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 Plans New Law to Regulate Building Sector
Tanzania’s Minister of Works, Hon. Abdallah Ulega, stood before Parliament on Monday, May 5, 2025, with a firm message of reform and responsibility. As he presented the Ministry’s Budget Estimates for the 2025/2026 financial year, the minister spoke not only of figures
Popemobile to Become Mobile Clinic for Gaza Children
In a powerful symbol of compassion and hope, one of the late Pope Francis’ iconic popemobiles is being transformed into a mobile health clinic to serve children in the Gaza Strip—fulfilling what has been described as one of his final wishes before
Over 134,000 Tanzanian Students Begin National Exams Today
More than 134,000 students across the country are beginning their Advanced Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (ACSEE) today, May 5, in a major academic event that will continue until May 26, 2025. The exams, administered by the National Examinations Council of Tanzania
Zitto Kabwe Makes Bold Bid to Reclaim Kigoma Seat
Former Member of Parliament and former ACT-Wazalendo party leader Zitto Kabwe has officially launched his political comeback, collecting nomination forms on Sunday as he prepares to contest the Kigoma Urban parliamentary seat in the 2025 general elections. The event, held at the
Shoe Hurled at President Ruto During Migori Rally
President William Ruto’s weekend tour of Kenya’s western region took an unexpected turn on Sunday afternoon when a shoe was thrown at him while he was addressing a rally in Kuria West. The incident occurred as the President was speaking to a
South Africa Begins Phased Withdrawal from Eastern DRC
The South African National Defence Force (SANDF) has confirmed it is taking precautionary measures to safeguard its personnel and military equipment as it begins the phased withdrawal of troops from eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). The decision follows rising insecurity in
Food Shortages Spark Deadly Protests in Kakuma Camp
Widespread demonstrations have rocked security in Kakuma refugee camp in north-western Kenya , with police firing live bullets at the protestors, according to local media. The protests erupted over food and water shortages in the camp. According to residents, conditions in the
Cholera Outbreak Hits Tanganyika Province in DRC
A cholera outbreak has struck Tanganyika Province in the Democratic Republic of Congo, with over 100 cases reported since the start of this week in the Nyemba and Kalemie health zones. Health officials have confirmed two deaths linked to the outbreak. Dr.
Medvedev Warns Kyiv Ahead of May 9 Celebrations
Dmitry Medvedev, Deputy Chairman of Russia’s Security Council, has warned that no one can guarantee Kyiv’s safety if Ukraine launches attacks on Moscow during the upcoming May 9 celebrations commemorating the Soviet victory in World War II. The warning follows an announcement