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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Leaders Urged to Collaborate on DRC Crisis
President Emerson Mnangagwa of Zimbabwe called on his fellow regional leaders to approach the growing crisis in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) with openness, honesty, and a genuine commitment to long-term peace. As Chairperson of SADC, President Mnangagwa addressed the heads
President Samia Calls for Urgent Action on DRC
President Samia Suluhu Hassan of Tanzania At the EAC and SADC Joint Summit in Dar Es Salaam, called on her fellow leaders to take immediate action as the situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) continues to deteriorate. Speaking as Chairperson
Students Develop Digital Voting System for Elections
Two Form Six students at Mzumbe Secondary School, Christopher Honeywick and David Mwijage, have created a digital voting system designed to speed up election result announcements and eliminate the common delays in student government elections. The new system allows for live vote
Tshisekedi Attends Online Meeting on DRC Peace Efforts
President Félix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) took part in an online summit focused on peace efforts for his country, which is currently being held in Dar es Salaam. The president’s representative at the in-person meeting was Prime Minister
Mtwara Governor Calls for Patience Amid Flood Damage
The Governor of Mtwara, Colonel Patrick Sawala, has appealed to residents of Mtwara Mikindani Municipality, who are grappling with the aftermath of recent floods, to stay patient as the government works on providing support. Sawala visited the flood-affected areas to offer his
Tshisekedi Misses Critical Summit on DRC Crisis
President Félix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) did not attend today’s important summit between the Southern African Development Community (SADC) and the East African Community (EAC), aimed at discussing the ongoing crisis in eastern DRC. Instead, Prime Minister Judith
Ministry Assures Public, ARV Drug Supplies Remain Steady
The Tanzanian Ministry of Health has reassured the public that there are no shortages of antiretroviral (ARV) drugs used in the treatment of HIV/AIDS, dismissing recent rumors circulating on social media. In a statement issued on February 8, 2025, the ministry clarified
Grieving Family in Shock as Infant’s Body Disappears
A family in Nakuru is reeling from shock and devastation after the body of their seven-month-old baby vanished from the mortuary, turning their moment of mourning into an unimaginable nightmare. The family, from Menengai East, had gone to Nakuru Level Five Hospital
Dar Es Salaam Residents to Get Reliable Water Supply
After years of struggling with water shortages, residents in Kinyerezi, Tabata, Bonyokwa, and Ubungo can finally look forward to a steady and reliable supply as authorities near completion of a major water distribution project. Speaking to journalists, Acting Chief Executive Officer of