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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TBN Praises Government Support for Ethical Election Reporting
The Tanzania Bloggers Network (TBN) has praised President Samia Suluhu Hassan for her steadfast commitment to fostering a peaceful and developed nation, highlighting the vital role of accurate and responsible information in supporting national stability. The remarks came from TBN Chairman Beda
Madagascar Assumes Leadership of SADC Council Ministers
Madagascar has formally assumed the chairmanship of the Southern African Development Community (SADC) Council of Ministers, as member states were urged to strengthen regional cooperation and push for deeper economic integration. The announcement came during a ceremony attended by top diplomats and
Tanzania Survey Reveals Highest Paying Job Sectors
Young professionals and fresh graduates eyeing lucrative careers may want to focus on finance, public administration, and manufacturing, as new official data ranks these fields among the top earners in Tanzania’s formal employment market. The findings come from the 2023/24 Tanzania Formal
Tanzanian Extradited to U.S. in Cartel Arms Case
A Tanzanian man is facing trial in the United States after being accused of helping supply military-grade weapons worth $58 million (Sh145 billion) to one of the world’s most violent drug cartels. Subiro Osmund Mwapinga, was arrested in Accra, Ghana, on April
Samia Inspires Unity at CCM Fundraising Launch
President Samia Suluhu Hassan, Chairperson of Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM), officially launched the party’s major fundraising drive ahead of the 2025 Tanzanian general election. The event, held at Mlimani City in Dar es Salaam, aimed to raise TZS 100 billion to finance
Court Upholds Secret Witnesses in High-Profile Lissu Case
The High Court in Dar es Salaam has rejected a legal bid by the defence team of opposition leader Tundu Lissu to block the use of anonymous witnesses in a politically sensitive criminal trial. The ruling, delivered on Tuesday, August 12, 2025,
CCM Plans New Primary Elections for Kongwa Seat
The ruling Chama cha Mapinduzi (CCM) party has announced it will hold fresh primary elections for the Kongwa parliamentary seat on Sunday, August 17, 2025. This comes after the passing of former Speaker of the National Assembly Job Ndugai, who was leading
Tanzania Police Urged to Boost Cyber Election Security
Vice-President Dr. Philip Mpango has called on the Tanzania Police Force to strengthen their efforts in monitoring online spaces as the country approaches its upcoming General Election. Speaking at the annual conference for senior police officers held at the Tanzania Police School
Colombian Presidential Hopeful Dies Following Attack
Miguel Uribe, a leading candidate in the upcoming Colombian presidential race, tragically passed away late Monday night, nearly two months after he was critically wounded in a shooting incident during his election campaign. The 39-year-old senator from the conservative party had been