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
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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.
Chadema Urges Independent Probe Into October Violence
Tanzania’s main opposition party, the Chama cha Demokrasia na Maendeleo (Chadema), has called for an independent investigation into the violent events of October 29,
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Putin Declares BRICS Partnership Strong Despite Global Pressure
Russian President Vladimir Putin has reiterated his firm belief in the growing strength of the BRICS alliance, stating that cooperation among its members “will not stop and cannot stop” despite increasing international criticism and geopolitical tensions. Speaking at the 16th BRICS Summit
China Strengthens Oil Ties with Canada, Cuts U.S. Imports
China is now turning to Canada for a growing share of its oil needs at the same time slashing its crude oil imports from the United States by nearly 90%. The move highlights how energy trade patterns are being reshaped by geopolitical
Tariffs Force Shein and Temu to Raise Prices
Chinese-founded e-commerce giants Shein and Temu have announced they will soon raise prices for U.S. customers, citing the impact of new tariffs introduced under policies backed by President Donald Trump. The changes come as part of a broader U.S. push to tighten
Leaders Map Out Long-Term Cooperation Across Sectors
President Vladimir Putin has confirmed that Russia and China are working on ambitious, long-term plans to grow their partnership across a wide range of sectors. Speaking during a visit by Chinese Premier Li Qiang, President Putin praised the strong ties between the
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