Tanzania Records Sharp Decline no in Sexual Violence
Tanzania has reported a significant decline in sexual violence cases nationwide, with government figures showing a drop in reported incidents across all genders over
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Child Heart Patient Returns as Future Doctor
Eighteen years after surviving one of Tanzania’s earliest pediatric heart surgeries, a young woman who once lay in a hospital bed fighting for her
Tanzania Boosts Health Workforce with Nearly 38,000 New Hires
The Tanzanian government has continued to strengthen its health sector workforce over the past five years, with a total of 37,921 health workers recruited
Lake Victoria Under Severe Ecological Strain
Lake Victoria, the economic and ecological backbone of East Africa, is facing intensifying environmental pressure as pollution, overfishing, and climate-related disruptions converge into what
Tanzania Strengthens Position as Emerging Global Graphite Powerhouse
Tanzania is rapidly emerging as one of the world’s most strategic graphite producers as global demand for battery minerals continues to rise alongside the
Tanzania Strengthens Maternal Healthcare Through Major Investment in Midwifery Services
Tanzania’s Chief Medical Officer, Dr. Grace Magembe, has reaffirmed the government’s commitment to ensuring that every mother and newborn receives quality, safe, and standard
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Fire Interrupts COP30 Climate Summit in Brazil
A sudden fire broke out inside one of the main pavilions at the COP30 climate summit in Belém, Brazil, forcing delegates to evacuate and briefly halting negotiations during a crucial stage of the global talks. The incident occurred on Thursday afternoon inside
Government Reviews CNN Report Before Official Response
The Government of Tanzania has announced that it is conducting a comprehensive review of a recent news article published by the international broadcaster CNN, which covered the events of October 29, 2025 and the subsequent days. The clarification was issued on November
Police Warn Against Rising Threats to National Stability
The national security apparatus has issued a strong warning against emerging acts and statements that could jeopardise public order, emphasising that authorities remain on high alert and ready to intervene wherever the law is violated. In a statement released on November 21,
Minister Orders Action Over Delayed Road Project
Tanzania’s Minister of Construction has directed security agencies to detain and question contractors responsible for prolonged delays in a major road project, accusing them of failing to honour their obligations despite the Government making timely payments. The directive follows growing frustration over
Mining Firm Highlights Commitment To Safer Tailings Systems
A leading gold producer operating in Tanzania has underscored its commitment to maintaining safe and environmentally responsible Tailings Storage Facilities (TSFs), saying strong waste-management systems are essential to protecting workers and communities living around mining areas. The company emphasized that its facilities
Nutrition Gains Made, But Schoolchildren Overlooked
Tanzania’s fight against poor nutrition has recorded meaningful progress in recent years, with new figures showing that Kagera Region has reduced stunting among children under five from 44 percent to 39 percent. The milestone reflects years of effort by local leaders, health
BRT Services Restored After Election Unrest Shutdown
Public transport services along the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) corridor from Mbagala to Posta and Gerezani resumed yesterday, offering much-needed relief to thousands of commuters who had struggled with transport challenges since the temporary shutdown. The suspension followed infrastructure damage reported during
Samia Launches Independent Inquiry Commission on Violence
Tanzania’s President, [Samia Suluhu Hassan], has officially inaugurated the Independent Commission to investigate incidents of civil unrest that occurred during and after the [2025 Tanzanian general election]. Speaking at the ceremony held at Ikulu Chamwino in Dodoma on November 20, 2025, the
Kenyan Authorities Accused of Targeting Young Protesters Online
Amnesty International has revealed that Kenyan authorities allegedly used digital tools and online networks to intimidate and suppress young activists, particularly members of [Generation Z], who led mass protests between 2024 and 2025. The protests, which initially opposed a controversial [Finance Bill],