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Tanzania, Africa50 Sign Deal to Expand Dialysis Services

Tanzania and Africa50 have signed a landmark agreement to expand access to dialysis services, marking a significant step toward improving healthcare delivery and treatment for patients suffering from kidney diseases. The agreement was signed on Wednesday during the Africa50 Annual General Shareholders
August 5, 2026

Ebola Fears Rise in Eastern Congo

Medical supplies arrived Tuesday in the eastern Congolese city of Bunia as authorities and humanitarian agencies intensified emergency efforts to contain a renewed outbreak of Ebola in the conflict-hit region. The shipment, delivered on May 19, comes amid growing concern over the
May 21, 2026

Tanzanian Seafarer’s Body Returns After Attack

The body of Tanzanian seafarer Mchama Mongu, who died while on duty in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has arrived in the country through Julius Nyerere International Airport in Dar es Salaam on May 18, 2026. The remains were received by government
May 19, 2026

WHO Declares Congo Ebola Outbreak Global Emergency

 The World Health Organization has declared the escalating Ebola outbreak in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo a global health emergency, warning that the virus poses an increasing cross-border threat as infections continue spreading in the conflict-affected province of Ituri. The declaration
May 19, 2026

WHO Maintains Low Risk Alert Over Hanta Virus

The World Health Organization (WHO) has maintained its assessment of the recent Hanta virus outbreak as a “low global health risk” as a cruise ship linked to the outbreak approaches a port in the Netherlands. Health authorities are closely monitoring the situation
May 18, 2026

Currency Diversification Reshapes Global Financial Power

International financial systems are undergoing a gradual but significant transformation as economies increasingly diversify currency exposure, adjust reserve strategies, and expand alternative trade settlement mechanisms. The movement reflects a broader effort to strengthen resilience within a changing monetary environment. This is not
May 16, 2026

Mystery Deepens Over Arusha Businessman Death

Police in northern Tanzania are investigating the mysterious death of businessman Sifaeli Christofa Mollel, whose decomposed body was discovered inside a house linked to an alleged traditional healer in Arusha, days after he was reported missing. The case has sparked widespread concern
May 15, 2026

Tanzania Seizes 66,048 Litres Illicit Chemicals

Tanzanian authorities have intercepted 66,048 litres of illicit precursor chemicals in a major anti-narcotics operation in Dar es Salaam, exposing what officials describe as an expanding network of chemical diversion used in the production of illegal drugs. The operation, conducted in April
May 14, 2026

Nollywood Star Alex Ekubo Dies At 40

The African entertainment industry has been thrown into mourning following the death of celebrated Nollywood actor Alex Ekubo, who reportedly passed away at the age of 40 after a prolonged battle with cancer. News of his death emerged Tuesday evening, sending shockwaves
May 13, 2026

Tanzania Rolls Out Universal Health Insurance

The Government of Tanzania has officially begun implementing a nationwide Universal Health Insurance programme targeting low-income households, in a major step aimed at expanding access to affordable healthcare services across the country. The initiative follows the allocation of Sh48.8 billion to support
May 11, 2026
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