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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Namibia and Tanzania Deepen Partnership for Shared Prosperity
On her first official state visit to Tanzania since assuming office, President Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah of Namibia has reaffirmed her country’s commitment to strengthening economic and diplomatic ties with Tanzania, focusing on shared growth, investment opportunities, and job creation. President Nandi-Ndaitwah, who made
Niang , Shameem Khan Step In During Khan’s Leave
With International Criminal Court (ICC) prosecutor Karim Khan taking a temporary leave, one of his deputies is expected to take the lead in the ongoing proceedings against former president Rodrigo Duterte. Kristina Conti, ICC assistant to counsel and one of the lawyers
Tanzania Warns of Rising Respiratory and Mosquito Diseases
The Tanzanian government, via the Ministry of Health, has issued a public warning about an increase in respiratory infections and mosquito-borne diseases across various regions, notably along the coastal areas and the bustling city of Dar es Salaam. On May 20, 2025,
Police Warn Public On Hacked Account
The Tanzania Police Force has issued a stern warning to the public after false and misleading information was circulated using its official account on X (formerly Twitter). According to authorities, the posts—which included fabricated statements and offensive content—were not issued by the
Namibia President Starts First Official Visit To Tanzania
Namibia’s new President, Netumbo Nandi-Ndaitwah, arrived in Tanzania today for a two-day state visit, marking her first international engagement since being sworn into office on March 21, 2025. The visit comes at the invitation of Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan, and is
Trump Confirms Peace Talks Between Russia, Ukraine Soon
Donald Trump, President of the United States, announced that Russia and Ukraine will begin urgent negotiations aimed at achieving a ceasefire and ultimately ending the war that has raged since 2022. The announcement followed a lengthy two-hour phone conversation between Trump and
Hungarian Lawmakers Vote To Leave Global Court
Hungarian lawmakers have approved legislation to begin the process of withdrawing from the International Criminal Court (ICC), the first such step taken by a European Union member state. The vote—held in the Hungarian National Assembly—ended with 134 in favor and 37 opposed.
Tanzania MP Sparks Debate With Controversial LGBTQ Inquiry
Member of Parliament for Tarime Rural, Mwita Waitara, stirred controversy in Parliament today by asking whether the government would consider installing “homosexuality detection machines” within the legislative chambers as a demonstration of accountability in addressing same-sex relationships. The provocative question was directed
Three Prominent Ex-Chadema Leaders Join Chaumma
In a notable realignment within Tanzania’s political scene, three high-profile former Chadema leaders — Salum Mwalimu, Benson Kigaila, and Devotha Minja — were formally received into the Party for People’s Liberation (Chaumma) today. Their entry marks a bold shift in the opposition