Tanzania Opens Major Probe Into Election Violence
President Samia Suluhu Hassan has ordered a sweeping criminal investigation into violence linked to Tanzania’s disputed 2025 election period, signaling a potentially historic attempt
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Mystery Deepens Over Arusha Businessman Death
Police in northern Tanzania are investigating the mysterious death of businessman Sifaeli Christofa Mollel, whose decomposed body was discovered inside a house linked to
Tanzania Opposition Accuses Registrar Over Political Pressure
Political tensions have escalated in Tanzania after the Registrar of Political Parties issued a formal notice to the opposition party CHADEMA, requesting it to
Tanzania Seizes 66,048 Litres Illicit Chemicals
Tanzanian authorities have intercepted 66,048 litres of illicit precursor chemicals in a major anti-narcotics operation in Dar es Salaam, exposing what officials describe as
Tanzania Sets Transport Reform Agenda 2026/27
Tanzania has unveiled an ambitious transport development agenda for the 2026/27 financial year, outlining eight strategic priorities aimed at modernising infrastructure and improving efficiency
CRDB Campaign Second Draw Rewards Six Winners
The excitement surrounding the ongoing CRDB Bank TemboCard Visa campaign intensified after six lucky customers emerged winners during the second official draw of the
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Meloni Proposes New Security Solution for Ukraine
Italian Prime Minister Giorgia Meloni has put forward an innovative proposal, suggesting that Ukraine be given the same security protections as NATO member countries, without the need for formal membership. This new approach seeks to provide Ukraine with the necessary defense guarantees
Putin Meets Mothers of Fallen Soldiers, Offers Support
President Vladimir Putin met with the mothers of Russian soldiers who had lost their lives in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. The gathering, held at his residence in Novo-Ogaryovo, saw an emotional exchange where Putin expressed his deepest sympathies, telling the women,
Two U.S. Soldiers Arrested Over Alleged Bribery
Two U.S. soldiers, one currently serving and the other a former Marine, have been arrested on charges of accepting bribes from individuals connected to China. The arrests come at a time when national security concerns are intensifying, with foreign interference in military
China Reaffirms Support for Palestinian Statehood Rights
Chinese Foreign Minister Wang Yi has reiterated Beijing’s stance on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, stating that Gaza belongs to the Palestinian people and should not be treated as a political bargaining chip. His remarks come as tensions in the Middle East continue to
Lavrov Praises Trump’s NATO Remarks Amid Ukraine War
Russian Foreign Minister Sergei Lavrov has praised former U.S. President Donald Trump for his stance on NATO, suggesting that Trump recognizes the alliance’s expansion as a key factor in the ongoing Ukraine conflict. Speaking before Russian lawmakers, Lavrov highlighted Trump’s comments that
Tanzania’s Startup Boom: Fintech Leads, Other Sectors Lag
Tanzania’s startup ecosystem is growing fast, but one sector is getting the lion’s share of investmentfintech. In 2024, the country raised $53 million in startup funding, and a staggering 75% of that went to financial technology companies. This mirrors a wider trend
Minister Slams Contractor Over Delays in BRT Project
The Minister of Works, Abdallah Ulega, has strongly criticized delays in the ongoing Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Phase IV project, blaming the Chinese contractor for failing to meet deadlines despite receiving a substantial payment of Sh36 billion. During his site inspection on
Student’s Death Sparks Debate on Corporal Punishment
The tragic death of Form Two student Mhoja Maduhu has reignited concerns over the use of corporal punishment in Tanzanian schools, with child rights organizations calling for urgent reforms. Maduhu, a student at Mwasamba Secondary School in Busega district, Simiyu region, lost
U.S. Considers Plan to Inspect Iranian Oil Tankers
The U.S. government is reportedly discussing a plan to stop and inspect Iranian oil tankers at sea, a move that could escalate tensions between Washington and Tehran. The proposal is said to be part of broader efforts to enforce sanctions aimed at