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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Twelve German Workers Hospitalized After Chemical Exposure
A dozen workers at a parcel sorting center in southern Germany were rushed to medical facilities after being exposed to a suspicious white powder on Thursday, raising concerns about chemical safety in logistics operations. The incident occurred in Langenzenn, a town located
Qatar Pushes Peace Proposal Between Congo, M23 Rebels
In a renewed push to bring peace to one of Africa’s most unstable regions, Qatari mediators have submitted a draft peace proposal to both the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) and the M23 rebel group, following a fresh round of talks
Godbless Lema Blocked From Exiting Tanzania
Opposition leader Godbless Jonathan Lema was stopped from leaving the country early Friday, June 6, 2025, at the Namanga border crossing between Tanzania and Kenya, a move that has triggered political speculation and revived conversations around human rights and freedom of movement.
Tragic End to Missing Doctor’s Search at Coco Beach
The body of Dr Hashim Titto, a young Tanzanian medical doctor who had been missing for over a month, was discovered along the shoreline of Coco Beach in Dar es Salaam this week, marking a devastating conclusion to a case that had
Billion-Dollar Feud Between Musk, Trump Escalates
A fast-growing dispute between Elon Musk and U.S. President Donald Trump is threatening to disrupt more than $22 billion in government space contracts. The clash, which exploded on social media and in the Oval Office, has raised alarm over the future of
Trump Sanctions ICC Judges Over Afghanistan War Probe
The U.S. President Donald Trump imposed sanctions on four judges from the International Criminal Court (ICC). The action, announced on Thursday, targets judges accused of authorizing what the U.S. termed “illegitimate and baseless” investigations into American and allied personnel. In a written
Muslims Worldwide Celebrate Eid al-Adha With Devotion
As the dawn of June 6, 2025, broke across parts of the world, millions of Muslims began celebrating Eid al-Adha, one of the most sacred festivals in the Islamic calendar. Known as the “Festival of Sacrifice,” the holiday marks the profound faith
European Union Grounds Tanzanian Flights Over Safety Issues
The European Union (EU) has barred all aircraft registered in Tanzania and Suriname from flying into, out of, or over its airspace. The decision, made public through the EU Air Safety List, follows concerns over regulatory deficiencies in both countries’ civil aviation
East Africa Backs Plan to Ease Money Transfers
The East African Community (EAC) has endorsed a transformative Cross-border Payment System Masterplan, a five-year regional strategy aimed at modernizing the way money moves between its partner states. Approved during the 28th Ordinary Meeting of the EAC Monetary Affairs Committee (MAC) held