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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Tshisekedi Stresses Dialogue, Excludes M23 From Talks
Congolese President Félix Tshisekedi has expressed his willingness to continue dialogue to resolve the crisis in the eastern part of the country. However, he made it clear that the M23 rebel group, which Kinshasa labels a terrorist organization, will not be included
Fire Destroys Shops on Mwangaza Street in Dodoma
A destructive fire broke out early Tuesday morning on Mwangaza Street in Dodoma, engulfing several shops and causing widespread damage. The flames spread rapidly, and local firefighters from the Fire and Rescue Force were quick to arrive, working tirelessly to control the
Security Tightened Ahead of Chadema Elections in Dar
Security has been ramped up at Mlimani City in Dar es Salaam as Chadema prepares for its crucial General Meeting elections. The party will elect its new chairperson and vice-chairpersons for both the mainland and Zanzibar. The operation is being led by
Trump Announces US Withdrawal from World Health Organization
President Donald Trump announced that the United States will be withdrawing from the World Health Organization (WHO). The decision comes in response to what Trump described as the WHO’s mishandling of the COVID-19 pandemic and its inability to operate independently of political
Trump’s Gender Declaration Sparks Heated National Debate
In his inaugural address as the 47th President of the United States, Donald J. Trump made a striking declaration that has quickly become the subject of widespread debate. Standing before a crowd in Washington, D.C., he proclaimed, “Henceforth, there will only be
Will Dr. Nchimbi Strengthen CCM’s Leadership Vision?
Tanzania’s ruling party, Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM), has chosen Dr. Emmanuel Nchimbi as its vice-presidential candidate for the 2025 general elections, a decision that has sparked widespread discussion among political analysts and party insiders. Dr. Nchimbi’s nomination, finalized during CCM’s National Congress
Chadema’s Leadership Battle: Mbowe vs. Lissu
Today, January 21, 2024, marks a crucial day for Tanzania’s leading opposition party, Chadema, as members gather to decide their future in a highly anticipated leadership election. The contest pits long-serving Chairman Freeman Mbowe against his vocal challenger, Tundu Lissu, in a
TikTok Restarts Service for U.S. Users After Trump’s Intervention
TikTok has resumed its services for over 170 million users in the United States, following an announcement by President-elect Donald Trump that he would issue an order to pause the app’s ban once he officially takes office. This came just before his
Trump’s Inauguration Moved Indoors Due to Cold
President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration will be held inside the U.S. Capitol, instead of the usual outdoor ceremony, due to a severe cold front sweeping across the country. This marks the first time in 40 years that a presidential swearing-in has been moved