Tanzania Launches Frameworks to Drive Vision 2050 Agenda
The Tanzanian government has taken a major step toward implementing its long-term development strategy by preparing to table three key planning instruments in Parliament,
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Government Pushes Unified Approach to Water Resources
Tanzania’s Minister for Water, Jumaa Aweso, has called on water basin boards across the country to strengthen cooperation and improve performance in order to
Tanzania Unity Efforts Falter Amid Justice Concerns
Veteran Tanzanian politician and respected economist Professor Anna Tibaijuka has warned that the country’s current political environment is not conducive to genuine national unity,
Tanzania Strengthens Domestic Funding for NTD Programs
Tanzania has ramped up domestic financing and strengthened district-led delivery for neglected tropical diseases (NTDs) following the sudden withdrawal of international donor support in
Police Intensify Enforcement Against Illegal Use of BRT Lanes
Police in Tanzania have announced a robust enforcement operation targeting motorists who continue to use Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) lanes illegally, saying the practice
Government Expands Support for People With Albinism Nationwide
The government has renewed its directive to all local authorities to prioritise funding for special skin-protection oil for people living with albinism, reinforcing its
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Gabon Sets April 12 As Election Date To End Military Rule
Gabon is set to hold a presidential election on April 12, as announced by the council of ministers. This West African nation is currently under military rule following a coup that took place in August 2023. According to a government statement released
Power Outages Disrupt Lives and Businesses in Zanzibar
Residents and small-scale business owners in Zanzibar are expressing growing frustration over frequent and unannounced power outages that are having a detrimental impact on their livelihoods. Many are particularly concerned about the losses incurred by businesses dealing with perishable goods, including fish,
NECTA Cancels Results of 67 Students Over Misconduct
The National Examinations Council of Tanzania (NECTA) has invalidated the 2024 Certificate of Secondary Education Examination (CSEE) results for 67 students, citing various cases of misconduct. Among them, five students were found to have written insults in their examination scripts, leading to
South Sudan Blocks Social Media Over Violence Concerns
The South Sudanese government has ordered a temporary shutdown of social media platforms, including Facebook and TikTok, in a bid to quell rising tensions and violence fueled by graphic content shared online. The directive, issued by the National Communication Authority (NCA) on
Shanghai Unveils Training Center for Humanoid Robots
China has launched its first training center dedicated to humanoid robots in Shanghai’s Pudong District. The state-of-the-art facility aims to refine the abilities of robots to operate in diverse industries, marking a significant milestone in the country’s technological development. Known as the
Iranian Pop Star Sentenced to Death for Blasphemy
Amir Hossein Maghsoudloo, better known by his stage name Tataloo, has been sentenced to death in Iran after being convicted of blasphemy. The popular singer, who once enjoyed immense fame among the country’s youth, now faces the gravest punishment for allegedly insulting
ZFDA Orders Recall of Defective Zinc Tablets
The Zanzibar Food, Drugs and Cosmetics Agency (ZFDA) has announced the immediate withdrawal of a batch of PED Zinc (Zinc Sulphate Dispersible Tablets) from the market due to concerns over its quality. The recalled batch, numbered 2203002, was produced by a Nairobi-based
Trudeau Warns Trump of Consequences Over Tariffs
Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau has voiced serious concerns about U.S. President Donald Trump’s proposal to impose a 25% tariff on Canadian imports, warning that such a move could have unintended and far-reaching consequences for both countries. Speaking at a press conference,
Kenyan Police Arrest Man Carrying Wife’s Dismembered Body
Kenyan police have arrested a man in Nairobi’s Huruma district after discovering dismembered human remains in his backpack. The shocking incident unfolded during a routine patrol in the early hours of January 22, 2025, leaving the local community reeling in disbelief. The