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Dodoma Residents Urged to Give Blood Frequently

Residents of Dodoma have been encouraged to donate blood regularly to help save lives, particularly for patients who may require urgent transfusions. Dr. Leah Kitundya, head of the Central Zone Blood Collection Team, made the call during a free health screening event
November 14, 2025

Kenya Cult Exhumations Deepen Crisis Over Religious Abuse

Fresh exhumations in coastal Kenya have revealed dozens more bodies linked to a deadly religious cult, intensifying scrutiny over how extremist teachings continue to exploit vulnerable communities. Investigators say the victims were persuaded by sect leaders to starve themselves to death, believing
September 11, 2025

Global Crackdown Nets Over 33 Tons of Drugs

A sweeping anti-narcotics campaign in Tanzania has resulted in one of the largest seizures in recent years, with authorities confiscating more than 33,000 kilograms of illicit drugs, thousands of cannabis seeds, and the destruction of sprawling cannabis plantations covering over 64 acres.
September 9, 2025

WHO Declares Mpox No Longer Global Emergency

The World Health Organization (WHO) has announced that the mpox outbreak is no longer considered a global public health emergency. Director-General Dr. Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus explained that the decision follows the advice of the WHO Emergency Committee, which meets quarterly to assess
September 6, 2025

Ebola Outbreak in Kasai Province Claims 15 Lives

Kinshasa, Democratic Republic of the Congo – Health authorities have confirmed a fresh Ebola outbreak in Kasai Province, claiming the lives of 15 people and leaving dozens more under close medical supervision. This marks the 16th recorded Ebola outbreak in the country
September 5, 2025

Stunning Total Lunar Eclipse Set to Grace Tanzania

This Sunday evening, the skies over Tanzania will put on one of nature’s most breathtaking shows—a total lunar eclipse, when the Earth’s shadow will completely cover the moon and gradually turn it a deep, glowing red. The celestial event, often referred to
September 5, 2025

Tanzania Strengthens Health Sector for Future

Tanzania has once again demonstrated its commitment to enhancing its health sector and reducing reliance on imported medicines, a move highlighted during the 75th Session of the World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Committee for Africa in Lusaka, Zambia. The meeting, which brought
September 4, 2025

Unsafe Foods Threaten Health in Tanzanian Markets

Tanzanian consumers are facing growing risks from substandard and potentially unsafe food products flooding local markets. From questionable milk powder to flours with undisclosed additives, shoppers often have no way of knowing what they are consuming, raising concerns about long-term health impacts.
September 4, 2025
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