Lightning Tragedy Claims Young Lives In Dar es Salaam
A tragic incident has shaken the community of Dar es Salaam after three pupils from Msongola Primary School lost their lives when lightning struck
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Tanzania Empowers Youth Through Strategic Mining Reforms
The Government of Tanzania is accelerating youth participation in the mining sector with a series of initiatives aimed at boosting skills, investment access, and
Experts Warn of Risks in Oil Exploration on Lake Tanganyika
Experts Warn of Risks in Oil Exploration on Lake TanganyikaTanzania’s decision to open the door for potential oil exploration in Lake Tanganyika has sparked
MPs Impressed by Katente Gold Processing Technology
Members of Tanzania’s Parliamentary Standing Committee on Energy and Minerals have expressed admiration for the advanced technology being used at the Katente Gold Processing
Zanzibar Suspends Alcohol Sales During Holy Ramadan Month
Authorities in Zanzibar have reinforced a long-standing restriction on the sale of alcohol during the holy month of Ramadan, warning that the ban applies
Tanzania Secures Growing Maize Export Market In Congo
Farmers in Tanzania are expected to benefit from a more reliable market for their maize after a delegation from the Democratic Republic of the
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President Samia Declares Public Holiday for National Elections
Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has officially declared Wednesday, October 29, 2025, a public holiday to give all citizens the opportunity to participate in the upcoming general elections. The decision underscores the government’s commitment to ensuring maximum voter turnout and promoting democratic
Tanzania’s First SGR Derailment Sparks Safety Review
Tanzania’s new Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) has recorded its first derailment since electric train services began, following the mishap of an electric multiple-unit (EMU) train near Ruvu in the Coast Region on Thursday morning. The incident occurred shortly after 8 a.m. when
Tanzania Court Sides with Lissu in Treason Case Battle
The High Court in Dodoma has upheld an objection raised by opposition leader Tundu Lissu, blocking key evidence that prosecutors sought to use in his ongoing treason trial. The court ruled that digital exhibits — including a video and computer files —
Kenyan Woman’s Love for Cheetah Ends in Heartfelt Goodbye
In a quiet village in Garissa County, northeastern Kenya, a story of compassion has captured hearts across the country. A local woman who rescued a helpless cheetah cub and raised it like her own child has had to say goodbye, as wildlife
Putin Defiant as U.S. Sanctions Tighten Pressure on Russia
In a strongly worded statement from Moscow, President Vladimir Putin reaffirmed that Russia will not be swayed by what he described as “unfriendly acts” from the United States or any other nation. His remarks followed Washington’s decision to impose fresh sanctions targeting
Rwanda Welcomes 277 Citizens Returning Home Voluntarily
277 Rwandan nationals have returned home from the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC), marking another chapter in the ongoing regional effort to support voluntary repatriation and peace in the Great Lakes region. The return, which took place through the Grande Barrière
Tanzania Marks Historic Milestone with First-Ever Sugar Exports
After decades of battling sugar shortages and price surges, Tanzania has finally achieved self-sufficiency — and for the first time in its history, the nation has begun exporting sugar to international markets. The achievement marks a major breakthrough for the country’s long-troubled
Court Rejects Video Evidence in Lissu Trial
In a landmark decision on October 23, 2025, the High Court in Dar es Salaam ruled in favor of opposition leader Tundu Lissu, rejecting crucial video evidence presented by the prosecution in his ongoing treason trial. The ruling represents a significant moment
Tanzania Launches Trial at Mtwara Gas Plant
Tanzania has taken a significant step toward strengthening its energy infrastructure by initiating trial operations at a new gas-fired power plant in Mtwara, with a capacity of 20 megawatts. The facility is expected to enhance electricity supply across the southern regions, particularly