Kilombero CCM Reviews Party Performance Ahead of Future Elections
The Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) leadership in Kilombero District has held a special District Executive Council meeting to assess the party’s performance, strengthen its
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Mbeya Invites Investors to Build Modern Slaughterhouse in Ilemi
Mbeya City Council has invited investors and private sector stakeholders to participate in the construction of a modern slaughterhouse in Ilemi through a Public-Private
Arusha Builds New Secondary School at Sh584 Million
The government has begun implementing a new ward secondary school project in Kimnyaki, Arumeru District, Arusha Region, at a cost of TZS 584.2 million,
Police Warn Against Planned Violence Ahead of Lissu Ruling
The Dar es Salaam Special Police Zone has warned individuals allegedly mobilising people to travel to the city to engage in violence and acts
Wami/Ruvu Projects Advance to Improve Water Access
The Wami/Ruvu Basin Water Board has inspected ongoing water infrastructure projects in Mvomero District, Morogoro Region, aimed at improving livestock water access, protecting the
TAKUKURU Targets 93 New Offices by 2027
Tanzania’s Prevention and Combating of Corruption Bureau (PCCB), commonly known as TAKUKURU, is expected to complete the construction of 93 office buildings across the
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Ruto Calls for Stronger Democracy Across East Africa
Kenyan President William Ruto has underscored his belief that democracy remains the best system of governance—despite its many challenges. Speaking in Doha, Qatar, on November 9, 2025, during the World Summit for Social Development, Ruto said that genuine democracy thrives where leaders
Archbishop Ruwa’ichi: Nation Wounded, Dignity Lost
During a solemn Mass on Monday, November 10, 2025, commemorating citizens who lost their lives amid last week’s general election, Archbishop Jude Thaddaeus Ruwa’ichi delivered a powerful homily highlighting the deep wounds inflicted on the nation and the erosion of its dignity. The service
Lissu’s Treason Trial Begins Without His Presence
The treason trial of Tundu Lissu, chairman of Tanzania’s opposition party Chama cha Demokrasia na Maendeleo (CHADEMA), commenced today at the High Court’s Masjala Ndogo division in Dar es Salaam, notable for the absence of the accused. Lissu was not brought to court due
Zanzibar Ports Reduce Food Import Fees by 80 Percent
The Zanzibar Ports Corporation (ZPC) has announced an 80 percent reduction in import levies for all food items entering the islands from mainland Tanzania. The policy, effective from November 10 to November 24, 2025, covers ports across Unguja and Pemba, including Malindi,
South Africa Assumes Interim SADC Leadership Role
South Africa has taken over as the Interim Chair of the Southern African Development Community (SADC), following Madagascar’s decision to step down due to domestic political unrest. The announcement was made after an Extraordinary Virtual Summit of SADC Heads of State and
Tanzania’s 13th Parliament Opens Without an Official Opposition
Tanzania’s 13th Parliament officially convenes this week, but once again without an official opposition camp, marking the second consecutive Parliament to operate under one-party dominance. The development has reignited debate about the future of multiparty democracy and parliamentary accountability in the country.
Mussa Zungu Poised to Become Tanzania’s Next Speaker
Veteran lawmaker Mussa Zungu is on the verge of becoming Tanzania’s eighth Speaker of Parliament after members of the ruling party, Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM), overwhelmingly endorsed him as their official candidate ahead of the 13th Parliament’s opening session. In a tightly
ACT-Wazalendo Takes INEC to Court Over Disputed Special Seats
A new political storm is brewing in Tanzania after opposition party ACT-Wazalendo declared it will take the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) to court, accusing it of miscalculating votes in a way that unfairly denied the party its rightful share of special-seat
U.S. Boycotts G20 Summit in South Africa Over Rights Dispute
The United States has confirmed that it will not send any government representatives to the upcoming G20 Summit in South Africa, following President Donald Trump’s decision to boycott the event, citing alleged human rights abuses in the host country. In a statement