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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CCM Unveils Visionary 2025–2030 Development Agenda
The Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM), Tanzania’s ruling political party, has released its 2025–2030 manifesto, outlining bold strategies to transform the country’s economy, urban infrastructure, and public services through innovation, investment, and inclusive growth. At the heart of this vision is a plan
Chinese Paraglider Rescued After Reaching Everest Altitude
A Chinese paraglider narrowly escaped death after being swept to a staggering 8,000 metres (26,247 feet) above sea level during a flight over the Qilian Mountains in northwestern China. The terrifying ordeal, reminiscent of a scene from a survival thriller, has stunned
Mbeya and Tanga Struggle to Attract Investment
Despite their strong economic profiles, Mbeya and Tanga are struggling to translate their regional gross domestic product (GDP) strength into actual investment and job creation. The challenge highlights a growing disconnect between regional economic performance and real-time investment facilitation in Tanzania. Data
CCCC Marks Dragon Boat Festival With Tanzanian Community
A celebration of color, culture, and community spirit unfolded in the coastal suburb of Kawe, where Tanzanians and Chinese nationals came together to mark the Dragon Boat Festival, an annual Chinese tradition with a legacy spanning over two millennia. The event was
Trump Presents Musk Key After DOGE Exit
In a symbolic gesture marking the end of an unusual government partnership, U.S. President Donald Trump handed over a golden key to Elon Musk at a ceremony held at the White House on May 30, 2025. The event marked Musk’s departure from
CCM Manifesto Pledges to Revive Constitution Review Process
In a vibrant and politically charged gathering in the nation’s capital, the ruling Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) has officially launched its 2025–2030 Election Manifesto, signaling a pivotal moment for Tanzania’s political future. At the heart of the new agenda is a bold
Kabila Visits Rebel-Held Goma Amid Growing Regional Concerns
Former Democratic Republic of the Congo President Joseph Kabila has recently traveled to Goma, a city in the volatile eastern province of North Kivu, currently controlled by the armed group M23. This visit comes after Kabila was stripped of his parliamentary immunity,
Government to Reclaim Idle Cooperative Lands in Kilimanjaro
Tanzania’s Minister for Agriculture, Hussein Bashe, has announced a sweeping move to address the chronic shortage of arable land in the Kilimanjaro Region, vowing to dissolve underperforming cooperative societies that are failing to utilize their vast land holdings. Speaking in the National
MP Calls for Transport Law Overhaul in Parliament
Tanzanian lawmaker Rashid Abdallah Shangazi, representing the Mlalo constituency, has urged the government to initiate a comprehensive legal review of the national transportation framework. The aim, he says, is to unlock the door for greater private sector participation in major infrastructure projects