Tanzanian Seafarer’s Body Returns After Attack
The body of Tanzanian seafarer Mchama Mongu, who died while on duty in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has arrived in the country through
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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
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
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Vice President Mpango Announces Decision to Step Down
Vice President Philip Mpango has revealed that he will not be seeking re-election as President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s running mate in the upcoming 2025 elections. At 68, Mpango, who has served Tanzania for decades in various capacities, expressed his belief that it
Forty-Five Students Hospitalized After Suspected Poisoning
45 students from Mvumi Mission Secondary School in Dodoma were rushed to Mvumi Mission Hospital after consuming what is believed to be contaminated food. The incident occurred Today Tuesday afternoon, February 11, 2025. Dr. Albert Chalinze, the Medical Officer in charge at
Zitto Kabwe Criticizes Election Case Delays
ACT Wazalendo has filed 51 cases challenging the outcomes of the recent Local Government Elections in Tanzania. The party has already secured a victory in one case in Kigoma region, with several other cases still in progress. In a statement to the
759 Motorcycle Riders Killed in Accidents in Two Years
A total of 759 motorcycle taxi riders, also known as bodaboda operators, tragically lost their lives in road accidents between 2022 and 2024, according to recent statements from the Ministry of Internal Affairs. Deputy Minister of Internal Affairs, Daniel Sillo, shared this
Elon Musk’s $97 Billion Bid to Buy AI Firm
A group of investors led by Elon Musk has offered a staggering $97.4 billion to purchase OpenAI, the company behind ChatGPT. But the company’s current owner, Sam Altman, rejected the offer, sparking a public back-and-forth between the two tech giants. Musk, the
Government Announces New Guidelines for Electricity Connections
Deputy Minister for Energy, Hon. Judith Kapinga, revealed that the government has put in place a new cost structure for connecting households to the national electricity grid. The cost, however, will vary depending on whether the area is urban or rural. Speaking
Sudan to Form New Government After Military Takes Control
Sudan is on track to establish a new government after the military regained full control of the capital, Khartoum. This decision follows months of conflict, with the country enduring political instability since 2023. General Abdel Fattah Al-Burhan, the leader of Sudan’s Armed
Xi Jinping to Join Russia’s WWII Victory Commemoration
Chinese President Xi Jinping has accepted an invitation to join Russia’s 80th anniversary celebrations of the victory over Nazi Germany in May, as confirmed by Russia’s ambassador to China, Igor Morgulov. In addition to attending the event in Moscow, President Xi has
EU Rethinks Foreign Aid Strategy to Align with Interests
The European Union (EU) is shifting its approach to foreign aid, moving to align assistance more closely with its political and economic interests. This change mirrors a similar decision made by former U.S. President Donald Trump, who tied foreign aid to the