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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Dar Train Crash Injures Ten, Probe Begins
At least ten people were injured Monday evening when a commuter train operated by the Tanzania Railways Corporation (TRC) derailed while en route from the heart of Dar es Salaam to Pugu. The accident took place around 4:05 p.m. at a busy
Tanzania Opens Education Sector to Private Investment
Tanzania’s government has reaffirmed its commitment to improving the delivery of technical and vocational education by opening doors to private sector investors, in a move aimed at expanding access to skills-based learning and modern infrastructure. Minister for Education, Science and Technology, Professor
Tanzania Parliament Passes $2.4 Trillion Education Budget
The Parliament of Tanzania has officially approved a TSh 2.439 trillion budget for the Ministry of Education, Science and Technology, marking a significant investment in the country’s long-term development and commitment to building a knowledge-based economy. The announcement was made during a
Tanzania Supports Small Cashew Processors Nationwide
The Tanzanian government has ramped up efforts to support small-scale cashew nut processors, a move aimed at boosting local value addition, improving livelihoods, and strengthening the country’s position in the global agricultural exports market. This nationwide initiative seeks to address longstanding challenges
Rwanda and DRC to Sign Peace Accord in June
Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC) are set to sign a peace agreement in mid-June, with the signing ceremony to take place at the White House, according to Rwandan Foreign Minister Olivier Nduhungirehe. This deal, which comes after years
Zelensky Calls for Ceasefire Amid Escalation
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has renewed his call for a “full and unconditional” ceasefire with Russia, as tensions continue to rise along the frontlines of the ongoing war. The proposal comes just days ahead of a potential high-level meeting with Russian President
Tanzania Redraws Electoral Map Ahead of Elections
The Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) of Tanzania has introduced eight new parliamentary constituencies and renamed 12 existing ones. These changes are part of preparations for the country’s upcoming general elections, scheduled for October 2025. Speaking to the press at INEC headquarters
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,