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President Samia Appoints Makonda Information Minister

 President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, has appointed Paul Christian Makonda as the new Minister for Information, Culture, Arts and Sports, continuing a series of Cabinet adjustments aimed at strengthening government performance and public communication. The appointment
January 9, 2026

Maasai Communities Turn to Fish Farming

For decades, the Maasai community has depended almost entirely on livestock keeping as the foundation of its economy, diet, and cultural identity. Cattle, goats, and sheep have traditionally been more than just animals; they represent wealth, pride, and survival. Today, however, the
January 8, 2026

Anti-Graft Agency Clarifies Cash Seizure Amount

 Tanzania’s anti-corruption authority has moved to clear the air after conflicting reports emerged over a high-profile cash seizure linked to the arrest of two foreign nationals in Dar es Salaam, saying the amount recovered was significantly lower than initially claimed. The Prevention
January 8, 2026

Maria Nyerere Calls for Unity Through Dialogue

Maria Nyerere, the widow of Tanzania’s founding leader Julius Nyerere, has appealed to Tanzanians to hold firmly onto unity and to use dialogue as the main tool for addressing the challenges currently facing the nation. Speaking at her home in Msasani, Dar
January 8, 2026

Tanzania Tightens Grip on Unaccredited Journalism Practices

Tanzania’s media regulator has raised fresh concern over the re-emergence of individuals carrying out journalistic duties without proper authorization, warning that the practice undermines professionalism and public trust in the media. In a statement issued on January 7, 2026, the Journalists Accreditation
January 8, 2026

Tanzania Moves to Speed Kidunda Dam Work as Water Needs Grow

 The Government of Tanzania has taken decisive steps to ensure that the long‑anticipated Kidunda Dam project keeps moving without interruption, after Prime Minister Dr. Mwigulu Nchemba directed authorities to release funds to contractors without delay to prevent slowdowns in construction. The move was
January 3, 2026
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