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
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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
Tanzania Cardinal Polycarp Pengo Dies, Church Mourns
The death of Polycarp Pengo, the retired Archbishop of Dar es Salaam, has marked the end of one of the most influential religious careers
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Minister Kombo Pushes for Deeper Port Collaboration
Tanzania is looking to boost its port operations and global trade reach through a new partnership with one of Europe’s most established maritime hubs — the Port of Antwerp-Bruges in Belgium. During his recent visit to Belgium, the Minister of Foreign Affairs
Biden Warns Social Security System Under Threat
Former U.S. President Joe Biden strongly criticized the current administration’s approach to Social Security, warning that ongoing cost-cutting measures could severely weaken the system that millions of Americans depend on. Speaking to a packed auditorium at a national conference in Chicago, Biden
Tanzania Prioritizes Education, Health, Roads in 2025/26 Budget
The Government of the United Republic of Tanzania has unveiled an ambitious budget for the financial year 2025/26, prioritizing investments in education, healthcare, and infrastructure, in a continued effort to uplift the livelihoods of citizens across the nation. Presenting the budget estimates
National Broadband Rollout Misses Annual Target
Tanzania’s national plan to connect homes directly with high-speed fibre-optic internet has fallen drastically short of expectations, according to the latest audit report by the Controller and Auditor General (CAG). The initiative, which was part of the government’s broader digital transformation agenda,
China Calls Itself World’s Market, Open to All
China is making it clear to the world: it sees itself not just as a rising power, but as the global marketplace—open for business and opportunity, no matter the political climate. As trade tensions with the United States continue to simmer, Chinese
China Open to Talks If Trump Shows Respect
In a move that could signal a thaw in frosty U.S.-China relations, Beijing has said it is open to renewed discussions with Washington but only if former President Donald Trump, or any future U.S. leadership, approaches talks with what China calls “mutual
Iran Reaffirms Its Right to Enrich Uranium
Iran has made it clear once again: its uranium enrichment program is not up for debate. As talks with the United States remain stalled, officials in Tehran are standing firm, stating that their ability to produce nuclear fuel is a national right—and
China Reveals U.S. Manufacturing Secrets-Brands Under Spotlight
A heated online debate is unfolding on Chinese social media as creators and influencers shine a light on luxury American brands that advertise “Made in USA” while secretly manufacturing their products in Chinese factories. This backlash comes in the wake of President
China Stands Firm Amid Rising U.S. Tariff Pressure
China has pushed back firmly against the latest round of U.S. tariffs, saying the measures will not derail the country’s long-term economic progress. In a clear show of confidence, Chinese officials emphasized that the fundamentals of their economy remain solid, even as