Tanzania Reflects on Mkapa’s Enduring Legacy Six Years Later
Six years after the death of former President Benjamin William Mkapa, Tanzanians are today reflecting on the legacy of a leader whose decade in
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Lissu Case Sparks Constitutional Rights Battle
A constitutional petition involving opposition figure and Chadema National Chairman Tundu Lissu has placed renewed focus on the rights of detainees, legal representation and
The Geopolitics Behind Tanzania’s US Health Deal
Tanzania’s decision to enter a five-year health partnership with the United States is rapidly becoming more than a bilateral agreement. Across diplomatic and public
Diamond, Zuchu Divorce Rocks East African Entertainment
The highly publicised separation between Tanzanian music power couple Diamond Platnumz and Zuchu has evolved beyond celebrity news, igniting widespread debate over wealth management,
Algeria’s Zanzibar Donation Revives Six Decades of African Solidarity
When an Algerian military aircraft touched down at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport carrying more than nine tonnes of educational equipment, it delivered far
Algeria Boosts Zanzibar Education With Over USD 600,000 In Educational Equipment
The People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria has donated nine tonnes of educational equipment valued at more than USD 600,000 to Ahmed Ben Bella Secondary
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President Samia Calls for Urgent Action on DRC
President Samia Suluhu Hassan of Tanzania At the EAC and SADC Joint Summit in Dar Es Salaam, called on her fellow leaders to take immediate action as the situation in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) continues to deteriorate. Speaking as Chairperson
Students Develop Digital Voting System for Elections
Two Form Six students at Mzumbe Secondary School, Christopher Honeywick and David Mwijage, have created a digital voting system designed to speed up election result announcements and eliminate the common delays in student government elections. The new system allows for live vote
Tshisekedi Attends Online Meeting on DRC Peace Efforts
President Félix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) took part in an online summit focused on peace efforts for his country, which is currently being held in Dar es Salaam. The president’s representative at the in-person meeting was Prime Minister
Mtwara Governor Calls for Patience Amid Flood Damage
The Governor of Mtwara, Colonel Patrick Sawala, has appealed to residents of Mtwara Mikindani Municipality, who are grappling with the aftermath of recent floods, to stay patient as the government works on providing support. Sawala visited the flood-affected areas to offer his
Tshisekedi Misses Critical Summit on DRC Crisis
President Félix Tshisekedi of the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) did not attend today’s important summit between the Southern African Development Community (SADC) and the East African Community (EAC), aimed at discussing the ongoing crisis in eastern DRC. Instead, Prime Minister Judith
Ministry Assures Public, ARV Drug Supplies Remain Steady
The Tanzanian Ministry of Health has reassured the public that there are no shortages of antiretroviral (ARV) drugs used in the treatment of HIV/AIDS, dismissing recent rumors circulating on social media. In a statement issued on February 8, 2025, the ministry clarified
Grieving Family in Shock as Infant’s Body Disappears
A family in Nakuru is reeling from shock and devastation after the body of their seven-month-old baby vanished from the mortuary, turning their moment of mourning into an unimaginable nightmare. The family, from Menengai East, had gone to Nakuru Level Five Hospital
Dar Es Salaam Residents to Get Reliable Water Supply
After years of struggling with water shortages, residents in Kinyerezi, Tabata, Bonyokwa, and Ubungo can finally look forward to a steady and reliable supply as authorities near completion of a major water distribution project. Speaking to journalists, Acting Chief Executive Officer of
Government Moves to Strengthen Environmental Protection Laws
The Tanzanian government is pushing forward with key amendments to the Environmental Management Act, aiming to grant the National Environment Management Council (NEMC) full regulatory authority. The move is part of a broader effort to enhance environmental governance and ensure stronger oversight