Chande Urges TAFORI Board to Tackle Forest, Beekeeping Challenges
Deputy Minister for Natural Resources and Tourism Hamad Hassan Chande has called on the 13th Board of Directors of the Tanzania Forestry Research Institute
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Tanzania Marks World Maritime Day 2026 in Tanga
Tanzania has officially joined the global community in marking World Maritime Day 2026, with celebrations taking place in Tanga from September 21 to 24
Aweso Gives Korogwe Water Contractor Nine-Day Deadline
Water Minister Jumaa Aweso has given the contractor implementing the 28 Towns Water Supply Project in Korogwe, Tanga Region, nine days to begin testing
TANESCO Urges Research, Planning and Investment Unit To Embrace Innovation
The Tanzania Electric Supply Company (TANESCO) has urged its Research, Planning and Investment (PRI) Department to accelerate the implementation of strategic plans and projects,
Tanzania Introduces Mandatory Travel Insurance For Foreign Visitors
Tanzania has introduced mandatory travel insurance for foreign visitors entering Mainland Tanzania through land borders, seaports and airports, under new regulations gazetted by the
Tanzania Announces Public Acquisition of 118.7 Acres for EACOP Project
The Tanzanian government has announced its intention to acquire approximately 118.7 acres of land for public purposes to facilitate the implementation of the East
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Rubio Signals Possible Iran Ceasefire Deal
United States Secretary of State Marco Rubio has indicated that diplomatic efforts to secure a ceasefire agreement with Iran remain active, stating that there is still a realistic possibility of reaching a breakthrough as early as Monday. His remarks come at a
Iran Rejects Nuclear Weapons Amid Rising Tensions
Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has declared that Iran does not seek nuclear weapons, insisting Tehran is prepared to reassure the international community over its intentions even as regional tensions continue to escalate across the Middle East. Speaking during a period of fragile
Iran Signals Hormuz Control as Nuclear Tensions Rise
A senior Iranian military adviser has warned that Tehran could take stronger control over the strategically vital Strait of Hormuz and even reconsider its participation in international nuclear agreements if external threats against the country continue to escalate, remarks likely to intensify
Trump Says Iran Deal Talks Near Completion
Donald Trump has said negotiations over a potential agreement with Iran are “largely negotiated,” signalling what he described as significant progress toward a deal that could include the reopening and protection of the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world’s most important
Dar es Salaam Port Expansion Announced
The Government of Tanzania has unveiled an ambitious plan to construct 12 new berths at the Port of Dar es Salaam in a major infrastructure push aimed at easing mounting congestion as cargo volumes and vessel traffic continue to rise sharply. Through
Tanzania Youth Turn to Viagra Amid Pressure
A growing number of young men in Tanzania are reportedly turning to erectile dysfunction drugs such as Viagra and unregulated products like Vega 100 in secrecy, driven by social pressure, relationship stress, and a desire to prove masculinity. The trend, increasingly observed
Body Piercing Trend Raises Health Concerns in Tanzania
A growing beauty trend involving body piercing on areas such as the navel and tongue is gaining popularity among young people in Tanzania, even as medical experts warn of potential health risks, including infections, complications, and long-term oral damage. The practice, increasingly
Ebola Death Toll Sparks Regional Alarm
A rapidly escalating Ebola virus disease outbreak in the Democratic Republic of the Congo has triggered growing regional fears after authorities reported around 200 deaths and more than 850 suspected and confirmed cases linked to the deadly virus. The worsening outbreak is
Chadema Appoints Lema to Revive Stronghold
Tanzania’s main opposition party Chama cha Demokrasia na Maendeleo has appointed veteran politician Godbless Lema to lead its Central Zone in a strategic move aimed at rebuilding the party’s political influence in one of the country’s most important regions. The announcement was