Court Appeal Throws Tundu Lissu Trial Into Limbo
The treason trial facing opposition leader Tundu Lissu has been put on hold indefinitely, introducing fresh uncertainty into a case that has drawn nationwide
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Tz, Issues Public Alert: Rising Cases of Influenza and Dengue
The government of Tanzania has issued a renewed public health alert following an increase in seasonal respiratory infections and ongoing regional risks linked to
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
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
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Borno Begins Voluntary Return of Displaced Refugees
The government of Nigeria’s Borno State has begun a carefully coordinated process to return more than 3,000 displaced citizens from Cameroon, marking a major step in rebuilding communities torn apart by over a decade of conflict in the country’s northeast. The first
Rwanda Challenges Britain Over Abandoned Asylum Agreement
Rwanda has taken a major legal step against the United Kingdom, launching international arbitration over the cancellation of a high-profile asylum deal that once aimed to relocate migrants from Britain to the East African country. In a statement released this week, the
North Korea Prepares to Reveal New Nuclear Expansion Strategy
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un has signaled that his government is ready to unveil the next phase of its nuclear weapons program, a move likely to heighten tensions across East Asia and draw renewed scrutiny from the international community. Speaking to
Gaza Humanitarian Crisis Deepens as Death Toll Continues Rising
The suffering in Gaza is reaching even more devastating levels as health officials report that nearly 71,662 people have been killed since fighting erupted in October 2023, with more than 171,000 others injured. Hospitals across the territory remain overwhelmed, operating with limited
Putin Pays Emotional Tribute at Leningrad Siege Memorial
Russian President Vladimir Putin on Tuesday made a deeply personal visit to one of Russia’s most sacred war memorials, laying flowers at the grave of his brother who died during the devastating Nazi siege of Leningrad in World War II. The quiet
Kenyan Environmentalist Breaks Guinness Tree-Hugging Record
Kenyan environmentalist Truphena Muthoni has officially been recognized by Guinness World Records for hugging a tree for an astounding 72 consecutive hours, setting a new benchmark in environmental activism and advocacy. The 22-year-old accomplished the feat from Monday, December 8, to Thursday,
Winnie Odinga Rejects Claims About Father’s Final Moments
Winnie Odinga, Member of the East African Legislative Assembly (EALA) and daughter of the late Kenyan Prime Minister Raila Odinga, has strongly refuted claims by businessman Oketch Salah that he was present during her father’s final moments. Speaking in an interview on
Tinubu Continues Türkiye Visit After Brief Stumble
Nigeria’s President Bola Ahmed Tinubu briefly stumbled during a ceremonial welcome in Ankara on Tuesday, but officials say he is in good health and continues his state visit without interruption. The 73-year-old leader, who is in Türkiye to strengthen diplomatic and economic
Ugandan Army Rejects Claims Over Alleged Home Raid
Uganda’s military leadership has pushed back against accusations by opposition figure Bobi Wine that soldiers carried out a violent night raid at his home in Kampala, an incident he says left his wife injured and in need of medical care. According to