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Samia Unveils New Ministry Focused on Youth Empowerment

President Samia Suluhu Hassan has announced a major government restructuring aimed at giving stronger national attention to the country’s young population. In her recent address, she confirmed that the government will establish a fully dedicated Ministry for Youth Affairs, replacing the previous
November 15, 2025

Tanzania Awaits Swearing-In Of New Prime Minister

Tanzania is preparing for a historic moment as Mwigulu Lameck Nchemba, recently appointed by President Samia Suluhu Hassan and confirmed by Parliament, is scheduled to be sworn in as the country’s 12th Prime Minister tomorrow at Chamwino State House in Dodoma. The
November 13, 2025

Daniel Sillo Elected Tanzania’s New Deputy Speaker

The Parliament of Tanzania has officially elected Daniel Baran Sillo, the Member of Parliament for Babati Rural Constituency, as the new Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly for the 2025–2030 term. The election, held in the nation’s capital Dodoma on November 13,
November 13, 2025

Tanzania Sees Rising Cancer Cases Nationwide

Tanzania is witnessing a steady rise in cancer cases, with 16,516 new diagnoses reported between 2019 and 2023, according to the latest Ministry of Health report. The increase is partly attributed to lifestyle changes that heighten the risk of non-communicable diseases, highlighting
November 13, 2025

Few Tanzanian Sex Workers Receive Cervical Screening

A recent study in northern Tanzania has revealed a worrying health gap: less than five percent of female sex workers have ever undergone cervical cancer screening, despite being among the most vulnerable populations. The research, conducted in the Kilimanjaro Region, surveyed 351
November 13, 2025

Lissu Challenges Protected Witness in Treason Case

Opposition leader Tundu Lissu, chairman of Tanzania’s main opposition party Chadema, has raised strong objections in the High Court over the use of a protected witness in his ongoing treason trial. Appearing before the Dar es Salaam Sub-Registry on Wednesday, November 12,
November 13, 2025