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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Fifteen Arrested Over SGR Vandalism and Copper Theft
Authorities in Tanzania have arrested 15 individuals in connection with the vandalism of the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) and electricity infrastructure. Among those apprehended are a Chinese national and a Kenyan. The suspects are accused of stealing over 14 tonnes of copper
Russia Tops EU LNG Suppliers Amid Growing Energy Debate
Russia has once again emerged as the leading supplier of liquefied natural gas (LNG) to the European Union, delivering gas worth €701.5 million in October 2024. This significant contribution accounted for about 32% of the EU’s total LNG imports for the month,
Tanzanian Coffee Supplier Faces Allegations of Fraud
A Tanzanian coffee supplier is currently under scrutiny following allegations of fraud after failing to deliver coffee beans despite receiving a 101.5 million Tanzanian Shilling (approximately 43,750 US dollars) upfront payment from an international buyer. The payment was part of a larger
47 Centers Established to Promote Swahili Language
The Minister for Information, Culture, Arts, and Sports, Professor Paramagamba Kabudi has announced the launch of 47 new centers dedicated to teaching Swahili, both in Tanzania and abroad. This initiative, supported by the Swahili Council of Tanzania, aims to broaden access to
Experts Urged to Uphold Ethics in Procurement
Tanzania’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Energy, Dr. Doto Biteko called on procurement and supply chain professionals to always uphold the highest ethical standards in their work, emphasizing the key role they play in supporting the government’s development plans. During the
Minister Orders Swift Action on National IDs Distribution
The Minister of Home Affairs, Innocent Bashungwa, has directed the National Identification Authority (NIDA) to distribute 1.2 million completed national IDs within two months. The minister emphasized the urgency during his official visit to the authority’s headquarters in Dar es Salaam on
126 Arrested in Arusha: Crimes and Convictions Detailed
The Police Force in Arusha Region has been working tirelessly to ensure safety and stability in the area. From October 2024 to now, their efforts have led to the arrest of 126 individuals involved in various crimes, including rape, sodomy, and drug
Tragic Collision Near Mikese Claims 14 Lives
A devastating accident late on December 17, 2014, has left the nation in mourning. Fourteen lives were tragically lost, and eight others sustained injuries in a collision along the busy Morogoro-Dar es Salaam highway near Mikese. The accident involved a cargo truck
Cyclone Chido Devastates Mozambique and Mayotte
Cyclone Chido, a storm of unprecedented strength, has left a trail of destruction across Mozambique and the Indian Ocean island of Mayotte. The cyclone, which struck Mozambique on Sunday, brought fierce winds reaching up to 260 kilometers per hour and heavy rains,