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 Moves Up in Global Press Freedom Rankings
Tanzania has made a modest but notable step forward in global press freedom rankings, moving from 97th to 95th in the 2025 World Press Freedom Index, as published by Reporters Without Borders (RSF). The improvement, though slight, reflects ongoing national efforts to
Prince Harry Seeks Reconciliation With Royal Family
Prince Harry has opened up in a heartfelt interview, expressing his deep desire to repair his fractured relationship with his family — especially his father, King Charles III, and brother, Prince William. Speaking candidly with the BBC, the Duke of Sussex said
UN Faces Big Shake-Up Amid Budget Strains
The United Nations is quietly considering a bold restructuring plan that could dramatically reshape how the global body works. A leaked internal memo suggests the UN is exploring ways to merge several of its major agencies into four key pillars: peace and
Tanzania Sets New Path for Mining Sector Growth
Tanzania’s Parliament has given the green light to a new national budget for the Ministry of Minerals, allocating TZS 224.98 billion for the 2025/2026 financial year. The move signals a strong commitment to developing the country’s rich mining sector, even as the
Tanzania Tightens Rules on Foreign Currency Use
In a major move to protect the strength of the Tanzanian Shilling and reinforce economic independence, the Bank of Tanzania (BoT) has officially banned the use of foreign currencies in domestic transactions. The directive means that all goods, services, and payment agreements
Cardinals Face Crucial Choice on Church’s Future
The Catholic Church stands at a defining moment, as cardinals from around the world gather in Rome to choose the next pope following the death of Pope Francis on April 21. With the conclave set to begin on May 7, deep discussions
Law Society Sets Up Team to Tackle Key National Issues
The Tanganyika Law Society (TLS) has unveiled plans to form a high-level committee that will seek a direct audience with President Samia Suluhu Hassan to address urgent concerns around legal reforms, human rights, and governance in Tanzania. Speaking to reporters on Friday,
Tragedy In Mara Village As Nurse Killed
A small village in Tanzania’s Mara Region is reeling after a well-known local nurse was brutally killed, in what authorities believe was a case of intimate partner violence. The shocking incident took place late Thursday night in Malembeka Village, located in Bunda
China Urges U.S. To Cease Coercive Tactics In Trade Talks
China has signaled that while it is open to restarting trade negotiations with the United States, it will not tolerate what it calls pressure tactics or threats disguised as diplomacy. The firm statement, issued by China’s Ministry of Commerce, comes just days