Court Appeal Throws Tundu Lissu Trial Into Limbo
The treason trial facing opposition leader Tundu Lissu has been put on hold indefinitely, introducing fresh uncertainty into a case that has drawn nationwide
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Tz, Issues Public Alert: Rising Cases of Influenza and Dengue
The government of Tanzania has issued a renewed public health alert following an increase in seasonal respiratory infections and ongoing regional risks linked to
Tanzania Links Security With Economic Growth Momentum
President Samia Suluhu Hassan has underscored the critical role of national security in supporting Tanzania’s economic growth, highlighting that a stable and secure environment
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
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
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Samia Congratulates Museveni on Seventh Presidential Victory
President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Samia Suluhu Hassan, has congratulated Uganda’s President-elect, Yoweri Museveni, following his victory in the country’s general election held on January 15, 2026, reaffirming Tanzania’s commitment to strengthening long-standing bilateral ties between the two neighbouring states.
ACT Wazalendo Delays Decision on Zanzibar Unity Government
The opposition party ACT Wazalendo has yet to declare whether it will participate in Zanzibar’s Government of National Unity following the October 2025 General Election, choosing instead to maintain a cautious silence as political consultations continue. Speaking to journalists in Dar es
Senegal Triumphs As East Africa Receives AFCON Hosting Rights
Senegal were crowned champions of the 2025 Africa Cup of Nations on Sunday night, bringing the curtain down on a dramatic tournament and officially setting the stage for East Africa to host the next edition of the continent’s biggest football event, the
Uganda Partially Restores Internet After Tense Election
Uganda has begun cautiously reopening internet access after days of restrictions imposed during a highly contested presidential election that returned President Yoweri Museveni to office for a seventh term, extending his rule close to five decades. Late on Saturday night, users across
Observers Raise Concerns Over Uganda Military Election Role
International election observers have voiced unease over the involvement of Uganda’s military in the conduct of the country’s recent general election, warning that public directives issued by senior defence officials could weaken confidence in the democratic process. In their assessment of the
Trump Rekindles Trade Dispute Over Greenland Demand
President Donald Trump has once again placed transatlantic relations under strain after issuing a fresh warning that links future trade penalties against Europe to his long-standing interest in Greenland, a move that has unsettled diplomats and markets alike. In a statement shared
Museveni Declared Winner Of Uganda Presidential Election
Uganda’s long-serving president, Yoweri Museveni, has been declared the winner of the 2026 presidential election after securing 71.65 per cent of the total votes cast, according to official results released by the country’s electoral authorities. His closest challenger, opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi,
Kilwa Road Transport Plan Sparks Public Backlash
A proposal to limit public transport options along Dar es Salaam’s busy Kilwa Road has sparked fresh debate, with residents and transport stakeholders warning that removing smaller vehicles in favour of Bus Rapid Transit services alone could leave thousands of commuters stranded.
Africa Faces Growing Debate Over Election Internet Shutdowns
The use of internet shutdowns during elections is increasingly coming under fire across Africa, with political actors, governance experts, and human rights advocates warning that the practice risks weakening democratic institutions and eroding public confidence in electoral processes. Across the continent, governments