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
Tanzania
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
Samia Receives UN Message on National Stability and Dialogue
President Samia Suluhu Hassan received a special message from United Nations Secretary‑General António Guterres on Wednesday, delivered by the UN Secretary‑General’s Special Envoy, Mr.
Latest
Tanzania’s Political Voice Grows Ahead of National Elections
As Tanzania moves closer to its highly anticipated general election, the nation’s political atmosphere is becoming increasingly vibrant, charged with passionate voices and intense debate. From bustling urban centres to remote rural villages, citizens are engaging in spirited discussions about the future
Eight Killed in Ecuador Nightclub Shooting
A quiet Sunday morning in this small coastal town turned into a day of mourning after a brutal attack outside a local nightclub left eight people dead and three others wounded. According to Police Colonel Javier Chango, seven victims died instantly at
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,