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Witness Testifies in Lissu Treason Trial Drama Continues

The treason trial involving opposition leader Tundu Lissu entered a critical phase this week after a senior police officer told the court how authorities received intelligence alleging that groups of young people were being mobilised to disrupt the country’s next general election.
February 18, 2026

Tanzania Accelerates Gold Reserve Build-Up Strategy

 Tanzania is moving closer to a major financial milestone as the central bank rapidly expands its national gold holdings, a development that reflects growing efforts to strengthen economic stability and reduce dependence on foreign currencies. The Bank of Tanzania has already accumulated
February 18, 2026

UN Warns Migrants Face Extreme Libya Abuses Crisis

A new report by the United Nations has raised alarm over worsening abuses against migrants trapped inside Libya, warning that thousands of vulnerable people — including young girls — face extreme violence, sexual exploitation, torture and even death while attempting to reach
February 18, 2026

President Samia Names New Leaders to Key Institutions

President Samia Suluhu Hassan has appointed new board chairpersons to several major national institutions in a leadership reshuffle aimed at reinforcing governance standards, regulatory oversight, and strategic sector performance. The latest appointments affect agencies responsible for national statistics, rail transport development, environmental
February 12, 2026

Twelve Miners Die in DRC Copper Mine Collapse

Twelve miners tragically lost their lives after a copper mine collapsed in Tulizembe, located in the mineral-rich Katanga Province of the Democratic Republic of Congo. The incident occurred early Saturday morning, trapping workers deep inside the mine and prompting a rapid but
February 10, 2026

Tanzania Assures Stability After Election Period

Tanzania’s Chief Government Spokesperson, Gerson Msigwa, has assured citizens that the country remains peaceful and united 100 days after the October 29, 2025 General Election that returned President Samia Suluhu Hassan to office. Speaking to BBC Swahili on February 10, 2026, Msigwa
February 10, 2026