Experts Warn of Risks in Oil Exploration on Lake Tanganyika
Experts Warn of Risks in Oil Exploration on Lake TanganyikaTanzania’s decision to open the door for potential oil exploration in Lake Tanganyika has sparked
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MPs Impressed by Katente Gold Processing Technology
Members of Tanzania’s Parliamentary Standing Committee on Energy and Minerals have expressed admiration for the advanced technology being used at the Katente Gold Processing
Zanzibar Suspends Alcohol Sales During Holy Ramadan Month
Authorities in Zanzibar have reinforced a long-standing restriction on the sale of alcohol during the holy month of Ramadan, warning that the ban applies
Tanzania Secures Growing Maize Export Market In Congo
Farmers in Tanzania are expected to benefit from a more reliable market for their maize after a delegation from the Democratic Republic of the
Tanzania Delays New Port Infrastructure Fee Implementation
The Tanzania Ports Authority (TPA) has postponed the launch of a new Port Infrastructure Development (PID) fee, originally scheduled for March 8, 2026, to
Samia Receives UN Message on National Stability and Dialogue
President Samia Suluhu Hassan received a special message from United Nations Secretary‑General António Guterres on Wednesday, delivered by the UN Secretary‑General’s Special Envoy, Mr.
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CCM Faces Crucial Decision Ahead of 2025 Election Campaign
As Tanzania approaches its pivotal 2025 general elections, the ruling party, Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM), is entering a decisive week marked by speculation over a potential leadership shake-up. At the center of attention is Dr. Emmanuel Nchimbi, the party’s current Secretary General
Tanzania Defends Historic Union Amid Rising Doubts
The Government of Tanzania has issued a stern warning to those it believes are intentionally misrepresenting or undermining the Union between Tanganyika and Zanzibar, calling on citizens to appreciate the strength and progress the nation has gained through this 60-year-old political alliance.
Congo and U.S. Close to Critical Minerals Pact
The Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) is preparing to finalize a high-stakes agreement with the United States that could unlock major American investments in its vast critical mineral reserves while also supporting ongoing efforts to bring peace to its conflict-ridden eastern
Ghana Closes Embassy in Washington Amid Corruption Probe
Ghana’s government has taken the significant step of temporarily closing its embassy in Washington, D.C., amid serious allegations of corruption and misuse of funds within the mission. This move follows an internal investigation that uncovered troubling financial misconduct by some embassy staff.
Tanzania Vice President Arrives for AfDB Meetings
Tanzania’s Vice President, Dr. Philip Mpango, arrived in Abidjan, Ivory Coast, to represent the country at the Annual Governors’ Meetings of the African Development Bank (AfDB) Board. The event is scheduled to take place from May 26 to May 30, 2025. Upon
Tanzania and Japan Boost Trade and Diplomatic Relations
Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa has highlighted the growing partnership between Tanzania and Japan, noting a remarkable increase in trade between the two countries. Speaking at the ongoing World Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, Majaliwa shared that trade volume soared from $7 billion
Burkina Faso President Applauds Progress in Development
President Ibrahim Traoré, leader of Burkina Faso, concluded a four-day working visit to the western city of Bobo-Dioulasso with strong praise for the country’s recent strides in economic self-reliance and community-driven development, especially in the agricultural and industrial sectors. During his tour,
Tanzania Government Vows to Improve Air Services
The Tanzanian government has reaffirmed its commitment to ensuring better services for air passengers by enhancing airline operations, enforcing adherence to flight schedules, and safeguarding passenger rights across all air carriers. Speaking in Parliament on May 26, the Deputy Minister for Transport,
Cooperative Leader Jailed Twenty Years for Cotton Fraud
In a decisive ruling that highlights the challenges of transparency in Tanzania’s agricultural sector, a cooperative secretary in Simiyu Region has been sentenced to 20 years in prison for embezzling funds meant for a local cotton farmer. Masanja Mboje, 36, who served