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Mchengerwa Urges Proper Use of Ambulances

Tanzania’s Minister for Health, Mohamed Mchengerwa, has called for greater accountability in the use and maintenance of ambulances, stressing that emergency vehicles must remain operational and ready at all times to ensure patients receive timely care. Mchengerwa made the remarks on August
August 24, 2026
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USAID Completes Malaria Initiative in Tanzania

The United States Agency for International Development (USAID) announced the successful completion of the President’s Malaria Initiative (PMI) Vector Control Project, a four-year effort aimed at reducing malaria transmission in Tanzania. The project, which concluded on December 12, 2024, distributed over 20
December 13, 2024
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Janabi Responds to Speculation About WHO Nomination

Professor Mohamed Janabi, Executive Director of Muhimbili National Hospital and a trusted health advisor to President Samia, has addressed recent public interest surrounding his possible nomination for a leadership position at the World Health Organization (WHO). His comments followed remarks made by
December 12, 2024
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Building Owners Face Court Over Kariakoo Collapse

Three building owners linked to the tragic collapse of a multi-story building in Kariakoo are set to appear before the Kisutu Resident Magistrate’s Court today. The defendants, Leondela Mdete, 49, Zenabu Islam, 61, and Ashour Awadh Ashour, 38, face 31 charges of
December 12, 2024
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Kenyan Police Use Tear Gas to Disperse Protesters

Tensions flared in Nairobi, Kenya, when police used tear gas to break up protests highlighting the increasing cases of femicide across the country. The demonstrations, led by activists and women’s rights groups, called for urgent action to address gender-based violence and protect
December 11, 2024
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Queensland Lab Under Scrutiny for Missing Virus Samples

A biosecurity lapse in Queensland, Australia, has led to the disappearance of 323 vials containing dangerous virus samples, including Hendra virus, Lyssavirus, and Hantavirus. The missing samples, initially stored at the Public Health Virology Laboratory, vanished following a freezer malfunction in 2021.
December 11, 2024
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Lightning Strikes Kill 22 Cattle Amid Severe Storms

Intense thunderstorms accompanied by lightning and strong winds have brought tragedy to Songambele Azimio Village in Rukwa Region, where 22 cattle belonging to a single farmer were killed by a lightning strike. The incident occurred on Monday, December 9, 2024, during heavy
December 10, 2024
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Separated Conjoined Twins Return to Tanzania

 Conjoined twins from Tanzania, Hassan and Hussein Amri Jumanne, have returned home after a transformative surgical procedure that separated them and gave them a chance at independent lives. The boys, born joined at the hips, chest, and with three legs, were first
December 10, 2024
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Global Initiative to Bolster Poor Nations Launched

A groundbreaking global initiative has raised $24 billion in loans and grants to support some of the world’s most vulnerable nations. This substantial sum is expected to unlock a total spending capacity of $100 billion, signaling a significant step toward tackling poverty
December 7, 2024
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