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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Uganda court charges 36 opposition supporters with terrorism-related offences
A Ugandan court charged 36 opposition supporters on Monday with terrorism-related offences after they were deported from neighbouring Kenya where they had travelled to attend a training course, court papers seen by Reuters showed. The 36 people, who are members of the
School Encourages Science for Independent Society Building
Baobab Secondary School located in Bagamoyo district in the Coastal Region, has declared its intention to encourage a higher number of students to enroll in science classes with the aim of fostering a more self-reliant society. The headmaster of the school, Mr.
Yanga to Face Red Arrows at Mwananchi Day Celebration
Young Africans (Yanga) Football Club, through its spokesperson Haji Manara, has confirmed a match against the SECAFA Kagame Cup champions Red Arrows from Zambia. The match is set to take place on August 4, 2024, at the Benjamin Mkapa Stadium. Speaking to
Railway Reforms Open Opportunities Globally
President Samia Suluhu Hassan has announced sweeping reforms in Tanzania’s railway sector aimed at dismantling monopolistic practices and providing greater opportunities for private operators. Speaking at the ongoing National Business Council (TNBC) meeting at the State House in Dar es Salaam, President
Putin Congratulates Maduro on Recent Re-Election
President Nicolas Maduro of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela recently received a warm congratulatory message from Vladimir Putin, President of the Russian Federation, following his re-election. This gesture highlights the enduring and strategic partnership between Russia and Venezuela, emphasizing their mutual commitment
Russia Champions Regional Security at Asia-Pacific Meetings
Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov attended the 14th Ministerial Meeting of the East Asia Summit (EAS) and the 31st session of the ASEAN Regional Forum (ARF) in Vientiane, where he underscored Russia’s strategic vision for Eurasian security. The meetings, held on July
Tanzania’s Andrew Mlugu Shines in Paris 2024 Judo Debut
On Monday, July 29, 2024, Tanzania commenced its campaign in the 33rd Summer Olympics in Paris on a high note, with judoka Andrew Thomas Mlugu (-73kg) securing a victory by Ippon (Judo KO) against his opponent William Tai Tin from Samoa. Mlugu
Members and 58 WTO Nations Back Okonjo-Iweala
The esteemed Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, is garnering significant backing for a potential second term, with 58 out of 164 WTO member nations expressing their support. Since her historic appointment in March 2021, Okonjo-Iweala has made history
TLS Candidate Muga Rejects Claims of Election Bias
A presidential candidate for the Tanganyika Law Society (TLS) Emmanuel Muga,has refuted claims of bias in the society’s presidential election, as alleged by some individuals. Muga made this statement during a candidates’ debate for the presidential race, which was conducted by Star