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
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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
President Samia Sends Condolences Cardinal Pengo Death
The President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Samia Suluhu Hassan, has extended heartfelt condolences following the passing of Polycarp Pengo, the retired Archbishop
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US Considers Expanding Travel Ban to 36 Nations
The United States is preparing to significantly expand its travel restrictions to include 36 additional countries, potentially barring thousands of foreign nationals from entering the country. This follows a recent presidential proclamation signed by President Donald Trump, who cited concerns over national
Cedi Surges to Lead Global Currency Rankings
The Ghanaian cedi has emerged as the world’s best-performing currency in 2025, appreciating by an extraordinary 42 percent against the United States dollar since January. The surge marks a dramatic reversal in Ghana’s economic trajectory and has drawn global attention. Once listed
African Child Day 2025 Demands Stronger Action
As the continent commemorated the International Day of the African Child on June 16, 2025, governments were urged to reflect on the progress and shortfalls since the adoption of child-focused budgeting and policies in 2010. This year’s theme, “Planning and Budgeting for
Tundu Lissu Allowed to Represent Himself in Court
In a landmark legal development that could reshape Tanzania’s political discourse, opposition leader and CHADEMA party chairman Tundu Lissu has been granted the right to represent himself in court in an ongoing treason trial, currently underway at the Kisutu Resident Magistrate’s Court.
Putin, Trump Discuss Urgent Need for Peace
Russian President Vladimir Putin and U.S. President Donald Trump spoke at length on Saturday, June 15, about the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran, as well as broader tensions across the Middle East. According to Yuri Ushakov, a senior foreign policy aide
Syria Grants Israel Air Access Amid Escalating Tensions
In a rare and unprecedented policy shift, the government of Syria has authorized the use of its airspace by Israeli and allied military aircraft in response to increasing drone and missile attacks launched by Iran. This dramatic move comes amid heightened regional
Congregants Arrested Outside Deregistered Church in Dar
Tensions flared on Sunday, June 15, 2025, in Ubungo, Dar es Salaam, when dozens of worshippers from the Glory of Christ Tanzania Church, popularly known as Ufufuo na Uzima, were arrested for congregating outside their sealed-off premises. The arrests come weeks after
Tanzania Lawmakers Open Debate On 2025/26 Budget
In Tanzania’s political capital, Dodoma, Members of Parliament have begun formal deliberations on the government’s proposed TZS 56.5 trillion budget for the 2025/26 financial year. The budget, presented last Thursday by Finance Minister Dr. Mwigulu Nchemba, outlines the administration’s economic roadmap as
Tundu Lissu Says He’s Denied Right to Worship
In a deeply personal plea before the Kisutu Resident Magistrate’s Court, Tanzanian opposition figure Tundu Lissu has claimed he is being denied his constitutional right to worship while in remand custody—a violation, he says, of both national and international human rights standards.