Court Weighs New Evidence In Lissu Treason Case
The High Court in Dar es Salaam is expected to rule on whether prosecutors can introduce additional evidence in the treason case facing Tundu
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Dar Fibre Boom Sparks Regulation, Urban Planning Concerns
The fast-growing spread of fibre-optic cables across Dar es Salaam is transforming how residents connect to the internet, but it is also raising new
Tanzania Extends Election Violence Inquiry Amid Rising Questions
The government of Tanzania has granted a 42-day extension to a national commission investigating violent unrest linked to the October 2025 general election, in
Slaa Warns Justice Must Precede National Reconciliation
Veteran Tanzanian politician Wilbrod Slaa has urged the country to confront the painful human reality behind last year’s election violence, saying genuine reconciliation cannot
President Samia Sends Condolences Cardinal Pengo Death
The President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Samia Suluhu Hassan, has extended heartfelt condolences following the passing of Polycarp Pengo, the retired Archbishop
Prime Minister Orders Urgent Lake Chala Water Project
Prime Minister Mwigulu Nchemba has given the Ministry of Water a strict two-week deadline to complete the process of securing a contractor for the
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Mobile money fraud slowing emerging biggest challenge in Tanzania
Despite various efforts taken both by the Tanzania Communications Authority (TCRA) and Mobile Network Operators (MNOs), mobile fraud is still a major challenge facing thousands of citizens. According to the TCRA quarterly report for the three months to December 2023, a total
Burkina Faso, Mali,Niger, redraw from regional bloc ECOWAS
The military regimes in Burkina Faso, Mali and Niger announced Sunday their immediate withdrawal from the West African bloc Ecowas. The leaders of the three Sahel nations issued a statement saying it was a “sovereign decision” to leave the Economic Community of
Govt set to revolutionise creative industry
Nearly 800 stakeholders within the culture and arts sectors are expected to meet next month to discuss issues affecting their industry and discuss ways to resolve them. The meeting will also discuss on funds initiatives offered by the government to boost creativity.
Govt, NMB sign deal to promote digital economy
Minister for Information, Communication and Information Technology Nape Nnauye has called on the corporate sector to join forces with the government in advancing the steadily growing digital economy in the country. Speaking in Dar es Salaam during the signing of the partnership
Massive benefits beckon new direct shipping route between Tanzania, China
Through Korea Marine Transport Company Limited (KMTC), Tanzania is set to benefit significantly from the launch of a new direct shipping route between China and the Dar es Salaam Port. This new service is expected to drastically reduce the time it takes
Kenya’s head of public debt management office to leave
The head of Kenya’s public debt management office at the finance ministry plans to leave his post in the next two months, the Business Daily newspaper reported. Haron Sirima has been in charge since 2018 and the office is critical in the
Kenyan cult leader and 94 others charged with manslaughter
Self-styled Kenyan pastor Paul Mackenzie, his wife, and 93 other accomplices were charged with manslaughter at the Mombasa law court. All pleaded not guilty to the 238 counts of manslaughter allegedly committed between January 2021 and February 2023. A total of 429
Africa holds key to economic boom – Akufo-Addo
President Nana Akufo-Addo has stated that Africa sits on a treasure trove of natural resources, but the key to unlocking its true economic potential is adding value and maximizing the African Continental Free Trade Agreement. Speaking at the launch of the 2024
ZAECA vows to intensify fight against sextortion
ZANZIBAR Anti-corruption and Economic Crime Authority (ZAECA) has vowed to intensify the fight against corruption. According to ZAECA, the anti-graft campaign will target all entities including authorities that abuse their powers to obtain sexual favour. This was said by ZAECA officials during