Experts Warn of Risks in Oil Exploration on Lake Tanganyika
Experts Warn of Risks in Oil Exploration on Lake TanganyikaTanzania’s decision to open the door for potential oil exploration in Lake Tanganyika has sparked
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MPs Impressed by Katente Gold Processing Technology
Members of Tanzania’s Parliamentary Standing Committee on Energy and Minerals have expressed admiration for the advanced technology being used at the Katente Gold Processing
Zanzibar Suspends Alcohol Sales During Holy Ramadan Month
Authorities in Zanzibar have reinforced a long-standing restriction on the sale of alcohol during the holy month of Ramadan, warning that the ban applies
Tanzania Secures Growing Maize Export Market In Congo
Farmers in Tanzania are expected to benefit from a more reliable market for their maize after a delegation from the Democratic Republic of the
Tanzania Delays New Port Infrastructure Fee Implementation
The Tanzania Ports Authority (TPA) has postponed the launch of a new Port Infrastructure Development (PID) fee, originally scheduled for March 8, 2026, to
Samia Receives UN Message on National Stability and Dialogue
President Samia Suluhu Hassan received a special message from United Nations Secretary‑General António Guterres on Wednesday, delivered by the UN Secretary‑General’s Special Envoy, Mr.
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Road Managers Will Be Assessed by Problem-Solving Skills
Minister of Constructions, Abdallah Ulega, has stated that regional managers of the Tanzania National Roads Agency (TANROADS) will be evaluated based on their ability to address challenges during emergencies to ensure all roads in the country remain passable at all times. He
WhatsApp to Discontinue Service on Older Devices
WhatsApp has announced that it will discontinue its service on older Android smartphones that are no longer receiving annual system updates. The platform, which is widely used across the globe, has informed users that starting January 1, 2025, WhatsApp will no longer
Ethiopia Evacuates Residents as Volcano Shows Activity
A volcano in northeastern Ethiopia has begun showing signs that it could erupt, prompting local authorities to take swift action. On Friday, officials evacuated residents from the area and relocated them to temporary shelters, as reported by local media and the government’s
Tanzania Sees Improvement in Primary, Secondary Exam Results
The National Examinations Council of Tanzania (NECTA) has released the results of the primary school leaving exams and the Form Two mock exams, revealing a notable improvement in overall performance. According to the council, the results show a significant increase in the
Tanzania to Host Africa Energy Summit 2025
Tanzania is set to host the Africa Energy Summit, branded as “Agenda 300,” on January 27-28, 2025. The high-profile event will take place at the Julius Nyerere International Convention Centre (JNICC) in Dar es Salaam. Government Spokesperson Gerson Msigwa emphasized that hosting
Ghana Introduces Visa-Free Travel for African Citizens
Ghana’s outgoing President, Nana Akufo-Addo, has announced that African passport holders will no longer require visas to enter the country. This new policy will take effect this year and underscores Ghana’s commitment to fostering stronger ties across the continent. Delivering his farewell
Tanga Port Supports Malawi with Urgent Fuel Shipment
Malawi has turned to Tanzania’s Tanga Port to secure an emergency supply of petroleum products. Masoud Mrisha, the Tanga Port Manager, confirmed that a fuel tanker, MT High Freedom, docked at the port on January 1, 2025, carrying a total of 39,418
Biden Administration Proposes $8 Billion Arms Deal with Israel
The Biden administration has formally proposed an $8 billion arms sale to Israel, a move announced as President Joe Biden approaches the end of his term. The comprehensive package includes artillery shells, air-to-air missiles for fighter jets, small-diameter bombs, and other munitions
Tz, Denies Mozambican Refugee Crossings Amid Regional Unrest
Tanzanian authorities have dismissed reports of Mozambicans fleeing into the country despite escalating violence in Mozambique following disputed elections. Officials confirmed that no refugees have crossed the southern border, even as neighboring Malawi continues to see a significant influx of displaced families.