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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Veteran Tanzanian Diplomat Juma Mwapachu Passes Away
Tanzania is mourning the loss of Ambassador Juma Volter Mwapachu, a highly respected diplomat and statesman, who passed away on the evening of March 28, 2025, at Muhimbili National Hospital. He had been receiving treatment before his passing. Born on September 27,
Tanzania Engages in Key African Infrastructure Development Plan
Tanzania took an active role in the Mattei Plan for Africa and the EU Global Gateway conference, held on March 27, 2025, in Rome, Italy. The conference, centered on boosting infrastructure development across Africa, focused on a major railway project connecting the
Kim Jong Un to Visit Russia for High-Level Talks
North Korean leader Kim Jong Un is preparing to visit Russia later this year for discussions with President Vladimir Putin, signaling closer ties between the two nations. Russian Deputy Foreign Minister Andrei Rudenko confirmed the visit, though an exact date and location
Putin Willing to Collaborate with Europe on Ukraine
Russian President Vladimir Putin has stated that he is open to working with European nations to find a resolution to the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. Speaking at a forum in Murmansk, Putin suggested that a temporary administration could be established in Ukraine
Bernie Sanders Moves to Block U.S. Arms Sales to Israel
Senator Bernie Sanders is taking steps to challenge an $8.8 billion U.S. weapons sale to Israel, arguing that the deal should not go forward without greater oversight and debate. The independent senator from Vermont, a longtime advocate for Palestinian rights, is expected
Putin Approves Launch of Russia’s Newest Nuclear Submarine
Russian President Vladimir Putin has officially given the green light for the deployment of the country’s latest nuclear-powered submarine, Perm, in a move that strengthens Russia’s naval forces. The submarine, part of the Yasen-M class, is the first to be equipped with
Trump Hosts White House Iftar Dinner for Ramadan
President Donald Trump hosted an iftar dinner at the White House, recognizing the Islamic holy month of Ramadan. The gathering, held in the State Dining Room, brought together ambassadors from Muslim-majority countries, senior officials, and members of his administration. In his remarks,
New Factory Inaugurated to Boost Tanzania’s Textile Industry
Minister of Industry and Trade, Dr. Selemani Jafo, recently launched a new factory in Kigamboni, Dar es Salaam, focused on producing mattresses, clothing, and canvas materials. This new development is expected to play a key role in boosting the local manufacturing industry
African Peace Council Members Wrap Up Training in Tanzania
A four-day training for members of the Peace and Security Council (PSC) of the African Union (AU) concluded in Arusha, Tanzania, on March 27, 2025. The program ended on a high note, with participants taking a special trip to the breathtaking Ngorongoro