Tanzanian Seafarer’s Body Returns After Attack
The body of Tanzanian seafarer Mchama Mongu, who died while on duty in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has arrived in the country through
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Tanzania Opens Major Probe Into Election Violence
President Samia Suluhu Hassan has ordered a sweeping criminal investigation into violence linked to Tanzania’s disputed 2025 election period, signaling a potentially historic attempt
Mystery Deepens Over Arusha Businessman Death
Police in northern Tanzania are investigating the mysterious death of businessman Sifaeli Christofa Mollel, whose decomposed body was discovered inside a house linked to
Tanzania Opposition Accuses Registrar Over Political Pressure
Political tensions have escalated in Tanzania after the Registrar of Political Parties issued a formal notice to the opposition party CHADEMA, requesting it to
Tanzania Seizes 66,048 Litres Illicit Chemicals
Tanzanian authorities have intercepted 66,048 litres of illicit precursor chemicals in a major anti-narcotics operation in Dar es Salaam, exposing what officials describe as
Tanzania Sets Transport Reform Agenda 2026/27
Tanzania has unveiled an ambitious transport development agenda for the 2026/27 financial year, outlining eight strategic priorities aimed at modernising infrastructure and improving efficiency
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INEC Revises Voter Register Ahead Election
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has updated the voter register and polling station data for Tanzania’s upcoming general election, following information received from the Zanzibar Electoral Commission (ZEC). According to INEC’s Director of Elections, Ramadhani Kailima, the total number of registered
Dog Bite Incidents Drop Significantly in Katavi
Dog bite incidents in Katavi Region have shown a notable decline over the past two years, falling from 188 cases in 2023 to 108 in 2025. Officials attribute the reduction to ongoing vaccination campaigns and measures to control stray dogs. Speaking on
East Africa Delays Single Currency to 2031
The East African Community (EAC) has announced a postponement of its plans to introduce a single regional currency, shifting the target date from 2024 to 2031. This decision follows challenges in meeting essential economic convergence criteria, including inflation rates, fiscal deficits, and
Gold Exports Boost Tanzania’s Economic Prospects
Tanzania’s gold industry has reclaimed its position as the country’s top export earner, surpassing $4 billion for the first time in years. The surge is fueled by record-high global prices and rising investor demand for safe-haven assets. According to the Bank of
Tanzania’s Energy Surge Powers Industrial Ambitions
Tanzania is positioning itself as East Africa’s emerging industrial powerhouse, leveraging its expanding energy capacity to drive economic transformation. The Tanzanian government is ambitiously increasing its electricity generation capacity, aiming to expand from approximately 1,602 MW to 10,000 MW by 2025. This
Biya’s Quiet Campaign Raises Questions Ahead of Cameroon Vote
The atmosphere across the nation is charged with both hope and skepticism. President Paul Biya, who has ruled the Central African nation since 1982, has chosen to remain largely absent from the campaign trail — a move that has become the defining
Humphrey Polepole’s Alleged Abduction Under Police Probe
Police in Tanzania have launched an investigation into widespread online reports claiming that former legislator and diplomat Humphrey Polepole has been abducted, a case that has quickly sparked public concern and debate across the nation. In a statement released on Monday, the
French Prime Minister Resigns Hours After Forming Cabinet
France’s newly appointed Prime Minister, Sébastien Lecornu, resigned on Monday, just hours after unveiling his first cabinet lineup. The move, swiftly accepted by President Emmanuel Macron, has plunged the nation deeper into political uncertainty at a time when stability is desperately needed.
Sean Combs Sentenced to Four Years Prison
On October 3, 2025, Sean “Diddy” Combs, the acclaimed hip-hop mogul and entrepreneur, was sentenced to four years and two months in federal prison after being convicted on two counts related to transporting individuals for prostitution. The sentencing took place in the