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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Five Killed in Ugandan Military Helicopter Crash in Somalia
A Ugandan military helicopter operating under the African Union Support and Stabilization Mission in Somalia (AUSSOM) crashed in flames on Wednesday morning near Aden Adde International Airport, killing five peacekeepers and injuring others in what is being described as one of the
Sean Combs Acquitted of Major Charges, Faces Jail
Sean “Diddy” Combs, the influential music mogul and cultural icon behind Bad Boy Records, was partially acquitted in a high-stakes federal trial that has captivated global attention. After nearly two months of testimony in a New York City courtroom, a jury found
Iran Suspends IAEA Cooperation After Nuclear Site Attacks
Iran’s Vice President Masoud Pezeshkian has ordered the suspension of cooperation with the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) following a series of attacks on Iranian nuclear facilities. Tehran attributes these attacks to covert actions by the United States and has responded by
Rwanda Accused of Supporting M23 Rebels Amid Denials
A recent report by United Nations experts has brought renewed attention to the ongoing conflict in eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), alleging that neighboring Rwanda plays a significant role in supporting the rebel group M23. The report claims that Rwanda has
Hamas Open to Ceasefire, Rejects Trump-Led Proposal
Amid the rubble and heartbreak in Gaza, a fragile signal of hope has surfaced. The Palestinian group Hamas has said it is willing to consider a ceasefire with Israel, but it firmly opposes the latest plan introduced by former U.S. President Donald
Majaliwa Ends Ruangwa Journey, Ushers in New Era
After serving the people of Ruangwa for 15 years, Tanzania’s Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa has officially announced that he will not seek re-election for his parliamentary seat in the upcoming 2025 general elections. The announcement was made on July 2, 2025, during
Uganda Turns to BRICS for Fairer Global Deal
Uganda has officially joined the BRICS group as a Partner State, signaling a bold shift in its foreign relations. Once heavily reliant on Western aid, especially in healthcare and infrastructure, Uganda is now turning to countries like Brazil, Russia, India, China, and
Tanzania Invites Vietnam to Boost Investment Ties
The Vice President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Dr. Philip Mpango, has officially invited the Socialist Republic of Vietnam to explore investment opportunities in Tanzania—particularly in agriculture, textile manufacturing, and other key production sectors. Dr. Mpango extended the invitation during a
Tundu Lissu Treason Hearing Postponed to July 15
The treason case involving Tanzanian opposition figure Tundu Lissu has been postponed until July 15, 2025, after the prosecution informed the court it had not yet finalized a decision on whether to file formal charges in the High Court of Tanzania. The