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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CHADEMA Leadership Race, Lissu and Mbowe Face Off
Tanzania’s leading opposition party, CHADEMA, the political spotlight has turned to a high-stakes leadership contest. Tundu Lissu, a veteran politician and the party’s outspoken Vice Chairman, has declared his candidacy for the party’s chairmanship, challenging the longstanding leader, Freeman Mbowe. This announcement
Putin Withdraws Russia from Global Nuclear Pact
Russian President Vladimir Putin has formally withdrawn the country from the Multilateral Nuclear Environmental Program (MNEPR), a long-standing international agreement focused on nuclear safety and environmental protection. The decision marks another step in Russia’s retreat from global arms control and environmental frameworks
Russia Rejects Trump’s NATO Delay Proposal
Russia has firmly dismissed a proposal from U.S. President-elect Donald Trump to postpone Ukraine’s NATO membership as part of a potential peace agreement. The proposal, which suggested delaying Ukraine’s accession to the alliance by 20 years, was aimed at easing tensions and
Trump Urges EU to Buy US Energy or Face Tariffs
President-elect Donald Trump has issued a bold challenge to the European Union (EU), calling for the bloc to significantly increase its purchase of American oil and gas. Trump argues this would help reduce the substantial trade deficit between the two economic powers,
Minister Orders Action Against Tobacco Cartels
Minister of Agriculture, Hussein Bashe, issued directives on December 29, 2024, aimed at addressing the ongoing issue of tobacco cartels. His instructions include measures to ensure the return of tobacco sacks worth over 1.4 billion Tanzanian Shillings to farmers. These sacks were
Two Suspects Arraigned in Murder of 6-Year-Old
Two suspects charged in connection with the tragic death of six-year-old Graison Kanyenye appeared in court in Dodoma on Monday, December 30, 2024. The case has drawn significant attention, as the young boy’s death has left the community in shock. At this
Hadzabe and Tatoga Communities Face Existential Threats
Tanzania, a country known for its rich diversity with over 120 ethnic groups, is witnessing the slow but steady disappearance of two of its most unique communities: the Hadzabe and the Tatoga. These groups, deeply connected to their traditional ways of life,
Kenya Leads Eastern Africa in Diaspora Inflows
Kenya continues to dominate diaspora remittances in Eastern Africa, receiving $4.8 billion in 2024, according to newly released World Bank statistics. This figure dwarfs Somalia’s $1.73 billion and Uganda’s $1.49 billion, cementing Kenya’s position as a leader in leveraging financial support from
Jimmy Carter, Former US President, Dies at 100
The 39th President of the United States and Nobel Peace Prize winner Jimmy Carter, has died at the age of 100. He passed away peacefully on Sunday at his home in Plains, Georgia, surrounded by his family, according to a statement from