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
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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
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
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Ten Fishermen Missing After Lake Rukwa Storm
Tragedy struck Lake Rukwa on January 23, 2025, when a sudden and violent storm swept through, disrupting the lives of local fishermen. Out of 550 fishermen who were on the lake during the storm, 540 have been rescued, but 10 remain missing
Tanzania to Launch Laptop Manufacturing Plant for Education
Tanzania is taking a bold step toward digital transformation with plans to establish its first laptop manufacturing plant. The facility, which will produce Tanzanite-branded laptops, is designed to support ICT education across primary and secondary schools, while also advancing the country’s industrialization
Tanzania Joins Hands with Italy to Advance Kiswahili AI
Tanzania has taken a bold step in bridging language and technology by partnering with Almawave, an Italian company specializing in artificial intelligence (AI) language tools. The collaboration focuses on developing advanced Kiswahili AI systems, ensuring the language is not left behind in
Endangered Tortoises Repatriated to Tanzania as Key Evidence
116 tortoises have been returned to Tanzania from Thailand to serve as crucial evidence in an ongoing case against a global smuggling network. This announcement was made by Interpol on Friday, January 24, 2025. The tortoises were initially discovered over two years
Sea Taxis Launched for Kigamboni, Providing Relief
The government has partnered with Azam Marine and the Tanzania Electrical, Mechanical, and Electronics Services Agency (TEMESA) to launch a new initiative aimed at improving transport services between Magogoni and Kigamboni. This initiative is designed to tackle the long-standing transportation issues at
Apartheid Victims Sue SA Gov’t R167 Million Over Lack Of Justice
The largest constitutional damages lawsuit in the country’s history has been initiated against the government by the Foundation for Human Rights (FHR) and 25 families of victims and survivors of apartheid-era atrocities. The suit alleges that the government actively undermined their efforts
India-Russia Economic Partnership: Boosting Trade and Investment
India and Russia have maintained a robust relationship since the establishment of the Strategic Partnership Declaration in 2000. This partnership was further strengthened in 2010 when it was elevated to a Special and Privileged Strategic Partnership, reflecting the deepening ties between the
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,