Experts Warn of Risks in Oil Exploration on Lake Tanganyika
Experts Warn of Risks in Oil Exploration on Lake TanganyikaTanzania’s decision to open the door for potential oil exploration in Lake Tanganyika has sparked
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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
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.
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China’s Robotic Library Revolutionizes Book Borrowing
China has opened a new robotic library that boasts an impressive collection of 5 million books. This innovative, three-story facility is designed to make borrowing books quicker and more efficient, handling up to 2.7 million requests every year. At the heart of
U.S. Ends Free Military Aid to Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has confirmed that the United States will no longer offer free military aid to Ukraine, marking a significant shift in the financial support the country has relied on since the war with Russia began. This change has caused
Utah Bans Pride Flags in Government Buildings
Utah has made headlines as the first state in the U.S. to pass a law banning the display of LGBTQ+ pride flags in all government buildings and public schools. The decision has sparked a lot of debate, with people on both sides
Zelensky Rejects Trump’s Proposal on Military Aid Loans
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has firmly rejected a proposal from U.S. President Donald Trump that would treat military aid to Ukraine as loans rather than grants. This new approach, which would require Ukraine to repay U.S. military assistance over time, has sparked
Heavy Rains Cause Chaos, Disrupt Transport Nationwide
Ongoing heavy rains across Tanzania have caused widespread damage and disruption, leading authorities to urge residents in high-risk areas to evacuate and seek safety. In Dar es Salaam, the collapse of a temporary bridge connecting Bonyokwa and Kinyerezi has caused major traffic
CCM Donates Funds for Sigrada’s Medical Treatment
Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) in Mufindi District, Iringa, has raised TSh 1,553,500 to help with the medical expenses of Sigrada Mligo, the Women’s Wing Secretary of the Democratic Party of Progress (CHADEMA) in Njombe. The funds will be used for her treatment
Deputy Prime Minister Pushes for Clean Energy in Prisons
The Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Energy, Dr. Doto Biteko, has called for increased support to ensure all prisons in Tanzania fully transition to clean cooking energy. Speaking at the Tanzania Correctional Training Academy (TCTA) in Dar es Salaam, Dr. Biteko
Tanzania’s New Trade Levies Spark Concerns in Kenya
Tanzania’s decision to impose fresh levies on Kenyan products, including eggs, dairy, meat, and confectionery, has raised concerns in Kenya, with traders fearing a potential setback in cross-border commerce. The move, which Kenyan officials argue contradicts the principles of the East African
Passport Rankings 2025, Global Mobility Trends Revealed
The latest 2025 Passport Index has been released, shedding light on the world’s most powerful passports and the extent of travel freedom they provide. This ranking, based on the number of destinations passport holders can access without prior visa arrangements, highlights the