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Tanzania Blocks Central Bank Emergency Lending

A major debate over fiscal discipline and central bank independence has ended in Tanzania after the government withdrew controversial proposals that would have allowed the Bank of Tanzania to provide short-term financing to the state during emergencies. The decision followed objections from
June 25, 2026

Mwanza Court Detains 172 Over Violent District Clashes

Authorities in Mwanza have brought 172 residents before the Nyamagana District Court to face a series of serious criminal charges, including armed robbery, willful destruction of property, unlawful assembly, and disorderly conduct. The suspects appeared before several magistrates on Friday, November 7,
November 8, 2025

Ruling Party Claims 113 of 115 Women’s Special Seats

The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has confirmed the appointment of 115 women to parliament under the special-seats quota, with one slot still pending as elections in the Fuoni and Siha constituencies await conclusion. Out of the 115 names released, the ruling
November 8, 2025

Influencer Niffer’s Mother Seeks President Samia’s Clemency

The mother of well‑known Tanzania‑based entrepreneur Jenifer “Niffer” Jovin has broken down in a video appeal, begging Samia Suluhu Hassan for mercy on behalf of her daughter. The plea comes after Niffer’s arrest on 27 October 2025 amid heightened tensions ahead of the 2025 Tanzanian general
November 7, 2025

Tanzanian Intern’s Remains Return Home After Two Years

The remains of a 21‑year-old Tanzanian student, sent home after enduring more than two years of anguish, have finally been returned, bringing some solace to his grieving family. The young man, who travelled to Israel through an agricultural training programme, was among
November 7, 2025

Observers Urge Overhaul After Tanzanian Vote Crisis

International observer teams have raised serious concerns about the conduct of Tanzania’s 29 October general election. While logistical efforts by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) were broadly noted, major democratic issues overshadowed the process. The mission of the Southern African Development Community
November 7, 2025

Over 937 000 Students Pass Tanzania Primary Exams

More than 937,000 students, roughly 82 percent of those who sat this year’s Primary School Leaving Examination, have successfully passed, according to the latest announcement by Tanzania’s National Examinations Council. The results highlight a major milestone in the country’s education system, showing that
November 6, 2025

TMA Warns, Dodoma Heatwave Strains Residents

On November 5, residents of Dodoma felt the intensity of an unrelenting heatwave as the Tanzania Meteorological Authority (TMA) provided a detailed update on soaring temperatures and the ongoing dry spell affecting the city. Acting Director-General Dr. Ladislaus B. Chang’a explained that
November 6, 2025
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