Samia Hosts Dangote As Investment Talks Intensify
Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has held high-level talks with Africa’s richest businessman, Aliko Dangote, in a meeting widely seen as reinforcing Tanzania’s ambition
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Smart Grid Prevented Bigger Tanzania Blackout
The Tanzanian government has defended the country’s nationwide power outage, saying the blackout was not the result of a catastrophic grid failure but rather
Nationwide Blackout Exposes Tanzania’s Power Grid Risks
Tanzania was plunged into darkness on Saturday evening after a major technical fault crippled the National Electricity Grid, triggering a nationwide blackout that disrupted
Tanzania Moves To End Annual Elections
Tanzania is preparing to introduce significant reforms to its local government leadership structure, with the government set to table legislation that would abolish the
Tanzania’s Rally Ban Sparks Political Storm
Tanzania has entered a new phase in the debate over the balance between national security and constitutional freedoms after the government temporarily suspended all
Tanzania Drops Controversial Motorcycle Tax Plan
Tanzania has withdrawn a controversial proposal to impose a 5 percent excise duty on motorcycles, marking another significant revision to the government’s 2026 Finance
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ICC Prosecutor Khan Faces Retaliation Allegations Amid Inquiry
U.N. investigators are probing allegations of sexual misconduct against Karim Khan, the Chief Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court, and are also investigating claims of retaliation related to these accusations, according to five sources familiar with the situation. The inquiry is focused
ICC Prosecutor’s Visit to Congo Focuses on Justice
Karim A.A. Khan, the Chief Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC), has recently wrapped up a crucial three-day visit to the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC), held from February 24 to 26, 2025. The visit was aimed at addressing the ongoing
U.S. Announces Major Tariffs, Excludes Russia from List
The United States has rolled out a new set of tariffs aimed at reshaping global trade, sparking strong reactions from key economic players. President Donald Trump unveiled the measures on Tuesday, emphasizing that they are designed to protect American industries and ensure
U.S. Tariff Hike on China Sparks Global Concerns
The United States has announced a significant increase in tariffs on Chinese imports, raising the total duty rate to 54% in what officials describe as a move to protect domestic industries and address trade imbalances. The decision, which also affects other major
China Criticizes U.S. Tariffs, Warns of Retaliation
China has strongly condemned the United States’ decision to impose new tariffs on its exports, warning that the move could harm global trade and strain relations between the two economic giants. The tariffs, announced by Washington, significantly increase duties on Chinese goods,
NATO Pledges €20 Billion Military Aid to Ukraine
NATO has pledged over €20 billion in military aid to Ukraine for 2025, reaffirming its commitment to supporting Kyiv in its ongoing defense against Russia’s invasion. The announcement was made by NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte during a high-level meeting in Brussels, where
NATO Chief Warns of Growing Russian Security Threat
NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte has raised concerns over the increasing security risks posed by Russia, urging alliance members to take a more proactive approach in defense preparations. Speaking at a recent NATO gathering, Rutte emphasized that Moscow is not only committed to
Europe Gears Up for Trade Clash with United States
The European Union is preparing for a potential trade standoff with the United States following Washington’s recent decision to impose tariffs on European steel and aluminum. European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen has strongly criticized the move, warning that it could
ICC Acknowledges Limitations, Backs New Court Proposal
The International Criminal Court (ICC) prosecutor Karim Khan has acknowledged the court’s growing incompetence in addressing the ongoing atrocities in the Democratic Republic of the Congo (DRC). Following his visit in February, Khan highlighted the persistent nature of violence in eastern Congo,