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WHO Director-General Mourns Dr. Ndugulile’s Passing

 The sudden death of Dr. Faustine Ndugulile, the Regional Director-elect for WHO Africa and Member of Parliament for Kigamboni, has left the global and Tanzanian communities mourning. Dr. Ndugulile, 54, passed away on November 27, 2024, in India, where he had been
November 27, 2024

Tanzanians Turn Out for Crucial Local Government Elections

On Wednesday, November 27, 2024, millions of Tanzanians flocked to polling stations across the country to participate in the local government elections. These elections, though often overshadowed by the General Election, are pivotal in shaping grassroots governance and the democratic landscape of
November 27, 2024

President Samia Mourns the Passing of Dr. Ndugulile

President Samia Suluhu Hassan has expressed profound sorrow following the death of Dr. Faustine Ndugulile, Member of Parliament for Kigamboni and the World Health Organization’s (WHO) Regional Director for Africa. Dr. Ndugulile passed away on November 27, 2024, in India, where he
November 27, 2024

Speedboat Capsizes in Nigeria, Twenty Still Missing

A speedboat accident in Nigeria’s southern Delta State has resulted in the deaths of at least five people, while 20 others remain missing. The tragic incident occurred on Friday in the remote Gbaramatu Kingdom, within the Warri South-West district, after the vessel
November 27, 2024

Kigamboni MP Dr. Ndugulile Passes Away in India

The Member of Parliament for Kigamboni, Dr. Faustine Ndugulile, has passed away in India during the early hours of November 27, 2024. He was receiving medical treatment at the time of his death. The sad news was confirmed by the Speaker of
November 27, 2024

Kariakoo Building Collapse Death Toll Hits 29

The death toll from the tragic collapse of a four-story building in Kariakoo, Dar es Salaam, has risen to 29, according to an official update from Thobias Makoba, Tanzania’s Government Spokesperson. The incident, which occurred early Saturday morning, has sparked extensive rescue
November 26, 2024

Tanzania Gears Up For Commercial Macadamia Farming

Tanzania’s horticultural industry is making impressive strides with the commercial cultivation of macadamia nuts, a crop that promises to offer farmers a profitable alternative while boosting the country’s agricultural exports. Dr. Jacqueline Mkindi, CEO of the Tanzania Horticultural Association (TAHA), revealed that
November 26, 2024

Serengeti Balloon Safaris Wins Global Award

Serengeti Balloon Safaris, a leading provider of hot air balloon adventures in Tanzania, has been named the World’s Best Balloon Ride Operator at the World Travel Awards 2024. This prestigious recognition highlights the exceptional quality and service that the company offers, further
November 26, 2024

Kilimanjaro Politician Arrested Over Election-Related Incitement

The Kilimanjaro Regional Police have detained Gervas Eliewaha Mgonja, Chairperson of the opposition Chadema party for the Kilimanjaro region, over allegations of incitement tied to local government elections scheduled for November 27, 2024. Kilimanjaro Regional Police Commander Simon Maigwa stated that Mgonja,
November 26, 2024

 Massive Drug Seizure Nets Seven Suspects in Tanzania

The Drug Control and Enforcement Authority (DCEA), in collaboration with local law enforcement, has seized an unprecedented 2,207 kilograms of narcotics and controlled substances during a series of operations in the Tanga and Dar es Salaam regions. The operations led to the
November 26, 2024
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