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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CCM Warns Foreign-Funded Activists Against Destabilizing Tanzania
Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) Secretary for Ideology, Publicity and Training, Kenani Kihongosi, has strongly cautioned individuals he described as “foreign-financed activists” who are allegedly attempting to destabilize Tanzania. Speaking in Mwanza a day before CCM concluded its presidential campaign rallies, Kihongosi emphasized
Transport Services Suspended Ahead of Tanzanian Election
As Tanzania prepares for its general election on Wednesday, October 29, 2025, several transportation operators have announced a temporary suspension of services between October 28 and October 30. The decision is aimed at facilitating voter participation and ensuring a smooth electoral process.
Ouattara Wins Fourth Term Amid Political Tension
Ivory Coast’s President Alassane Ouattara has secured a fourth term in office, capturing 89.77% of votes according to provisional results announced by the country’s Independent Electoral Commission on Monday. The 83-year-old leader, who has held power since 2011, faced a significantly reduced
Kenya Introduces Air Ticket Levy for Travelers
Kenya has introduced a new air ticket levy for both domestic and international flights, following the signing of the Air Passenger Service Charge (Amendment) Bill by President William Ruto. Under the new regulation, travelers will pay KSh 600 for domestic journeys and
US Drops Mali From Controversial Visa Bond Programme
The United States has reversed its decision to include Mali in its controversial Visa Bond Pilot Programme, removing the West African nation from the list just days before the policy was set to take effect. The programme, which requires nationals from certain
Tanzania’s Malecela Urges Peace Ahead of General Election
Former Prime Minister John Malecela has called on citizens to uphold peace and unity throughout the electoral process. Speaking in Same District, the 89-year-old statesman reminded Tanzanians that peace is the foundation of every nation’s progress. “There is nothing more valuable in
Paul Biya Secures Eighth Term Amid Rising Unrest
Cameroon’s long-serving president, Paul Biya, has been re-elected for an eighth consecutive term at the age of 92, extending his more than four decades in power. Official results announced by the Constitutional Council on Monday confirmed that Biya secured 53.66 percent of
Police Clarify Arrest of Businesswoman in Dar es Salaam
The Tanzania Police Force has moved to dispel rumours circulating online that a well-known businesswoman, popularly known as Niffer, had been kidnapped by unknown individuals in Dar es Salaam. Authorities confirmed late Monday that the woman was, in fact, arrested by police
Zanzibar Campaigns End as Early Voting Begins Today
After 46 days of spirited campaigning, political parties in Zanzibar have officially wrapped up their rallies ahead of the highly anticipated elections. The campaign period ended on Monday, October 27, 2025, clearing the way for early voting to start Today , Tuesday