Experts Warn of Risks in Oil Exploration on Lake Tanganyika
Experts Warn of Risks in Oil Exploration on Lake TanganyikaTanzania’s decision to open the door for potential oil exploration in Lake Tanganyika has sparked
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MPs Impressed by Katente Gold Processing Technology
Members of Tanzania’s Parliamentary Standing Committee on Energy and Minerals have expressed admiration for the advanced technology being used at the Katente Gold Processing
Zanzibar Suspends Alcohol Sales During Holy Ramadan Month
Authorities in Zanzibar have reinforced a long-standing restriction on the sale of alcohol during the holy month of Ramadan, warning that the ban applies
Tanzania Secures Growing Maize Export Market In Congo
Farmers in Tanzania are expected to benefit from a more reliable market for their maize after a delegation from the Democratic Republic of the
Tanzania Delays New Port Infrastructure Fee Implementation
The Tanzania Ports Authority (TPA) has postponed the launch of a new Port Infrastructure Development (PID) fee, originally scheduled for March 8, 2026, to
Samia Receives UN Message on National Stability and Dialogue
President Samia Suluhu Hassan received a special message from United Nations Secretary‑General António Guterres on Wednesday, delivered by the UN Secretary‑General’s Special Envoy, Mr.
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DRC Soldiers Face Trial for Abandoning Battlefield
Seventy-five soldiers from the Democratic Republic of Congo’s (DRC) national army, FARDC, have been arrested and charged with desertion after allegedly fleeing from battle against M23 rebels in the volatile eastern region of the country. According to military prosecutors, the soldiers abandoned
Elon Musk and Julius Malema in Heated Social Media Feud
A fierce war of words erupted on social media between billionaire entrepreneur Elon Musk and South African politician Julius Malema, with both figures exchanging sharp remarks over controversial statements linked to racial issues. The dispute reignited on February 9, 2025, when a
Aga Khan IV Laid to Rest in Aswan, Egypt
His Highness Prince Karim Aga Khan IV, the revered leader of the Ismaili Muslim community, was laid to rest on February 9, 2025, in a private burial ceremony in Aswan, Egypt. The solemn event marked the end of an era for millions
Tanzania to Enforce Ban on Foreign Currency Use
Tanzanians will soon have to conduct all local transactions exclusively in Tanzanian Shillings as the Bank of Tanzania (BoT), in partnership with the Ministry of Finance, finalizes regulations to enforce a ban on the use of foreign currencies for domestic payments. The
Ruto Urges Regional Cooperation to End DRC Crisis
Kenya’s President, Dr. William Ruto, called for a united and immediate response from regional leaders to help end the ongoing conflict in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), which has lasted for over two decades. Speaking at the EAC and SADC summit
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