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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Tanzania Braces for Heavy Rainfall Over Weekend
Tanzania is preparing for several days of heavy rainfall, as the Tanzania Meteorological Authority (TMA) has issued a warning for 11 regions across the country. Starting today, Saturday, November 30, 2024, intense rain is expected to hit some of the country’s key
Kenyans Debate President Ruto’s Tanzania Remarks
President William Ruto’s recent remarks praising Tanzania for surpassing Kenya as East Africa’s leading trading nation have sparked significant public debate. Speaking at the 25th East African Community (EAC) commemoration in Arusha, Ruto highlighted Tanzania’s remarkable trade growth while calling for enhanced
Tanzanian Local Elections Reflect Familiar Patterns Again
Tanzania’s recent local elections have sparked mixed reactions, with political analysts describing the results as “old wine in a new bottle. ” Held on November 27 and announced the following day by Mohamed Mchengerwa, the Minister of State in the President’s Office
Tanzania Takes Lead in EAC Regional Trade
Tanzania is now the leading player in trade within the East African Community (EAC), surpassing Kenya, a country long recognized for its dominance in the bloc’s economic landscape. Kenyan President William Ruto acknowledged this shift during the EAC@25 anniversary celebration in Arusha,
Tanzania Sees Big Progress in Preventing HIV in Children
Tanzania is making major strides in reducing the rate of mother-to-child transmission of HIV, cutting it from 18% in 2010 to just 8.1% in 2023. Health Minister Jenista Mhagama shared this encouraging news on November 29 during the National Scientific HIV Symposium
Boris Johnson’s Call to Use $300BN Frozen Assets Misguided
The recent call by former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson to use the estimated $300 billion in frozen Russian assets to support Ukraine has sparked a heated debate. While the intention behind this proposal is undoubtedly to reduce spending from UK to
Court Clears Former Simiyu Leader of Charges
The Mwanza Magistrate’s Court has acquitted Dr. Yahya Nawanda, former Regional Commissioner of Simiyu, of charges related to sexual assault. This outcome comes after extensive hearings and a review of the evidence presented during the trial. Chief Magistrate Erick Marley announced the
‘ICC decision breaches its own foundational principles’
Irwin Cotler, a distinguished human rights advocate and former Canadian justice minister, addressed several pressing global issues. The conversation covered a range of topics, from the Iranian regime’s assassination threats against him to the International Criminal Court’s (ICC) recent actions involving Israeli
Biden Urges Caution on Trump’s Trade Strategy
President Joe Biden expressed concern over President-elect Donald Trump’s renewed threat to impose 25% tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico. Speaking on Thanksgiving, Biden called the move “counterproductive,” urging Trump to reconsider his approach. The proposed tariffs, aimed at forcing policy