Court Appeal Throws Tundu Lissu Trial Into Limbo
The treason trial facing opposition leader Tundu Lissu has been put on hold indefinitely, introducing fresh uncertainty into a case that has drawn nationwide
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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
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
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ICC To Investigate Chief Prosecutor’s Alleged Sexual Misconduct
The International Criminal Court (ICC) has announced that it will conduct an external investigation into serious allegations of sexual misconduct against its chief prosecutor, Karim Khan. Khan has stated that he intends to fully engage with the investigation while continuing to fulfill
Indian Rupee Hits Record Low at 84.28 Following Trump’s Win
The Indian rupee has hit an all-time low, closing at 84.28 against the U.S. dollar, in response to the U.S. presidential election result favoring Republican candidate Donald Trump. This marked the rupee’s sharpest single-day decline in four months as financial markets reacted
Tanzania’s Road Agency Prioritizes Streetlight, Road Maintenance
Tanzania’s Rural and Urban Roads Agency Chief Executive, Engineer Victor Seff, directed regional managers nationwide to allocate funds specifically for the maintenance of streetlights. Seff issued this directive during a working session with the agency’s staff in the Mtwara Region, emphasizing the
Justice Under Fire: ICC Prosecutor Faces Sexual Misconduct Allegations
In a troubling turn of events, Karim Khan, the Prosecutor of the International Criminal Court (ICC), finds himself at the center of serious allegations of sexual misconduct. Reports indicate that multiple complaints have been lodged against Khan, detailing instances of sexual misconduct
Tanzania’s President Appoints New Leaders in Strategic Roles
President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan has named Engineer Peter Rudolf Ulanga as the new Chief Executive Officer of Tanzania’s national airline. Ulanga steps into the role previously held by Engineer Ladislaus Matindi, who recently retired, leaving a legacy of dedication in the
SLavrov Declares Africa A Key Hub In Multipolar World
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov declared on Sunday that Africa is set to become a central pillar in the emerging multipolar world order, driven by the significant global transformations currently underway. “Besides the joint statement, we engaged in profound discussions on these
South Africa Closes Border Amid Mozambique Election Unrest
South Africa briefly reopened its border with Mozambique on Thursday, only to close it again as post-election violence intensified in Mozambique, sparking clashes between demonstrators and police forces. South African authorities also urged citizens to delay any non-essential travel to the neighboring
Tanzania Proposes ‘Diaspora Tanzanite Card’ for Foreign Citizens
The government has proposed amendments to its laws so as to introduce a ‘special status’ to citizens of other countries with Tanzanian roots. Tabled in Parliament on Friday, November 8, 2024, the Written Laws (Miscellaneous Amendments) (No 4) Bill, 2024, amends the
Rusumo Hydropower Project Strengthens Grids for Three Nations
It has been stated that the Rusumo hydropower project has started generating 80 megawatts of electricity, which is evenly divided as 26.6 megawatts for Tanzania, Rwanda, and Burundi, thereby further strengthening the national electricity grids. The Vice Chairman of the Parliamentary Standing