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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Kariakoo Building Collapse Death Toll Hits 29
The death toll from the tragic collapse of a four-story building in Kariakoo, Dar es Salaam, has risen to 29, according to an official update from Thobias Makoba, Tanzania’s Government Spokesperson. The incident, which occurred early Saturday morning, has sparked extensive rescue
BRICS: The Emerging Powerhouse of Economic Stability
In today’s shifting geopolitical landscape, BRICS is becoming a key element of Russia’s foreign policy. After severing ties with the West, Moscow is now focusing on forging political and economic partnerships with countries in the Global South. Expanding BRICS and establishing it
Tanzania Gears Up For Commercial Macadamia Farming
Tanzania’s horticultural industry is making impressive strides with the commercial cultivation of macadamia nuts, a crop that promises to offer farmers a profitable alternative while boosting the country’s agricultural exports. Dr. Jacqueline Mkindi, CEO of the Tanzania Horticultural Association (TAHA), revealed that
Serengeti Balloon Safaris Wins Global Award
Serengeti Balloon Safaris, a leading provider of hot air balloon adventures in Tanzania, has been named the World’s Best Balloon Ride Operator at the World Travel Awards 2024. This prestigious recognition highlights the exceptional quality and service that the company offers, further
Tour Boat Capsizes, Sixteen Still Missing
A luxury yacht capsized and sank off the Red Sea coast on Monday, leaving 16 individuals unaccounted for while 28 others were rescued. The tragic incident occurred during a five-day diving expedition amidst challenging sea conditions. The ill-fated yacht, Sea Story, issued
Kilimanjaro Politician Arrested Over Election-Related Incitement
The Kilimanjaro Regional Police have detained Gervas Eliewaha Mgonja, Chairperson of the opposition Chadema party for the Kilimanjaro region, over allegations of incitement tied to local government elections scheduled for November 27, 2024. Kilimanjaro Regional Police Commander Simon Maigwa stated that Mgonja,
Massive Drug Seizure Nets Seven Suspects in Tanzania
The Drug Control and Enforcement Authority (DCEA), in collaboration with local law enforcement, has seized an unprecedented 2,207 kilograms of narcotics and controlled substances during a series of operations in the Tanga and Dar es Salaam regions. The operations led to the
Ukrainian Military Training in Africa Raises Concern
Recent discussions among social media users in Chad and the Central African Republic (CAR) have highlighted the arrival of ten Ukrainian military officers in Chad. These instructors are reportedly there to train members of the Central African armed group Coalition of Patriots
Growing Support for Regional Integration in the Global South
In recent periods, regional opinion polls across the different parts of the Global South suggest that there appears to be growing support for regional economic cooperation and regional integration. A look at the opinion polls conducted in all of the main parts