Court Appeal Throws Tundu Lissu Trial Into Limbo
The treason trial facing opposition leader Tundu Lissu has been put on hold indefinitely, introducing fresh uncertainty into a case that has drawn nationwide
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Tz, Issues Public Alert: Rising Cases of Influenza and Dengue
The government of Tanzania has issued a renewed public health alert following an increase in seasonal respiratory infections and ongoing regional risks linked to
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
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
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Don Lemon Arrest Raises Press Freedom Concerns
Veteran journalist Don Lemon was taken into federal custody Thursday night while covering the Grammy Awards, sparking renewed debate over press freedom and the rights of reporters covering politically sensitive events. The arrest stems from Lemon’s presence at a protest earlier this
Kinyerezi Mpya Secondary School Unveils Bold Education Reforms
In a bid to improve academic performance and strengthen collaboration between teachers, parents, and students, stakeholders at Kinyerezi Mpya Secondary School held their first engagement of 2026. The meeting was chaired by the Deputy Mayor of Dar es Salaam, John Ryoba Mrema,
China Opens Visa-Free Travel to British Citizens
In a major diplomatic and travel milestone, China has announced visa-free entry for British citizens, a move aimed at strengthening tourism, business, and cultural ties between the two nations. The decision comes amid shifting global dynamics and is seen as a gesture
Tanzania, Brazil Strengthen Cooperation Across Strategic Sectors
Tanzania and Brazil have pledged to deepen cooperation across key sectors, including health, agriculture, trade, investment, education, and security, in a renewed effort to benefit citizens and strengthen long-term development ties. The commitment was made on January 29, 2026, during high-level discussions
Tanzania Advances Universal Health Insurance to Protect Poor
Tanzania’s government has reaffirmed its commitment to expanding healthcare access for all citizens, describing the Universal Health Insurance scheme as a major social protection tool aimed at reducing inequality and shielding vulnerable families from financial hardship. Speaking in the National Assembly, Prime
Burkina Faso Junta Dissolves All Political Parties Nationwide
The military-led authorities in Burkina Faso have officially dissolved all political parties and repealed the legal framework that governed their operations, marking one of the most sweeping political changes since the armed takeover of power in 2022. The decision was adopted through
John Mrema Leads Kinyerezi’s New CCM Office Project
In a move aimed at strengthening grassroots leadership infrastructure and improving public service delivery, the Deputy Mayor of Dar es Salaam, who also serves as the elected councillor for Kinyerezi Ward, John Ryoba Mrema, has officially launched the construction of a new
Islamic Scholar Urges Respect During Ramadhan Festivities
As the holy month of Ramadan approaches, a prominent Islamic scholar has called on Muslims to observe proper etiquette and adhere to the spiritual principles of the faith, warning against behaviors that could undermine the sanctity of the period. Sheikh Hashim Rusaganya,
Tanzania and Norway Deepen Partnership in Modern Farming
Tanzania and Norway have strengthened their agricultural cooperation, focusing on smart agriculture technologies to boost productivity and improve livelihoods for smallholder farmers across the country. The announcement was made on January 29, 2026, in Dodoma, during a meeting between Tanzania’s Minister of