Chinese Factory Owner Found Dead in Dar es Salaam Plant
A Chinese factory owner has been found dead inside the premises of his industrial facility in Mabibo Sokoni, Ubungo District, Dar es Salaam, in
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Tanzania Begins Pension Payments for Kagera War Veterans
Tanzania has announced the completion of a long-awaited process to begin pension payments for veterans who fought in the historic Kagera War but were
Tanzania Targets Eight Million Jobs in Five Years
Tanzania has unveiled an ambitious plan to create eight million jobs within the next five years, with the government increasingly looking beyond its borders
Tanzania Moves to End ‘Lumbesa’ Crop Trade System
Prime Minister Mwigulu Nchemba has announced a sweeping push to modernize Tanzania’s agricultural trading system, declaring an end to the long-criticized “lumbesa” practice that
Tanzanian Seafarer’s Body Returns After Attack
The body of Tanzanian seafarer Mchama Mongu, who died while on duty in the United Arab Emirates (UAE), has arrived in the country through
Tanzania Opens Major Probe Into Election Violence
President Samia Suluhu Hassan has ordered a sweeping criminal investigation into violence linked to Tanzania’s disputed 2025 election period, signaling a potentially historic attempt
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Tanzania to Host Africa Energy Summit, Electrifies All Villages
Tanzania has been selected to host the Africa Energy Leaders Summit, known as Mission 300, due to its economic diplomacy under the leadership of President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan. This announcement was made on January 10, 2025, by Deputy Prime Minister and
Eyakuze Recalls Passport Ordeal, Court Victory, Gratitude
From 2018 to 2020, Mr Eyakuze faced difficulties after the Immigration Department confiscated his passport on allegations that he is not a Tanzanian citizen. This happened shortly after releasing research findings that included a decline in the popularity of the late President
Freeman Mbowe Will Accept Defeat in Chairmanship Bid
CHADEMA Chairman Freeman Mbowe has stated that he will accept defeat in the party’s chairmanship race if voters decide he is not suitable for the position. He added that, in such a case, he will return to his business ventures. Mbowe made
Parliamentary Committee Directs Guidelines for Katavi School Completion
The Parliamentary Standing Committee on Local Government Administration (TAMISEMI), led by its chairperson Hon. Justin Lazaro Nyamoga, has directed the Katavi regional leadership to prepare a comprehensive guide for the completion of the new Katavi Boys’ Secondary School in Mpanda district, incorporating
UNA-Tanzania Urges Improved Kiswahili Version of Vision 2050
The Program Manager of the United Nations Association (UNA-Tanzania), Lucas Kifyasi, has called on the government to improve the Kiswahili translation of the National Vision 2050. UNA-Tanzania is one of the oldest organizations in the country dedicated to promoting public awareness of
REA Campaign Educates Villages on Electricity Benefits
The Rural Energy Agency (REA) has intensified its door-to-door campaign aimed at educating rural residents on the benefits and uses of electricity while encouraging them to connect to the power grid. Speaking during the campaign in Tabora Region, REA Community Development Officer
Government Set to Overhaul TAZARA Railway
Deputy Minister of Transport, David Kihenzile, has announced plans to revamp the Tanzania-Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA) line. This follows his visit to TAZARA headquarters, an assignment from Minister of Transport, Makame Mbarawa, to assess the railway’s efficiency and identify challenges for prompt
Leguruki Village Dispensary to Be Upgraded to Health Center
The dispensary in Leguruki Village, located in King’ori Ward within the Meru District Council, is set to be upgraded to a health center by the 2025/26 fiscal year. This initiative aims to serve over 20,000 residents who currently travel more than 44
Dr. Slaa Arrested by Police in Midnight Operation, Muliro Confirms
Dr. Wilbroad Slaa, a prominent Tanzanian political figure, was arrested in the early hours of January 10, 2024, by the Dar es Salaam Special Zone Police Force. The arrest has been confirmed by SACP Muliro Jumanne, the Regional Police Commander for Dar