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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Government Moves to Strengthen Environmental Protection Laws
The Tanzanian government is pushing forward with key amendments to the Environmental Management Act, aiming to grant the National Environment Management Council (NEMC) full regulatory authority. The move is part of a broader effort to enhance environmental governance and ensure stronger oversight
US Halts Aid to South Africa Over Land Seizures
The United States has announced an immediate suspension of foreign aid to South Africa, citing concerns over land seizures targeting the Afrikaner minority and Pretoria’s growing diplomatic ties with nations seen as hostile to American interests. The decision, outlined in an executive
Trump Disbands Task Force Aimed At Seizing Russia Assets
The administration of US President Donald Trump has disbanded a special team tasked with identifying and seizing sanctioned Russian oligarchs’ assets following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. The Department of Justice said the move reflects a shift in priorities. The task force, known
Russia plans 500-day Mock Mars Mission
Russian space researchers will lock six men in a metal tube for more than year in an effort to mimic the stresses and challenges of a manned mission to Mars. The 500 Days experiment, under development by the Russian Institute of Medical
Russia Aims To Be First Nation To Develop Mars Materials
Russian President Vladimir Putin has announced that Russia aims to be the first nation to develop the necessary materials for a manned mission to Mars. Speaking at a press conference, Putin emphasized the importance of advancing space technology and materials science to
Trump Imposes Sanctions On ICC Over Israel Investigations
President Donald Trump has signed a new executive order , imposing sanctions on the International Criminal Court (ICC) in response to its investigations involving Israel, a key U.S. ally. The ICC has issued an arrest warrant for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu,
President Samia To Inaugurate 11th East African Oil Conference
President Samia Suluhu Hassan is set to officiate the 11th East African Oil and Gas Conference, which will take place from March 5 to 7 in Dar Es Salaam. This prominent event is expected to attract over 1,000 participants, including industry experts,
How Ready Are African Leaders As U.S. Support Wanes?
As the winds of change blow through the global landscape, African leaders find themselves at a crucial crossroads. With the United States signaling a potential reduction in support for key international organizations like the World Health Organization (WHO) and the United States
Trump Plans To Cut US Funding To South Africa
U.S. President Donald Trump has announced plans to cut all funding to South Africa and has initiated an investigation into the country’s policies, alleging a “massive” human rights violation against white people due to a new land expropriation law. On his Truth