Tz, Issues Public Alert: Rising Cases of Influenza and Dengue
The government of Tanzania has issued a renewed public health alert following an increase in seasonal respiratory infections and ongoing regional risks linked to
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Tanzania Links Security With Economic Growth Momentum
President Samia Suluhu Hassan has underscored the critical role of national security in supporting Tanzania’s economic growth, highlighting that a stable and secure environment
Court Weighs New Evidence In Lissu Treason Case
The High Court in Dar es Salaam is expected to rule on whether prosecutors can introduce additional evidence in the treason case facing Tundu
Dar Fibre Boom Sparks Regulation, Urban Planning Concerns
The fast-growing spread of fibre-optic cables across Dar es Salaam is transforming how residents connect to the internet, but it is also raising new
Tanzania Extends Election Violence Inquiry Amid Rising Questions
The government of Tanzania has granted a 42-day extension to a national commission investigating violent unrest linked to the October 2025 general election, in
Slaa Warns Justice Must Precede National Reconciliation
Veteran Tanzanian politician Wilbrod Slaa has urged the country to confront the painful human reality behind last year’s election violence, saying genuine reconciliation cannot
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Netanyahu Says Iran Clash Opens New Hostage Deal Hopes
Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu has said that the recent 12-day conflict between Israel and Iran has led to a “significant victory,” one he believes has paved the way for renewed efforts to secure the release of hostages held in the Gaza
Kenyan Protest Victim Boniface Kariuki Declared Brain Dead
Boniface Kariuki, a 29-year-old face mask vendor in Nairobi, has been declared brain dead after being shot in the head by police during anti-government protests on June 17, 2024. The shooting occurred amid widespread demonstrations against Kenya’s controversial Finance Bill 2024, which
DR Congo Marks 65 Years of Independence Amid Conflict
Today, June 30, the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DR Congo) marks 65 years since it gained independence from Belgium. This milestone is celebrated nationwide with parades and cultural events, especially in major cities like Kinshasa and Lubumbashi. However, the celebrations are
President Samia Condoles 37 Deaths in Same Kilimanjaro Crash
President Samia Suluhu Hassan has expressed deep sorrow following a devastating road accident that occurred in Same District, Kilimanjaro Region, northern Tanzania, on the evening of June 28, 2025. The tragic incident, involving two passenger vehicles, has claimed the lives of at
Iran Warns Israel Ceasefire Fragile, Threatens Military Response
Iran’s top military commander has publicly questioned the integrity of the newly declared ceasefire with Israel, warning that Tehran remains on high alert and ready to respond should hostilities resume. Speaking during a live interview broadcast on Islamic Republic of Iran Broadcasting
Eleven Killed in Sudan Desert Gold Mine Collapse
A devastating mine collapse in northeastern Sudan has left eleven gold miners dead and seven others injured, in yet another tragic incident highlighting the dangerous conditions facing artisanal miners in the country. The collapse occurred at the Kirsh al-Fil site, deep in
Chinese Doctor in Tanzania Dies While Rescuing Drowning Woman
A Chinese doctor working in Tanzania has died a hero after sacrificing his life to save a drowning woman. Dr. Zhang Junqiao, aged 38, was part of the Chinese Medical Team serving in the country as part of ongoing health cooperation between
Tanzania to Fund Health Insurance Using Gambling Revenue
The Tanzanian government has announced plans to establish a funding mechanism for the Universal Health Insurance (UHI) scheme by allocating a portion of the revenue generated from the gambling sector. This initiative aims to strengthen access to healthcare services for all citizens,
Lenacapavir: A New Biannual Injection Offering Hope in HIV Prevention
Lenacapavir is the latest development in HIV prevention—a biannual injection designed to significantly reduce the risk of HIV infection. Initially developed to address drug resistance in patients living with HIV/AIDS, lenacapavir has shown remarkable effectiveness in recent clinical trials, with prevention rates