UDOM Lecturer Faces Terrorism Charge
A legal case involving a University of Dodoma lecturer has entered a new and more serious phase after prosecutors formally charged Melkisedek Kaijage with
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Nchimbi Calls for Unity Beyond Political Divides
Tanzania’s Deputy President, Dr. Emmanuel Nchimbi, has called on citizens, social media activists and civil society groups to strengthen national unity and protect the
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
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,
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Workers Strike at GGML Over Education Support Issues
Workers at Geita Gold Mining Limited (GGML) have recently gone on strike, voicing their demands for the payment of education costs for their children, as outlined in their employment contracts. This strike has impacted operations at the mining site and stems from
Monkeys in Rombo: A Growing Threat to Community Safety
women from villages such as Samanga, Kirongo Juu, and Sangasa are facing mounting challenges due to an increasing monkey population. These creatures, which travel in large groups during the early mornings and evenings, have become a source of fear and distress, especially
Russia’s Lavrov Warns Against NATO’s Actions
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov has issued a stern warning to NATO and the United States, underscoring that Moscow will take all necessary measures to prevent what the West describes as a “strategic defeat” of Russia. Speaking amid heightened tensions over the
EAC Legislators Injured in Dodoma Bus Accident
Several Members of Parliament traveling to the East African Community (EAC) Inter-Parliamentary Games were injured in a road accident in Kongwa District, Dodoma Region. The collision occurred early Friday morning, December 6, 2024, when their bus collided with a cargo truck near
NHIF Simplifies Student Health Insurance Access
The National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) has introduced a more user-friendly process for its children’s health insurance program, Toto Afya, aimed at addressing longstanding challenges and improving healthcare access for students. The announcement came during a recent briefing led by NHIF Director
Prime Minister Urges Action on Market Fire Prevention
Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa has called for urgent measures to tackle recurring fire disasters in public markets, emphasizing the need to act on recommendations from a groundbreaking doctoral study by the late Dr. Billy Mwakatage. Speaking at an event where Dr. Mwakatage’s
Son Arrested for Allegedly Killing Father Over Dispute
Police have arrested Gesoreka Mabula Sona, 30, on suspicion of murdering his father, Mabula Mwita Sona, 61, after a heated argument allegedly turned fatal. Mara Regional Police Commander, Senior Assistant Commissioner of Police (SACP) Pius Lutumo, confirmed the arrest. According to reports,
Iringa Woman Found Living with Pastor’s Body for Two Months
A chilling discovery in Iringa, Tanzania, has left residents in shock after a woman was found living with the decomposing body of her pastor for two months, believing he would resurrect. Agnes Mwakijale, a devoted member of the El-Huruma Church (EHC), is
Rising Prices Cause Concern Ahead of Holidays
The holiday season approaches, many consumers are facing higher prices for essential goods due to increased demand. Items such as meat and rice have seen notable price hikes. The cost of meat, for instance, has surged from 10,000 Tanzanian shillings to 12,000