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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Tanzania Urged to Safeguard Unity Amid Religious Tensions
Prime Minister Dr Mwigulu Nchemba has cautioned Tanzanians against being drawn into religious disputes, warning that conflicts rooted in faith are dangerous, deeply divisive, and capable of destabilising the entire nation if not avoided at an early stage. Speaking to residents of
Prime Minister Links Water Shortages to Climate Change
The Prime Minister of Tanzania, Dr Mwigulu Nchemba, has attributed the recent water shortages reported in several parts of the country to the growing impact of climate change, saying the situation should not be viewed as a failure of government responsibility but
Election Body Confirms Full Readiness Ahead By-Elections
The National Independent Electoral Commission has assured voters and political stakeholders that everything is in place for the parliamentary and council by-elections scheduled for December 30, 2025, in selected areas of the Mainland and Zanzibar. Speaking in Dar es Salaam on Monday,
Government Moves to Protect Small-Scale Fishermen Nationwide
The government has moved to rein in practices that it says have been hurting small-scale fishermen, announcing a firm ban on fish processing factories operating their own boats on lakes or buying fish directly from fishermen while still at sea. The decision,
National ID Authority Launches SMS Tracking Service Nationwide
The national identification authority has introduced a new short message service that allows applicants to retrieve their unique identification numbers and track the status of their national ID applications remotely, a move expected to significantly reduce congestion at service offices and cut
Kiyosaki Warns Dollar Decline Amid BRICS Currency Speculation
Prominent American investor Robert Kiyosaki has once again sounded the alarm about the future of the United States dollar, arguing that it could weaken significantly and urging investors to diversify into physical assets and digital currencies. His remarks have added fuel to
Tanzania Reassures Public Over TAZARA Upgrade Benefits
The Tanzanian government has moved to reassure citizens about the recently signed agreement to revitalise the Tanzania–Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA), stressing that the project is set to bring significant economic and social benefits to the country. Government Chief Secretary and Spokesperson Gerson
Russia Pledges Support Ahead Africa Summit 2026
Russia is intensifying preparations for the upcoming Russia–Africa Summit, scheduled for July 2026 in Saint Petersburg, emphasizing its commitment to defend Africa’s sovereignty and counter what Moscow describes as Western exploitation. Last week, Russian and African foreign ministers convened in Cairo for
Probe Sparks Debate Over Public Healthcare Failures
The government’s decision to order an investigation into service delivery problems at Temeke Regional Referral Hospital has sparked renewed public debate over the condition of Tanzania’s public healthcare system, with many questioning whether the issues exposed are isolated incidents or signs of