Lissu Case Sparks Constitutional Rights Battle
A constitutional petition involving opposition figure and Chadema National Chairman Tundu Lissu has placed renewed focus on the rights of detainees, legal representation and
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The Geopolitics Behind Tanzania’s US Health Deal
Tanzania’s decision to enter a five-year health partnership with the United States is rapidly becoming more than a bilateral agreement. Across diplomatic and public
Diamond, Zuchu Divorce Rocks East African Entertainment
The highly publicised separation between Tanzanian music power couple Diamond Platnumz and Zuchu has evolved beyond celebrity news, igniting widespread debate over wealth management,
Algeria’s Zanzibar Donation Revives Six Decades of African Solidarity
When an Algerian military aircraft touched down at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport carrying more than nine tonnes of educational equipment, it delivered far
Algeria Boosts Zanzibar Education With Over USD 600,000 In Educational Equipment
The People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria has donated nine tonnes of educational equipment valued at more than USD 600,000 to Ahmed Ben Bella Secondary
Mbarawa Charts Bold New Future for TAZARA
The Government has unveiled an ambitious roadmap to transform the Tanzania-Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA) into a modern and globally competitive railway, positioning it as
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NECTA Reports 7.67 Percent Increase in Exam Candidates
The National Examinations Council of Tanzania (NECTA) has announced a significant rise in registrations for this year’s Form Four national examination, with the number of candidates increasing by 7.67 percent compared to last year. Speaking to the press, NECTA’s Executive Secretary, Prof.
Community Miners Gain Skills and Opportunities
A major gold-mining operation in northern Tanzania has handed over 13 licences to small-scale miners and sponsored specialised training aimed at helping them shift from traditional methods to modern, more productive practices. The initiative, which supports the national agenda of strengthening small-scale
Research Drive Targets Tanzania’s Inclusive Growth
A collection of 128 research papers focusing on business and sustainable economic development has shed new light on how small traders across Tanzania and neighbouring countries can overcome the challenges that hold back their growth. The studies were presented in Dodoma during
U.S. Tightens Visa Rules for Health and Financial Concerns
A newly issued U.S. directive could make it significantly harder for foreigners to obtain visas, particularly those living with chronic medical conditions or who may lack the financial means to support themselves. The guidance, circulated to embassies consulates worldwide, instructs officials to
Trump Threatens $5 Billion Lawsuit Over BBC Editing
U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Friday that he is likely to sue the BBC for up to $5 billion, after the broadcaster admitted it had misleadingly edited his January 6, 2021, speech. Speaking to reporters aboard Air Force One, Trump said the
Churches Unite to Denounce Tanzania’s Post‑Election Bloodshed
In the wake of the violence that followed Tanzania’s October 29 general elections, Christian leaders have spoken out—not just with sadness, but with a strong moral call for healing, justice, and respect for life. From Dar es Salaam to Mbeya, church voices
Tanzania Strengthens Push For Clean Cooking By 2034
Leaders from the Ministry of Energy wrapped up a training session for clean‑cooking coordinators from the Lake Zone, reinforcing a bold national vision: by 2034, most Tanzanians will be using clean, modern cooking options. Eng. Banezeth Kabunduguru, Deputy Director of the Clean Cooking Unit,
Guinea Supreme Court Approves Nine Presidential Candidates
Guinea’s Supreme Court has finalized the list of nine candidates for the December 28 presidential election, clearing transitional leader General Mamadi Doumbouya while excluding key opposition figures, signaling a highly scrutinized and contested race. The approved candidates include Makalé Camara, Ibrahima Abé
Tanzanian Vice-President Arrives in Kinshasa for Regional Summit
The Vice-President of Tanzania, Dr. Emmanuel Nchimbi, arrived, 14 November 2025, at Kinshasa, the capital of the Democratic Republic of the Congo. He is attending on behalf of President Samia Suluhu Hassan to represent Tanzania at the Ninth Summit of the International