“President Samia Sends Eid Message Promoting Unity”
Tanzania’s President, Samia Suluhu Hassan, has extended warm greetings to Muslims and citizens across the country in celebration of Eid al-Fitr, calling for unity,
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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
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
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Global Call for Independent Probe into Tanzanian Political Killings
Tanzania is currently facing mounting pressure from both local and international actors to launch an independent investigation into a spate of abductions and political killings. Leading the calls is Tundu Lissu, Vice Chairman of the Democratic Change Party, who strongly advocates for
Technical Glitch Delays Dodoma-Bound Train Service
The Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) train traveling between Dar es Salaam and Dodoma faced a technical delay on September 10, 2024, marking the second incident since the service’s launch in July. According to a statement by the Tanzania Railways Corporation (TRC), the
Minister Demands Simplified Water Service System
Minister for Water, Jumaa Awesso, has directed the Rural Water and Sanitation Agency (RUWASA) to ensure that the Government Electronic Payment Gateway (GePG) does not impede water service delivery across the country. The minister stressed that while the system was implemented to
Major Clean Energy Conference Announced
Mwananchi Communications Limited (MCL), the Association of Tanzania Oil and Gas Service Providers (ATOGS), and the Tanzania Liquefied Petroleum Gas Association (TZLPGA) have announced their collaboration to host the ‘Energy Connect 2024’ Clean Energy Conference. This landmark event, which signifies a major
Tanzania’s PSLE Sets Record with 1.23 Million Candidates.
The National Examination Council of Tanzania (NECTA) has announced that a record-breaking 1,230,780 candidates are set to sit for the Primary School Leaving Examination (PSLE) on September 11-12, 2024. This announcement was made by NECTA’s Executive Secretary, Said Mohamed, during a press
American Actor James Earl Jones Dies
James Earl Jones, the renowned American actor best known for his iconic roles as King Jaffe Joffer in Coming to America and the voice of Mufasa in The Lion King, has passed away at the age of 93. His death marks the
Mzee Butiku Urges Action on Criminals in Tanzania
Chairman of the Board of the Mwalimu Nyerere Foundation, Mzee Joseph Butiku, made these remarks in front of the press today, Tuesday, September 10, 2024, in Dar es Salaam. “We Tanzanians are civilized; let us not say we do not know these
EU Demands Action on Tanzania’s Violations
The European Union, in collaboration with the ambassadors from member countries including Canada, Norway, Switzerland, and the United Kingdom, has expressed deep concern over recent reports of violence, disappearances, and the deaths of political and human rights activists in Tanzania. In a
Tanzania Teachers Face Rising Misconduct Issues
The teaching profession in Tanzania, integral to child development, is facing mounting concerns over ethical breaches. Recent data from the Teachers Service Commission (TSC) reveals troubling trends in teacher misconduct, including inappropriate relationships with students, alcohol abuse, and extreme anger towards pupils.