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Tanzania Flags 8,703 Duplicate Voter Registrations

The country’s top electoral body has revealed that 8,703 voters were found to have registered more than once in the official voter roll. The announcement was made by Justice Jacobs Mwambegele, the Chairperson of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), who said
July 26, 2025

Kigoma Governor Declares War on Local Crime Surge

The Kigoma Region in western Tanzania is preparing for a serious crackdown on criminal activity, following a powerful statement from Regional Commissioner Ambassador Simon Sirro. Speaking from Dodoma, the country’s capital, on July 17, 2025, Sirro assured Tanzanians that the days of
July 18, 2025

East African Oil Pipeline Project Hits Major Milestone

Construction of the ambitious East African Crude Oil Pipeline (EACOP) has reached 64.5 percent completion, bringing the region one step closer to unlocking vast economic potential from Uganda’s oil reserves. Stretching 1,443 kilometers (approximately 896 miles), the pipeline will transport crude oil
July 18, 2025

Trump Diagnosed With Chronic Vein Condition

U.S. President Donald J. Trump, 79, has been diagnosed with chronic venous insufficiency—a long-term vascular condition affecting blood circulation in the legs. The announcement came from the White House following a week of speculation over photographs showing swelling and discoloration on his
July 18, 2025

Mbowe Reappears Publicly at Vision 2050 Ceremony

After months away from the spotlight, veteran Tanzanian opposition leader Freeman Mbowe made a notable public return on Thursday, July 17, 2025, during the official unveiling of Tanzania’s Vision 2025–2050. The high-profile event was held at the Jakaya Kikwete Convention Centre (JKCC)
July 18, 2025

Tanzania Charts Bold Future With Vision 2050 Launch

President Samia Suluhu Hassan was officially honoured on July 17, 2025, for her leadership in shaping the country’s next long-term plan — the National Development Vision 2025–2050. The recognition came during a national ceremony held at the Jakaya Kikwete Convention Centre (JKCC)
July 18, 2025

Tanzania Charts Bold Future with Vision 2050

The government of the United Republic of Tanzania officially unveiled its new Vision 2050, a long-term national development strategy designed to guide the country toward becoming a high-income economy by mid-century. This strategic framework succeeds the Tanzania Development Vision 2025 and has
July 17, 2025

TPDF Commander Urges Focus on Global Competitions

The Chief of Defence Forces, General Jacob John Mkunda, has issued a call to action for the Tanzania People’s Defence Force (TPDF) to intensify training efforts and boost preparations ahead of two major international military sports events: the East African Community (EAC)
July 17, 2025

University Admissions Open Amid Major Education Reforms

The 2025/26 university admissions season is now underway, marking an important milestone for higher education in Tanzania. This year’s admissions come on the heels of sweeping reforms designed to modernize degree programmes and better align academic offerings with the evolving demands of
July 17, 2025

Tanzania Destroys Cannabis Farms in Wildlife Corridor

Tanzania has launched a major crackdown on illegal cannabis cultivation in one of the country’s most important conservation zones. Over a span of nine days, authorities destroyed 614 acres of cannabis farms in the wildlife corridor that links Mikumi National Park with
July 17, 2025