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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Senegal Begins Formal Talks to Join BRICS Bloc
Senegal has officially opened negotiations to become a member of the BRICS group of emerging economies, in a move that signals its growing ambition to strengthen its global economic footprint and deepen ties with countries shaping a new multipolar world order. The
Tanzanian Diaspora in Belgium Praises Samia’s Leadership
Tanzanians living in Belgium and Luxembourg have publicly applauded President Samia Suluhu Hassan for her leadership, describing her as a driving force behind the country’s development and continued peace. The praise was delivered during a warm and engaging meeting with Tanzania’s Minister
Kabudi Highlights Four Years of Government Progress
The Minister for Information, Culture, Arts and Sports, Prof. Palamagamba Kabudi, on April 14, 2025, shared a detailed reflection on the achievements of the Sixth Phase Government over the past four years, during a press briefing held at the MAELEZO Auditorium in
TLS President Faults Interpretation of Electoral Laws
President of the Tanganyika Law Society (TLS), Advocate Boniface Mwabukusi, has raised serious concerns over what he describes as a misleading interpretation of the law by the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), regarding the role of political parties in the upcoming elections.
Trump Delays Tech Tariffs to Ease Consumer Impact
President Donald Trump has paused a new wave of tariffs that would have hit smartphones, laptops, and key electronic components imported from countries like China. The decision offers a temporary breather to tech companies and everyday consumers alike, many of whom had
LGBTQ Flag Sparks Firestorm at Polish Debate
A Polish presidential debate took a dramatic and unexpected turn this week when conservative candidate Karol Nawrocki placed a small LGBTQ+ flag on the podium of liberal rival Rafał Trzaskowski, setting off a flurry of reactions both on stage and across the
China Warns U.S. Against Global Dominance Push
China has issued a stern warning to the United States, saying it cannot expect to impose its will on the rest of the world. The message, delivered through high-ranking officials and state media, reflects Beijing’s growing frustration with Washington’s recent trade moves,
Fierce Winds Paralyse Northern China, Public Warned
Life in northern China has been thrown into disarray as violent winds swept across several provinces, damaging property, grounding flights, and leaving streets eerily empty. For days now, residents have battled gusts so intense that authorities issued a warning for people weighing
Tanzania Energy Official, Driver Die In Car Crash
The country is mourning the sudden and tragic loss of Engineer Gissima Nyamo-Hanga, the Managing Director of Tanzania’s national power utility, and his driver, Muhajiri Haule, following a fatal car crash that occurred on the night of Saturday, April 12, in Bunda