Tz, Issues Public Alert: Rising Cases of Influenza and Dengue
The government of Tanzania has issued a renewed public health alert following an increase in seasonal respiratory infections and ongoing regional risks linked to
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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
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
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Aweso Praises President Samia for Water Sector Investments
The Minister for Water, Jumaa Aweso, has expressed gratitude to the President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Samia Suluhu Hassan, for significant financial investments in the water sector in Mwanza. Aweso stated that the ongoing water projects, once completed, are expected
Gov’t Strengthens Commitment to Tourism and Conservation
Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa reaffirmed the government’s commitment to strengthening the natural resources and tourism sectors, recognizing their essential role in driving Tanzania’s economic growth. Speaking in Arusha on Friday, December 20, 2024, during the launch of the Conservation and Tourism Awards
UWT Chair Urges Leaders to Prioritize Community Service
The Chairperson of the National Women’s Union (UWT) Mary Chatanda, has issued a strong message to lawmakers and local councilors, urging them to serve the entire community, not just those who helped them secure their positions. Chatanda shared these remarks during a
HELB Has Lent Over 8 Trillion Shillings to 830,000 Students
The Higher Education Loan Board (HELB) has disbursed more than 8 trillion Tanzanian shillings to approximately 830,000 students across the country since it was established. As the board prepares to mark its 20th anniversary next year, it continues to play a pivotal
REA Expands Access to Affordable Cooking Gas in Shinyanga
The Rural Energy Agency (REA) is taking significant steps to make clean cooking energy more accessible and affordable for rural communities in Shinyanga Region. Through a project worth TZS 545.54 million, REA plans to distribute 13,020 six-kilogram gas cylinders at a subsidized
Former Simba CEO Appointed as Rwanda’s Sports Secretary
François Régis Uwayezu, a seasoned administrator with a diverse career in sports and public service, has been appointed as the Permanent Secretary in Rwanda’s Ministry of Sports. This announcement, made by Prime Minister Edouard Ngirente on December 20, 2024, follows a presidential
Tanzania Signs Key Contracts to Boost Katavi Economy
Tanzania has taken a significant step toward transforming the Katavi Region into an economic powerhouse. The government recently signed two major contracts aimed at improving transportation and fostering growth around Lake Tanganyika. Deputy Minister of Transport, David Kihenzile, made the announcement on
Mozambique Declares Two Days to Mourn Cyclone Victims
Mozambique is reeling from the devastation caused by Cyclone Chido, which claimed at least 73 lives and left countless others grappling with loss and destruction. In response, the government has declared two days of national mourning, set to begin at midnight on
President Samia Named Among Africa’s Most Influential Women
Tanzania’s President, Samia Suluhu Hassan, has been recognized as one of Africa’s five most powerful women and included in Forbes magazine’s list of the top 100 most powerful women in the world. The recognition highlights her growing influence on the continent and