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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Russia Taunts West Over Trade Sanctions Impact
As global tensions simmer, Russia is taking a defiant stance against Western trade sanctions, choosing not only to adapt but to ridicule the efforts of the United States and European Union to economically isolate Moscow. The response from the Kremlin has been
PM Majaliwa Tables Budget, Highlights Progress Across Tanzania
Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa on Wednesday delivered a detailed address to the National Assembly, outlining Tanzania’s major achievements in the 2024/2025 financial year and presenting the Government’s expenditure estimates for the year 2025/2026. In his speech, the Prime Minister praised the leadership
Europe Eyes U.S. Gas as Tariff Tensions Rise
The European Union is reportedly weighing the possibility of increasing its purchases of American natural gas, a move seen as a way to ease rising trade tensions with the United States under Donald Trump’s renewed pressure on allies. In recent remarks, Trump
Russia Strengthens Currency Settlements Amid Dollar Decline
Russia is focusing on increasing the use of its national currency for international transactions, especially in light of the diminishing role of the US dollar, according to Maxim Petrov, Russia’s trade representative in Nigeria. This move comes as the US engages in
Nightclub Roof Collapse in Santo Domingo Kills Over 100
In a night that was meant to be filled with music, dancing, and celebration, tragedy struck the Jet Set nightclub in Santo Domingo when the roof suddenly collapsed, killing at least 113 people and injuring more than 250 others. The popular venue,
Congo Ends U.S. PR Deal, Seeks Direct Ties
The Democratic Republic of Congo has officially ended its contract with a high-profile American public relations firm as it shifts its diplomatic approach to build closer, more direct relations with U.S. President Donald Trump and his circle. The contract, reportedly worth hundreds
Congo’s Conflict Fuels Illegal Mineral Smuggling Surge
As war and unrest grip eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), a shadow economy is thriving beneath the chaos one driven by the illegal extraction and smuggling of the country’s vast mineral wealth. With gold, coltan, tin, and tantalum flowing across borders
U.S. Defense Secretary Warns China Over Panama Canal
U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth warned against what he called rising Chinese influence over one of the world’s most vital shipping routes the Panama Canal. Addressing a press conference alongside Panamanian officials, Hegseth declared, “China did not build this canal. China
Trump Renews Criticism of China Over Trade Imbalance
U.S. President Donald Trump has once again lashed out at China’s economic policies, accusing the country of years of unfair trade practices at the expense of the United States. Speaking at a recent campaign style rally, Trump declared, “China has ripped us