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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Prime Minister Prioritises Local Employment Over Foreign Labour
Tanzania’s Prime Minister, Dr. Mwigulu Nchemba, has reiterated the government’s firm position that jobs which can be performed by Tanzanians should not be assigned to foreign workers, stressing that all non-citizens seeking employment in the country must strictly comply with national laws,
Prime Minister Warns Officials Against Citizen Oppression
Tanzania’s Prime Minister, Dr. Mwigulu Nchemba, has delivered a firm and emotional message to government officials, warning that leaders who ignore citizens’ problems or allow injustice to persist have no place in public office. Speaking on January 8, 2026, at the Annual
United States Moves To Control Venezuela Oil Revenues
The United States has announced a far-reaching decision to take control of the sale of Venezuelan oil and to oversee how the money earned from those exports will be used, a move that signals a major escalation in its long-running standoff with
Kigali Refugees Call for Action on Hate Speech
Congolese refugees living in Rwanda have renewed their appeal to the international community, calling for firm action against what they describe as persistent hate speech targeting Tutsi communities and the Banyamulenge in the Democratic Republic of the Congo. The appeal was made
Maasai Communities Turn to Fish Farming
For decades, the Maasai community has depended almost entirely on livestock keeping as the foundation of its economy, diet, and cultural identity. Cattle, goats, and sheep have traditionally been more than just animals; they represent wealth, pride, and survival. Today, however, the
Anti-Graft Agency Clarifies Cash Seizure Amount
Tanzania’s anti-corruption authority has moved to clear the air after conflicting reports emerged over a high-profile cash seizure linked to the arrest of two foreign nationals in Dar es Salaam, saying the amount recovered was significantly lower than initially claimed. The Prevention
U.S. Seizes Sanctioned Tanker Amid Rising Atlantic Tensions
U.S. forces have seized a Russian-flagged oil tanker in the Atlantic Ocean, stepping up enforcement of sanctions linked to Venezuela and adding a new layer of tension to an already complex geopolitical standoff. The vessel, identified as the Marinera and previously known
Maria Nyerere Calls for Unity Through Dialogue
Maria Nyerere, the widow of Tanzania’s founding leader Julius Nyerere, has appealed to Tanzanians to hold firmly onto unity and to use dialogue as the main tool for addressing the challenges currently facing the nation. Speaking at her home in Msasani, Dar
Tanzania Tightens Grip on Unaccredited Journalism Practices
Tanzania’s media regulator has raised fresh concern over the re-emergence of individuals carrying out journalistic duties without proper authorization, warning that the practice undermines professionalism and public trust in the media. In a statement issued on January 7, 2026, the Journalists Accreditation