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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Deadly Assault on Sudan’s Abu Shouk Refugee Camp
At least 40 people have been killed and 19 others injured after fighters from the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) attacked the Abu Shouk camp for internally displaced persons (IDPs) near El-Fasher in North Darfur, Sudan. The camp, home to approximately 450,000 displaced
Rwanda Denies UN Claims Over M23 Rebel Support
The government of Rwanda has strongly rejected recent allegations by the United Nations that its military is backing the M23 rebel group active in eastern Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). In an official statement, Rwanda’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs dismissed the
Tanzania Military Advances Clean Cooking Energy Initiative
Tanzania’s National Service (JKT) continues to adopt clean cooking technologies across its camps. This initiative is part of the country’s broader National Clean Cooking Energy Strategy (2024–2034), aiming to reduce reliance on traditional fuels that contribute to environmental degradation and health risks.
East Africa Sees Major Drop in Call Rates
Consumers across Tanzania are enjoying significantly lower costs when making calls to other East African Community (EAC) countries, thanks to a new regional initiative aimed at harmonising roaming charges. According to the Tanzania Communications Regulatory Authority (TCRA), the average cost of a
Federal Takeover Intensifies Washington Crime Debate
Tensions are rising in the U.S. capital after President Donald Trump announced a sweeping plan to address crime and homelessness, including taking federal control of the city’s police force and deploying hundreds of National Guard troops. Speaking from the White House, Trump
Electric Car Maker Eyes UK Power Market
Elon Musk’s company has applied to the UK regulator Ofgem for a licence to supply electricity directly to homes and businesses across England, Scotland, and Wales. The application, submitted by its UK-based energy division in Manchester, signals the firm’s ambition to expand
Alaska Talks Set to Test US–Russia Relations
U.S. President Donald Trump has described Russia as a “warring nation,” claiming the country has been engaged in conflicts for centuries and “just keeps on fighting.” His remarks came ahead of a high-profile meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin, scheduled to take
ACT-Wazalendo Unveils Visionary Manifesto for Tanzania
ACT-Wazalendo, one of Tanzania’s leading opposition parties, has unveiled an ambitious manifesto that promises significant reforms across economic, social, and political sectors. This comprehensive plan positions the party as a strong contender ahead of the 2025 Tanzanian general elections. The manifesto, which
CCM Launches Fundraising Drive Ahead Elections
Tanzania’s ruling party, Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM), is gearing up for the upcoming general elections by launching a significant fundraising campaign. This was announced by the party’s Secretary General and presidential running mate, Dr. Emmanuel Nchimbi, during a press briefing in Dar