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Tanzania Extends Maternity Leave for Premature Births

Tanzania has introduced changes to its Employment and Labour Relations Act, Cap. 366, to extend maternity leave for mothers who give birth prematurely. Under the new provisions, mothers will now receive paid maternity leave for up to 40 weeks after giving birth,
February 15, 2025

Kayaker Survives Unbelievable Whale Encounter in Chile

24-year-old Adrián Simancas narrowly escaped death after being momentarily swallowed by a humpback whale. The incident took place on February 8, 2025, near the San Isidro lighthouse, in the chilly waters of the Strait of Magellan. Simancas, who was kayaking with his
February 15, 2025

Police Search for Suspect in Domestic Violence Case

Police in the Pwani region are currently searching for Abdallah Mohammed, a 40-year-old refrigeration technician from Mataya in Kiromo Ward, Bagamoyo District. He is wanted in connection with the death of his partner, Naomi Mwakajengele, a 28-year-old teacher at Mataya Primary School.
February 12, 2025

Two Killed in Tragic Handeni Road Accident

A late-night road accident in Handeni District, Tanga Region, has claimed the lives of two people after a speeding Toyota Noah lost control and crashed into a stationary Toyota Canter. The accident occurred in the early hours of Monday, February 10, 2025,
February 10, 2025

Aga Khan IV Laid to Rest in Aswan, Egypt

His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV, the revered leader of the Ismaili Muslim community, was laid to rest on February 9, 2025, in a private burial ceremony in Aswan, Egypt. The solemn event marked the end of an era for millions
February 10, 2025

Tanzania to Enforce Ban on Foreign Currency Use

Tanzanians will soon have to conduct all local transactions exclusively in Tanzanian Shillings as the Bank of Tanzania (BoT), in partnership with the Ministry of Finance, finalizes regulations to enforce a ban on the use of foreign currencies for domestic payments. The
February 10, 2025

Mtwara Governor Calls for Patience Amid Flood Damage

The Governor of Mtwara, Colonel Patrick Sawala, has appealed to residents of Mtwara Mikindani Municipality, who are grappling with the aftermath of recent floods, to stay patient as the government works on providing support. Sawala visited the flood-affected areas to offer his
February 8, 2025
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