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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Kotoka International Airport Likely To Be Renamed
Ghana’s Prime International Airport might be due for a timely name change from Kotoka International Airport to Kwame Nkrumah International Airport. Some Ghanaians have opined that Ghana’s Most Prominent international airport Kotoka international Airport does not deserve the name it carries. They
Gold Prices Hit Record High Amid Global Uncertainty
The price of gold has soared to unprecedented levels, reaching Sh7.5 million per troy ounce on February 15, 2025. This marks the highest price ever recorded, according to the Bank of Tanzania’s exchange rates. The surge represents a sharp increase of Sh1.3
Zimbabwe Begins Compensation for Seized Farmlands
Zimbabwe has officially started compensating foreign landowners whose commercial farms were taken during the country’s land reform program two decades ago. Despite facing a heavy debt burden of $21 billion, the government is pushing forward with its commitment to pay over $3
Trump Calls for Zelensky To Hold Elections
US President Donald Trump, is demanding Ukrainian President Volodymer Zelensky hold elections if he wishes to engage in negotiations to resolve the Ukraine conflict. “We have a situation where we haven’t had elections in Ukraine, where there is essentially martial law, and
Trump Scolds Zelensky for Complaining About Exclusion
US President Donald Trump on Tuesday criticized Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy after Zelenskyy expressed frustration over Ukraine’s exclusion from the US-Russia talks in Riyadh aimed at resolving the ongoing war. Trump accused Zelenskyy of “starting” the conflict and labeled him a “grossly
Trump Accuses Ukraine Of Provoking War With Russia
President Donald Trump has criticized Volodymyr Zelenskyy, saying he was “disappointed” that the Ukrainian leader complained about being left out of talks bewteen the US and Russia over ending the Ukraine war. Trump also blamed Kyiv for Moscow’s invasion , expressing increased
Tanzania Pushes for Investment Treaty Reforms
The Attorney General of Tanzania Hamza Johari, has emphasized the need for the country to update its investment laws in order to keep up wit h the fast-changing global economy and technological advancements. He made these comments during a recent meeting at
Pope Francis Hospitalized with Pneumonia, Health Challenged
Pope Francis, 88, has been diagnosed with pneumonia in both of his lungs. The Vatican shared that the Pope has been battling a respiratory infection for more than a week, and he is now receiving care at Gemelli Hospital in Rome, Italy.
Wired Jaws,The Dangerous Weight-Loss Trend
A troubling trend has started to gain traction, particularly among young women, where people are having their jaws wired shut as a way to lose weight. The method, which is gaining popularity through social media, involves using dental wires to connect the