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Kenya Rolls Out Six-Month HIV Prevention Injection

Kenya has taken a significant step in the fight against HIV by introducing a new long-acting prevention injection that provides protection for up to six months with a single dose. Health officials say the rollout positions the country among the first in
February 28, 2026

Heavy Rains Cause Chaos, Disrupt Transport Nationwide

Ongoing heavy rains across Tanzania have caused widespread damage and disruption, leading authorities to urge residents in high-risk areas to evacuate and seek safety. In Dar es Salaam, the collapse of a temporary bridge connecting Bonyokwa and Kinyerezi has caused major traffic
March 29, 2025

Tanzania’s New Trade Levies Spark Concerns in Kenya

Tanzania’s decision to impose fresh levies on Kenyan products, including eggs, dairy, meat, and confectionery, has raised concerns in Kenya, with traders fearing a potential setback in cross-border commerce. The move, which Kenyan officials argue contradicts the principles of the East African
March 29, 2025

Heavy Rains Flood Jangwani, Disrupt Traffic Flow

Heavy rains in Dar es Salaam have once again turned the Jangwani area along Morogoro Road into a flooded zone, making it impassable for vehicles and causing major disruptions for commuters. The flooding, which began around 4 PM, forced authorities to issue
March 28, 2025

Shaka Ssali, Iconic Journalist, Dies at 71

Veteran journalist and broadcaster Shaka Ssali, a respected voice in African media, has passed away at the age of 71 in Virginia, USA. His death comes just two weeks before what would have been his 72nd birthday. Although the cause of death
March 28, 2025

Pope Francis Leaves Hospital, Grateful for Recovery

After weeks of medical care and close monitoring, Pope Francis has been discharged from Rome’s Gemelli Hospital, marking a significant step in his recovery from a serious respiratory illness. The 88-year-old Pontiff, who had been battling double pneumonia, left the hospital with
March 24, 2025

Trump’s USAID Cuts Expose U.S. Role in Destabilizing Africa

Former African Union ambassador Dr. Arikana Chihombori-Quao has criticized the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), calling it a tool of manipulation used to destabilize Africa and keep the continent dependent on Western powers. Speaking in response to cuts in USAID funding
March 22, 2025

Tanzanians Value Healthcare Progress, Face Challenges

A recent study has shown that most Tanzanians, about 68 percent, appreciate the government’s efforts to improve basic healthcare services. While the healthcare system has made progress, the survey also highlights that there’s still a lot of work to be done. The
March 21, 2025

Prof. Janabi Sets Vision for African Healthcare

Tanzania’s candidate for the position of WHO Africa Regional Director, Prof. Mohamed Yakub Janabi, has shared a compelling vision for the future of healthcare in Africa. With years of experience as a renowned cardiologist and healthcare leader, Prof. Janabi is committed to
March 20, 2025
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