Court Weighs New Evidence In Lissu Treason Case
The High Court in Dar es Salaam is expected to rule on whether prosecutors can introduce additional evidence in the treason case facing Tundu
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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
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
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Ugandan Opposition Leader Besigye Charged with Treason
Ugandan opposition leader Dr. Kizza Besigye has been formally charged with treason, sparking renewed concerns about political freedoms and human rights in the country. The 68-year-old politician appeared in court on Friday, February 21, 2025, looking frail and seated in a wheelchair.
Kilwa’s Ancient Salt Farms Draw Curious Global Visitors
Kilwa, a historic town on Tanzania’s southern coast, has long been known for its role in trade along the Swahili Coast. Once a thriving hub connecting Africa, the Middle East, and India, Kilwa is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site, drawing visitors
China Backs Trump’s Russia Talks as Ukraine Reacts
China has voiced support for former U.S. President Donald Trump’s efforts to engage in peace talks with Russia, calling it a step toward stability. However, the discussions have raised concerns since Ukraine was not included, sparking debate over how the war could
Trump Hosts Golf Leaders in Push for Unity
U.S. President Donald Trump welcomed some of the sport’s biggest names to the White House on Thursday. The meeting included golf legend Tiger Woods, PGA Tour Commissioner Jay Monahan, player-director Adam Scott, and Yasir Al-Rumayyan, the Governor of Saudi Arabia’s Public Investment
Ramaphosa Urges Unity as G20 Faces Divisions
South African President Cyril Ramaphosa has called for greater global cooperation, emphasizing the importance of multilateralism and respect for international law as world leaders gather for the G20 Foreign Ministers’ Meeting. His remarks come amid rising tensions, particularly involving the United States,
CCM Confirms October Election Amid Chadema’s Reform Push
Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) has reassured Tanzanians that the general election set for October 2025 will take place as scheduled, dismissing claims that it could be postponed due to demands for electoral reforms. Speaking on Friday, February 21, 2025, in Dar es
Tanzania Ensures Health Services Continue Despite U.S. Aid Cut
The Tanzanian government has assured citizens that essential health services, including reproductive health care, will continue uninterrupted despite the recent suspension of U.S. aid. Speaking on Wednesday, February 19, Chief Medical Officer Dr. Grace Magembe emphasized that the situation is being closely
Thailand Intensifies Crackdown on Myanmar Scam Compounds
Thailand has stepped up efforts to dismantle scam compounds operating near its border with Myanmar, where thousands of people have been lured under false pretenses and forced into online fraud. Authorities believe that between 30,000 and 100,000 individuals many of them foreign
Chinese Naval Drill Forces Flight Reroutes in Tasman Sea
A Chinese naval exercise in international waters between Australia and New Zealand caused disruptions to commercial flights, forcing some airlines to change their routes. The People’s Liberation Army Navy (PLAN) had notified Australian authorities just before the live-fire drill began. The exercise