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Globally Await Justice in Assault Case

The legal proceedings involving Assistant Superintendent of Police (ASP) Fatma Kigondo, who is accused of orchestrating and coordinating a heinous crime involving the rape and sodomy of a young girl from Yombo, Dar es Salaam, have taken a significant turn. The accused,
August 23, 2024

President Samia Honors 60 Years of TPDF

A grand celebration marking the 60th anniversary of the Tanzania People’s Defense Force (TPDF), President and Commander-in-Chief Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan took part in a memorable event at Pongwe Msungura, Msata in Pwani Region. The event, which highlighted the TPDF’s six decades
August 23, 2024

Kizimkazi Conference Promotes Clean Cooking Solutions

The Clean Cooking Energy Conference, held at the Kwanza Hotel in Kizimkazi-Zanzibar, highlighted the pivotal role of clean cooking technologies in improving health and advancing community development. The event, which featured Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Energy Dr. Doto Biteko, was
August 23, 2024

Crackdown on Uninspected Vehicles Starts September

Starting September 1, 2024, Tanzanian authorities will implement a strict crackdown on vehicles that have not undergone mandatory inspections. The announcement was made by Traffic Police Commander Ramadhan Ng’azi during a briefing for the upcoming Road Safety Week, scheduled from August 26
August 23, 2024

Human Rights Probe Targets 15 Regions’ Abductions

The Commission for Human Rights and Good Governance (CHRAGG) in Tanzania is moving forward with a comprehensive investigation into the rising number of abductions and disappearances reported in 15 regions across the country Speaking at a press conference, CHRAGG Chairman Judge Mathew
August 23, 2024

TRA Strengthens Collaboration to Address Taxpayer Concerns

The Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) has reaffirmed its commitment to upholding high standards of professionalism and fairness in tax enforcement, while also addressing the grievances of taxpayers, particularly concerning the issuance of agency notices. This assurance was given by TRA Commissioner General
August 23, 2024

Protest Leads to Tragic Shooting Death

A young man, Meshack Daudi Paka, 21, tragically lost his life after being shot during a police intervention in Lamadi, Busega District, Simiyu Region. The incident occurred as police attempted to disperse a crowd of residents who were protesting the regional government’s
August 23, 2024

Tanzania Braces for Below-Average Rainfall This Season

The Tanzania Meteorological Authority (TMA) has issued a significant warning concerning the upcoming short rains season, which will run from late September through December 2024. According to the forecast, Tanzania is expected to experience average to below-average rainfall during this period. This
August 23, 2024

Tanzania’s Trade Policies Hinder Economic Growth

The former British High Commissioner to Tanzania, David Concar, has drawn attention to significant challenges within Tanzania’s trade policy environment that are adversely affecting local manufacturing and the broader economy. Concar, who recently concluded his four-year tenure, has voiced concerns that the
August 17, 2024

TRC Tightens Ticketing Rules to Prevent Fraud

The Tanzania Railways Corporation (TRC) has introduced new measures aimed at tackling ticketing fraud for its Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) electric-powered trains. Effective immediately, passengers must present their National Identification Card (NIDA) when purchasing tickets. The ID will be scanned at both
August 17, 2024
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