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The Geopolitics Behind Tanzania’s US Health Deal

Tanzania’s decision to enter a five-year health partnership with the United States is rapidly becoming more than a bilateral agreement. Across diplomatic and public health circles, it is being watched as an early test of whether African countries can negotiate major international
July 20, 2026

Seven Killed, Many Injured in Kilimanjaro Road Tragedy

A devastating accident in Tanzania’s Kilimanjaro Region has left seven people dead and 23 others injured after a vehicle carrying choir members lost control and overturned in the Pare Mountains. The tragedy occurred on Sunday morning, March 30, 2025, in Same District,
March 31, 2025

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
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