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
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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
Prime Minister Orders Urgent Lake Chala Water Project
Prime Minister Mwigulu Nchemba has given the Ministry of Water a strict two-week deadline to complete the process of securing a contractor for the
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Tanzania Expands Teacher Training To Support New Curriculum
Tanzania is making significant strides in modernizing its education system, with the government intensifying teacher training efforts to support the rollout of a revised national education policy. The move is aimed at equipping learners with practical skills that meet evolving job market
Tanzanian Health Ministry Urges Nurses to Uphold Ethics
Tanzania’s Deputy Minister for Health, Dr. Godwin Mollel, has urged nurses across the country to remain dedicated, ethical, and innovative as they continue to play a critical role in the national healthcare system. Speaking during International Nurses Day, celebrated every May 12,
Tanzania’s Hero Rats Trained for Global Missions
The government of Tanzania has announced that 100 specially trained rats have been deployed to various countries for lifesaving missions, including landmine detection and tuberculosis diagnosis. Speaking in Dodoma while presenting the 2025/26 budget for the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology,
U.S. and China Agree to Temporary Trade Truce
The United States and China have agreed to a temporary easing of trade tensions, slashing tariffs for a 90-day period as both sides seek a broader resolution to their economic standoff. As part of the deal, the U.S. has reduced its tariffs
Gold Mining Halted in Congo Over Tax Dispute
A major gold mining operation in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo has been temporarily shut down following a dispute over taxes with the M23 rebel group, which currently exerts control over parts of the mineral-rich region. The mining company, which operates
Tanzania Tables $1 Billion Education Budget Plan
The Tanzanian government has unveiled a comprehensive education budget proposal for the 2025/26 financial year, reflecting a strong commitment to advancing education, science, and technology in the country. The Ministry of Education, Science and Technology has requested a total allocation of TSh
Tanzania Rolls Out Global Science Scholarship Plan
The Government of Tanzania has introduced a groundbreaking international scholarship program aimed at top-performing high school graduates in science subjects. Unveiled by the Minister of Education, Science, and Technology, Prof. Adolf Mkenda, the new initiative is named “Mama Samia 360 – DSP/AI+”
US-China Trade Talks Signal Possible Reset
The recent comments from China’s Vice Commerce Minister have provided insight into how the world’s two largest economies are approaching a delicate—but promising—moment in their trade relationship. Following recent high-level meetings in Geneva, Chinese Vice Commerce Minister Li Fei emphasized that any
US and China Reach Breakthrough in Tariff Dispute
The United States and China have agreed to dramatically reduce tariffs on each other’s imports for the next 90 days. The decision, announced after crucial negotiations in Geneva, Switzerland, is seen as a breakthrough moment in what has been a prolonged and