mangled structure now stands as a painful reminder of a
April 21, 2025

Fifty Dead, Hundreds Missing After Congo Boat Fire

A late-night tragedy on the Congo River has left at least 50 people dead and hundreds more missing after a crowded passenger boat caught fire and capsized, authorities confirmed Wednesday. The vessel, believed to be carrying more than 400 passengers, was making
April 17, 2025

LGBTQ Flag Sparks Firestorm at Polish Debate

A Polish presidential debate took a dramatic and unexpected turn this week when conservative candidate Karol Nawrocki placed a small LGBTQ+ flag on the podium of liberal rival Rafał Trzaskowski, setting off a flurry of reactions both on stage and across the
April 14, 2025
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