Court Appeal Throws Tundu Lissu Trial Into Limbo
The treason trial facing opposition leader Tundu Lissu has been put on hold indefinitely, introducing fresh uncertainty into a case that has drawn nationwide
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Tz, Issues Public Alert: Rising Cases of Influenza and Dengue
The government of Tanzania has issued a renewed public health alert following an increase in seasonal respiratory infections and ongoing regional risks linked to
Tanzania Links Security With Economic Growth Momentum
President Samia Suluhu Hassan has underscored the critical role of national security in supporting Tanzania’s economic growth, highlighting that a stable and secure environment
Court Weighs New Evidence In Lissu Treason Case
The High Court in Dar es Salaam is expected to rule on whether prosecutors can introduce additional evidence in the treason case facing Tundu
Dar Fibre Boom Sparks Regulation, Urban Planning Concerns
The fast-growing spread of fibre-optic cables across Dar es Salaam is transforming how residents connect to the internet, but it is also raising new
Tanzania Extends Election Violence Inquiry Amid Rising Questions
The government of Tanzania has granted a 42-day extension to a national commission investigating violent unrest linked to the October 2025 general election, in
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Six Parties Join Race for Tanzania’s Presidency
The race for the country’s highest office gathered pace yesterday as three more presidential candidates collected their nomination forms from the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) headquarters in Dodoma. The move brought the total number of political parties officially entering the nomination
President Leads Nation in Farewell to Job Ndugai
On Sunday, August 10, 2025, President Samia Suluhu Hassan stood at the heart of the parliamentary grounds in Dodoma, leading Tanzanians in paying their final respects to the late Job Yustino Ndugai, the former Speaker of the National Assembly of Tanzania. The
Tanzanian President Officially Submits Re-election Nomination
On August 9, 2025, the Chairperson of the ruling party and current President of Tanzania, Samia Suluhu Hassan, officially submitted her nomination papers to the National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Dodoma, signaling her intent to seek a second term in office ahead
Election Day Journalists Required to Carry Special IDs
The National Electoral Commission (INEC) in Tanzania has called on journalists covering the upcoming elections to ensure they have special identification cards on election day. This is to guarantee smooth access to polling stations and maintain order during the voting process. The
Global Rhino Populations Show Gains Amid Ongoing Challenges
The latest worldwide count of rhinoceros populations brings a message of cautious optimism. While some rhino species have shown encouraging growth, others remain under severe threat, reminding us that conservation work is far from over. The Black rhinoceros, native to parts of
AI Chatbots Raise Alarms Over Teen Safety Online
As artificial intelligence chatbots become more popular companions and advisors for young people worldwide, new research is sounding a warning these digital helpers may unintentionally put vulnerable teenagers at risk. A recent report by the Center for Countering Digital Hate (CCDH) reveals
Massive Southern France Wildfire Brought Under Control
Firefighters in France have contained what officials describe as the largest wildfire to strike the country’s south in decades. The blaze, which erupted earlier this week in the Aude department, has scorched more than 17,000 hectares (around 42,000 acres) of forests, fields,
United States Doubles Bounty on Venezuelan Leader
The United States has announced a substantial increase in the reward for information leading to the arrest or conviction of Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, raising the figure from $25 million to $50 million (€43 million). The move marks one of the highest
Israel Approves Military Operation to Seize Gaza City
Israel’s security cabinet has given the green light to Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s plan to take military control of Gaza City, the largest urban center in the Gaza Strip. According to a statement released early Friday by Netanyahu’s office, the plan calls