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Brics Reshapes Global Economy Beyond Dollar

For nearly eight decades, the United States dollar has stood at the center of global finance, dominating international trade, energy markets and central bank reserves. But a new financial contest is emerging as BRICS nations push to build alternative systems that could
July 25, 2026

Six Hindu pilgrims killed in Mauritius fire

Six people died in Mauritius in a fire that broke out during a Hindu pilgrimage. Seven others were injured in the incident on Sunday, and were admitted to hospital for medical attention. Police say a wooden and bamboo cart carrying effigies of
March 5, 2024

Tanzania Shines in Cybersecurity Index

Tanzania has been named the 2nd country in the cybersecurity index for African countries and the first in the provision of high-speed internet service to homes and buildings on the continent. Speaking recently during a special interview, Information and Communication Technologies Commission
March 5, 2024

German reiterates apologies over killings of Chiefs

Germany has reiterated its apologies following atrocities done during its colonial rule in Tanzania more than 100 years that included killing of tribal leaders. The apologies were made again over the weekend by the German State Minister Ms Katja Keul during the
March 5, 2024

France makes Abortion a Constitutional Right

France has become the first country in the world to explicitly include the right to abortion in its constitution. Parliamentarians voted to revise the country’s 1958 constitution to enshrine women’s “guaranteed freedom” to abort. The overwhelming 780-72 vote saw a standing ovation
March 5, 2024
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