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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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
Tanzania Delays New Port Infrastructure Fee Implementation
The Tanzania Ports Authority (TPA) has postponed the launch of a new Port Infrastructure Development (PID) fee, originally scheduled for March 8, 2026, to
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Tanzania’s 2025 Election Campaigns Officially Begin
As Tanzania approaches its general elections scheduled for October 29, 2025, the political atmosphere is heating up. The official campaign period begins on August 28, and political parties are intensifying their preparations to reach voters across the country. The ruling party, Chama
Majaliwa Pushes for Swift BRT Phase Two Completion
Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa has directed operators of the second phase of the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) project in Dar es Salaam to work around the clock to ensure all remaining infrastructure is completed without delay, paving the way for immediate service
Tanzania Launches Drive to Build Digital Forensics Skills
Tanzania has embarked on a major push to strengthen its capabilities in digital forensics, aiming to equip experts with the tools to investigate and present electronic evidence at a time when cybercrime and emerging artificial intelligence (AI) risks are on the rise.
Tanzania Unveils Five New Special Economic Zones
The government of Tanzania has officially designated five new Special Economic Zones (SEZs) in a strategic push to accelerate industrial growth and ensure that citizens reap the benefits of the nation’s economic transformation. The newly approved zones—Nala Dry Port in Dodoma, the
Museveni Warns Ugandans Against Paying for Access
President Yoweri Museveni has cautioned citizens against giving money to individuals who claim they can arrange meetings with him, calling the practice “unacceptable” and warning that it undermines trust in government institutions. Speaking during a meeting with the Army Council at State
Tanzania Intercepts 30 Tonnes of Narcotic Kratom
Tanzania’s fight against narcotics has taken a dramatic turn after authorities intercepted 30 tonnes of mitragyna speciosa—commonly known as kratom—smuggled into the country disguised as agricultural fertilizer. The Drug Control and Enforcement Authority (DCEA) confirmed that the latest seizure involved 18.5 tonnes
Tanzania Court Reviews Closed Trial for Tundu Lissu
Government lawyers have requested that the trial of opposition leader Tundu Lissu, chairman of Chadema, not be broadcast live, citing concerns for the safety and anonymity of secret witnesses. The plea was filed on Wednesday by Solicitor General Nassor Katuga before Resident
EU Leaders Urge Trump to Ensure Europe’s Security
European Union leaders have appealed to U.S. President Donald Trump to safeguard European security ahead of his upcoming summit with Russian President Vladimir Putin in Alaska. The meeting, scheduled for Friday, is expected to focus on the ongoing Ukraine conflict, now in
Africa Emerges as Leader in HIV Research
The 13th International AIDS Society (IAS) Conference on HIV Science, recently held in Kigali, Rwanda, has highlighted a transformative shift in the role of African researchers in global HIV research. For decades, Africa was seen primarily as a testing ground for studies