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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Tanzania and Algeria to Promote Economic Diplomacy
The governments of Tanzania and Algeria have agreed to promote economic diplomacy by utilizing the significant economic opportunities available in the two countries to build the prosperity of their people. This came when the Minister of Foreign Affairs and African Cooperation, Hon.
US Shifts Stance on Ukraine’s NATO Membership
U.S. Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth made waves on Wednesday with a candid statement about the future of Ukraine’s NATO membership, saying it’s “unrealistic” for the country to join the alliance while embroiled in its ongoing conflict with Russia. Hegseth’s comments marked
Parliament Calls for Review of Msalato Airport Project Financing
On Wednesday, the Public Accounts Committee (PAC) of the Tanzanian Parliament urged a thorough review of the financing agreement for the Msalato International Airport project in Dodoma. The project, which is set to cost a total of $329.47 million, has faced several
Court Begins Hearing DRC’s Case Against Rwanda
On February 12, 2025, the African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights (AfCHPR) began hearing a high-stakes case filed by the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) against Rwanda. The case, numbered 007/2023, is focused on alleged human rights violations committed by rebel
Tanzania’s ‘Made in Tanzania’ Logo Deadline Set
The government of Tanzania has set a three-month deadline for finalizing the much-anticipated “Made in Tanzania” logo, a project aimed at boosting the country’s brand identity on the global stage. On February 12, Minister for Industry and Trade, Dr. Selemani Jafo, announced
Trump and Putin Discuss Peace Talks for Ukraine
U.S. President Donald Trump has shared that he recently had a “very good” phone call with Russian President Vladimir Putin. The two leaders discussed possible steps toward ending the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. According to Trump, Putin expressed a strong desire to
Zelensky Suggests Territory Swap for Peace
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has proposed a territorial exchange with Russia Speaking recently, he suggested that Ukraine could be open to exchanging land it currently controls in Russia’s Kursk region for the territories held by Russia in Ukraine. The proposal comes as
Concerns Raised Over U.S. Weapons in Ukraine
In recent statements, Tucker Carlson has raised serious concerns over the fate of U.S. weapons sent to Ukraine, alleging that as much as half of the military aid may be resold. Carlson claims that a significant portion of these arms end up
Saudi Arabia Unveils $1.5 Billion AI Investment
Saudi Arabia has made a bold move to cement its position as a global leader in artificial intelligence (AI), unveiling a $1.5 billion investment aimed at revolutionizing the country’s tech landscape. The announcement was made at the LEAP 2025 technology event, where