Experts Warn of Risks in Oil Exploration on Lake Tanganyika
Experts Warn of Risks in Oil Exploration on Lake TanganyikaTanzania’s decision to open the door for potential oil exploration in Lake Tanganyika has sparked
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MPs Impressed by Katente Gold Processing Technology
Members of Tanzania’s Parliamentary Standing Committee on Energy and Minerals have expressed admiration for the advanced technology being used at the Katente Gold Processing
Zanzibar Suspends Alcohol Sales During Holy Ramadan Month
Authorities in Zanzibar have reinforced a long-standing restriction on the sale of alcohol during the holy month of Ramadan, warning that the ban applies
Tanzania Secures Growing Maize Export Market In Congo
Farmers in Tanzania are expected to benefit from a more reliable market for their maize after a delegation from the Democratic Republic of the
Tanzania Delays New Port Infrastructure Fee Implementation
The Tanzania Ports Authority (TPA) has postponed the launch of a new Port Infrastructure Development (PID) fee, originally scheduled for March 8, 2026, to
Samia Receives UN Message on National Stability and Dialogue
President Samia Suluhu Hassan received a special message from United Nations Secretary‑General António Guterres on Wednesday, delivered by the UN Secretary‑General’s Special Envoy, Mr.
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Trump, Putin Talk Yields No Ukraine Progress
President Donald Trump has confirmed that a lengthy phone conversation with Russian President Vladimir Putin on Thursday ended without any real breakthrough in efforts to end the Russia–Ukraine war. Trump, speaking before boarding Air Force One, described the call as “long and
Trump Denies Halting U.S. Arms Support to Ukraine
President Donald Trump has rejected growing media claims that the United States has suspended military aid to Ukraine, saying that weapons are still being sent—even as Washington takes measures to safeguard its own national defense capabilities. Speaking aboard Air Force One, Trump
Rwanda–Congo Tensions Rise Amid Rebel Fallout
Fresh developments in the ongoing conflict in eastern DR Congo have revealed a deepening rift between Rwanda and Corneille Nangaa, the political leader allied with the March 23 Movement (M23). This comes just days after a United Nations report laid out clear
Africa’s Role with BRICS Grows More Strategic
As the world reconfigures its balance of power, African nations are increasingly drawn toward the orbit of BRICS—a geopolitical alliance consisting of Brazil, Russia, India, China, and South Africa. Originally established as an informal bloc of fast-growing economies, BRICS has since evolved
Diogo Jota: Global Football Mourns Portuguese Star
The world of football is reeling after the tragic death of Diogo Jota, a Portuguese international and Liverpool FC forward, who died in a car accident early Thursday in Spain. He was 28. Jota, who had only recently undergone a minor surgery,
Central Bank Slashes Lending Rate to Spur Economy
The Bank of Tanzania (BoT) has cut its Central Bank Rate (CBR) from 6.0% to 5.75%, a decision expected to reduce borrowing costs and support critical sectors such as agriculture and trade. The change was announced on July 2, 2025, following deliberations
CCM Raises Over Sh3.4 Billion Ahead of Election Campaign
The ruling party, Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM), has amassed over Sh3.488 billion within just five days, signaling a strong start to its preparations for the forthcoming 2025 Tanzanian General Election. This significant fundraising milestone was achieved as more than 20,000 party members
Over 20,000 CCM Members Seek Leadership Posts
More than 20,000 members of Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) have picked up nomination forms in a spirited internal race ahead of Tanzania’s 2025 General Election, signalling widespread enthusiasm and grassroots involvement within the ruling party. The surge of interest spans across Tanzania
President Mwinyi: Africa Must Drive Global Knowledge Economy
President Hussein Ali Mwinyi has called on African nations to rise beyond traditional roles and claim their place as leaders in the global knowledge economy. He made the remarks during the official opening of the Africa QS Forum on Education, a continental