Lightning Tragedy Claims Young Lives In Dar es Salaam
A tragic incident has shaken the community of Dar es Salaam after three pupils from Msongola Primary School lost their lives when lightning struck
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Tanzania Empowers Youth Through Strategic Mining Reforms
The Government of Tanzania is accelerating youth participation in the mining sector with a series of initiatives aimed at boosting skills, investment access, and
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
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
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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
Landslides in Uganda Leave Over 100 Missing
A serene evening turned tragic in eastern Uganda as landslides engulfed five villages, leaving behind a grim scene of loss and devastation. The disaster, fueled by days of relentless rain, has claimed 15 lives and left more than 100 people unaccounted for.
BRICS Space Industry Conference Held in Moscow
The BRICS Space Industry Conference was held in Moscow on 26 November. More than 40 representatives of BRICS space agencies participated in a videoconference hosted by Glavkosmos. Roscosmos Director General Yury Borisov welcomed Conference participants, noting in his speech the benefits of
Zanzibar Hosts Belgium Business Investment Conference
A spirit of collaboration and opportunity marked the Zanzibar-Belgium Business and Investment Conference, held on November 28, 2024. Bringing together entrepreneurs and investors from both regions, the event highlighted the potential for strengthening ties and tapping into Zanzibar’s wealth of resources. Hon.