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Kikwete Envisions UDSM as Africa’s Marine Leader

Former President and Chancellor of the University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM), Jakaya Kikwete, has laid out an ambitious plan to turn UDSM into Africa’s leading institution for marine science research. The focus is on the ongoing renovation and expansion of the
December 12, 2024
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Biteko Orders Legal Action Over SGR Theft

The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Energy  Dr. Doto Biteko, has instructed top local officials to take immediate legal action against an individual apprehended with stolen materials from the country’s electricity grid and the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) project. Dr. Biteko
December 12, 2024
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UDSM Strengthens Education Through CCCC Book Donation

The University of Dar es Salaam (UDSM) has deepened its academic and cultural ties with China following a significant donation of 200 books from the China Communications Construction Company (CCCC). This marks the company’s second contribution to UDSM, underlining a shared vision
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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 Chadema Pushes for Electoral Reform in Court

Tanzania’s opposition party, Chadema, is preparing to take legal action to demand changes to the country’s electoral system. Party chairman Freeman Mbowe announced this decision on December 10, 2024, following a review of the recent local government elections held on November 27,
December 11, 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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CHADEMA Demands Reforms for Fair Elections in 2025

The Central Committee of CHADEMA, Tanzania’s leading opposition party, has doubled down on its call for constitutional and electoral reforms, insisting that these are essential to ensuring free and fair elections in 2025. During a press conference on Tuesday, December 10, 2024,
December 10, 2024
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