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 Moves to Accelerate Local Drug Manufacturing
Tanzania is moving to fast-track the growth of its pharmaceutical manufacturing sector, with the government stressing that local drug production is not just another industrial activity but a strategic investment with far-reaching implications for public health, economic stability and the country’s global
Zanzibar Authorities Seize Massive Expired Meat Stock
The Zanzibar Food and Drugs Agency (ZFDA) has confiscated over 1,232 kilogrammes of expired meat from a storage facility in Fuoni Ijitimai, Mjini Magharibi, following a routine inspection on Monday, December 22, 2025. Officials said the move is part of ongoing efforts
Tanzania Must Reveal Death Toll After Protests
Former Prime Minister and Vice‑President Judge Joseph Warioba has urged Tanzania to publicly disclose how many people died during the unrest that erupted on 29 October 2025, arguing that without an official death toll it is impossible to judge whether the level
Kenya Rescues Citizens Trapped in Myanmar Scam Networks
Kenya has successfully brought home 119 of its citizens who were stranded in Myanmar after being drawn into illegal online operations run by organised criminal groups, in an operation that highlights the growing dangers facing job seekers lured abroad by false promises.
Ethiopia Sets Date For Nationwide Plastic Bag Ban
Ethiopia is preparing to take a major step in environmental protection after authorities confirmed that a nationwide ban on plastic bags will take effect on January 31, 2026, following the approval of supporting legislation by Parliament in July 2025. Environmental regulators say
Government Expands Elderly Care, Tackles Street Children Challenge
The Government has stepped up efforts to protect vulnerable groups by expanding healthcare support for older citizens while urging families and communities to play a more active role in preventing children from ending up on the streets. More than 1.25 million elderly
Catholics Appeal To Vatican Over Kitima Political Concerns
Two Catholic faithful in Tanzania, Stanslaus Nyakunga and Elia Phaustine, have formally submitted a letter to the Apostolic Nuncio to Tanzania, Archbishop Angelo Accattino, calling for a pastoral and administrative review into the conduct of Fr. Dr. Charles Kitima, the Secretary General
Dar Police Intensify Security Ahead Christmas Holidays
The Dar es Salaam Regional Police, under the leadership of Commander Jumanne Murilo, has announced a comprehensive security plan to ensure public safety during the upcoming Christmas and New Year celebrations. With the festive season approaching, authorities are taking proactive steps to
Tanzania, Algeria Deepen Economic and Investment Ties
Tanzania and Algeria have agreed to strengthen cooperation across key economic sectors, including energy, investment, tourism, and air transport, in a bid to deepen trade relations and promote shared prosperity. The agreement was reached following talks between Tanzania’s Minister for Foreign Affairs