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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Europe Gears Up for Trade Clash with United States
The European Union is preparing for a potential trade standoff with the United States following Washington’s recent decision to impose tariffs on European steel and aluminum. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has strongly criticized the move, warning that it could
ICC Acknowledges Limitations, Backs New Court Proposal
The International Criminal Court (ICC) prosecutor Karim Khan has acknowledged the court’s growing incompetence in addressing the ongoing atrocities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Following his visit in February, Khan highlighted the persistent nature of violence in eastern Congo,
U.S. and DRC Discuss Security and Mining Cooperation
The governments of the United States and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) have initiated discussions on a new agreement involving security cooperation linked to the extraction of critical minerals. This move comes as the DRC faces security challenges in its eastern
Elon Musk Criticizes France for Banning Marine Le Pen
Billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk has strongly condemned France’s decision to bar far-right leader Marine Le Pen from running in future elections, calling it an attack on democracy. Le Pen, head of the National Rally party, was recently convicted of embezzling €2.9 million
Russia Warns of Regional Fallout from Iran Strikes
Russia has cautioned against any potential military attacks on Iran’s nuclear infrastructure, warning that such actions could destabilize the entire region. Deputy Foreign Minister Sergei Ryabkov made Moscow’s position clear, stating, “We have repeatedly warned against even considering strikes on Iran’s nuclear
China and Russia Strengthen Ties with New Agreements
China and Russia have taken another step in deepening their strategic partnership as their top diplomats signed a series of cooperation agreements aimed at strengthening economic, political, and international collaboration. The agreements were signed in Moscow during a meeting between Chinese Foreign
Tanzania Bets on Partnerships for Economic Transformation
Tanzania has set its sights on a bold economic transformation, aiming to expand its economy to $700 billion—an ambitious leap from its current $85 billion. But how will the country fund such a massive expansion without overburdening itself with debt? Experts believe
Tanzania’s Central Bank Moves to Stabilize Currency
The Bank of Tanzania (BoT) has stepped in to stabilize the value of the Tanzanian Shilling by participating in the Interbank Foreign Exchange Market (IFEM). This intervention aligns with the bank’s 2023 Foreign Exchange Intervention Policy and aims to maintain stability in
Putin Begins Biggest Russian Militarily Call-Up In Years
Vladimir Putin has initiated a significant military call-up in Russia, enlisting 160,000 men aged 18 to 30. This marks the largest conscription effort since 2011, as the country aims to expand its military forces. The call-up, which is part of the spring