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Chadema Leaders Freed After Mass Arrests

Several leaders of Tanzania’s main opposition party CHADEMA and hundreds of their supporters were released on Tuesday after mass arrests over a banned youth meeting in the southwest of the country, police and a party spokesperson said. Most of the senior leaders
August 13, 2024

Amnesty, Rights Groups Unite To Condemn Mass Arrests

Amnesty International, a global human rights organization, has joined local groups in condemning the arrest of Chadema party leaders and supporters. The International has called on Tanzanian authorities to immediately stop the widespread arrests and arbitrary detention of government critics, citing increased
August 13, 2024

Zimbabwe, Zambia Diplomatic Rift Escalates Further

A diplomatic dispute has erupted between the neighboring countries of Zambia and Zimbabwe following controversial statements made by Zimbabwean President Emmerson Mnangagwa during his recent visit to Russia. In his remarks, Mnangagwa accused the United States of using Zambia as a tool
August 13, 2024

Tanzania Pledges SADC Contribution, Urges Others

Tanzania has reaffirmed its commitment to meeting its financial obligations to the Southern African Development Community (SADC) and urged other member states to follow suit. This pledge was made during the recent Finance Committee Session of the SADC Community, which took place
August 10, 2024

Tola Wins Marathon Gold in Paris

Ethiopian marathon runner Tamirat Tola has made headlines with an outstanding performance, capturing the gold medal in the 2024 Olympics held in Paris. Tola’s remarkable achievement in the 42.195-kilometer race came as he crossed the finish line in 2 hours, 6 minutes,
August 10, 2024

Deadly Plane Crash in São Paulo Kills 61

A Plane crash in São Paulo, Brazil, has claimed the lives of all 61 individuals on board, including 57 passengers and 4 crew members. The accident involved an ATR 72-500 aircraft, a commonly used regional airliner known for its short-haul capabilities. The
August 10, 2024

Kenya To Provide Free Health Services Up to Age 18

President William Ruto has unveiled a major shift in Kenya’s healthcare policy, announcing that all children from birth up to 18 years old will receive free health services starting in three months. This development will be made possible through the upcoming launch
August 10, 2024
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