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27 Arrested Over Highway Blockade in Kilosa

In Kilosa District, Morogoro Region, 27 individuals are in police custody following unrest in the Magubike area, where they blocked the Morogoro-Dodoma highway. The protest was sparked by the tragic death of 20-year-old Piason Senyagwa, who was fatally struck by a vehicle
December 31, 2024

Two Suspects Arraigned in Murder of 6-Year-Old

Two suspects charged in connection with the tragic death of six-year-old Graison Kanyenye appeared in court in Dodoma on Monday, December 30, 2024. The case has drawn significant attention, as the young boy’s death has left the community in shock. At this
December 30, 2024

Kenya Leads Eastern Africa in Diaspora Inflows

Kenya continues to dominate diaspora remittances in Eastern Africa, receiving $4.8 billion in 2024, according to newly released World Bank statistics. This figure dwarfs Somalia’s $1.73 billion and Uganda’s $1.49 billion, cementing Kenya’s position as a leader in leveraging financial support from
December 30, 2024

Jimmy Carter, Former US President, Dies at 100

The 39th President of the United States and Nobel Peace Prize winner Jimmy Carter,  has died at the age of 100. He passed away peacefully on Sunday at his home in Plains, Georgia, surrounded by his family, according to a statement from
December 30, 2024

Lightning Kills Five Family Members in Chunya

five members of a pastoralist family lost their lives, and five others sustained injuries after being struck by lightning during heavy rains in Isangawane Village, Matwiga Ward, Chunya District, Mbeya Region. The incident occurred overnight on December 29, 2024, as the victims
December 30, 2024

WHO Director, UN Staff Survive Yemen Airstrike

The Director-General of the World Health Organization (WHO), Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, and other UN staff narrowly escaped an airstrike by Israel at Sana’a International Airport in Yemen on Thursday. In a social media post, Tedros revealed they were preparing to board their
December 27, 2024

Trump Vows to Withdraw U.S. from WHO

Donald Trump’s transition team is pushing to pull the US out of the World Health Organization on the first day of the new administration, according to experts who warn of the “catastrophic” impact it would have on global health.   Members of Trump’s
December 26, 2024

Mozambique Declares Two Days to Mourn Cyclone Victims

Mozambique is reeling from the devastation caused by Cyclone Chido, which claimed at least 73 lives and left countless others grappling with loss and destruction. In response, the government has declared two days of national mourning, set to begin at midnight on
December 21, 2024

Arusha Aims to Eliminate Begging in Six Months

The city of Arusha is taking bold steps to eliminate street begging within the next six months, an initiative designed to improve the city’s appeal to tourists, visitors, and businesspeople. The plan, led by the Arusha Regional Government in collaboration with community
December 20, 2024
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