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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Muhimbili Hospital Launches Water Birth Service For Pregnant Women
The Muhimbili National Hospital (MNH) has begun offering water birth services, allowing mothers to give birth in a special birthing jacuzzi. This method helps reduce pain for the mother before and during delivery and lowers the risk of vaginal tearing. This announcement
Activists Crowdsource $2,500 to Free Boy Jailed for Burning President’s Photo
Activist Godlisten Malisa announced on his Instagram page that they have successfully raised 5.6 million Tanzanian shillings to secure the release of a young man sentenced to two years in prison for burning a picture of the President of Tanzania. “DONE! We
South Africa’s rand extended its gains against a weaker dollar
The South African rand extended its gains against the US dollar this Friday, bolstered by expectations that the Federal Reserve might cut interest rates later this year. By midday, the rand traded at 18.1975 against the dollar, reflecting a 0.4% increase from
Mama Samia Legal Aid Campaign benefits 490,000
The ambitious national legal aid campaign has benefited over 490,000 people since it was first launched by the government in Dar es Salaam last year. The campaign which spread from the port city to Dodoma has now reached seven regions, Acting Director
President Samia Urges Citizens To Preserve National Peace
President Samia Suluhu Hassan stressed the critical role of peace in fostering national progress during her keynote address at the Islamic Women’s Congress in Zanzibar today. She emphasized that without peace, achieving development goals becomes impossible, pointing to neighboring countries currently grappling
Sudan Faces Catastrophic Famine Amid Ongoing Conflict
Sudan is teetering on the edge of a catastrophic famine, with the United Nations and various humanitarian organizations sounding alarms about the dire situation. As the conflict between the Sudanese military and the paramilitary Rapid Support Forces (RSF) rages on, the humanitarian
Tanzania Pioneers African-Korean Film Collaboration
South Korea has chosen Tanzania as its inaugural partner in Africa for a collaborative movie venture. The announcement came from South Korean Film President YANG Jongkon during his meeting with prominent Tanzanian actors in Busan, the global hub of filmmaking. President YANG
Lake Victoria Windy Conditions Spike Fish Prices
Strong winds and large waves on Lake Victoria are causing significant disruptions to fishing activities, driving up the retail prices of fish in surrounding areas. This adverse weather has led to a notable reduction in fish catches, creating challenges for fishermen and
Jacob and Malisa’s Court Case Adjourned Again
Former Mayor of Ubungo, Boniface Jacob, and activist Godlisten Malisa, have once again raised concerns about the prosecution’s repeated failure to read preliminary statements in their ongoing case at the Kisutu Resident Magistrate’s Court. The pair are facing charges of spreading false