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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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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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The International Monetary Fund said it was “optimistic” that Ghana and its official bilateral creditors would reach a debt restructuring deal soon, paving the way for another $600 million IMF loan payment to the country. Discussions between Ghanaian authorities and the Official
Uganda to destroy expired Covid vaccines worth $7m
More than 5.6 million doses of Covid-19 vaccines bought on loan by the Ugandan government have expired, an audit report has said. The vaccines are valued at 28.1bn Ugandan shillings ($7.3m) and were purchased using a World Bank loan. Authorities say the
I’m determined to achieve a progressive, prosperous Ghana – Akufo-Addo
President Akufo-Addo has reaffirmed his commitment to ensuring a more prosperous Ghana before concluding his term. He expressed his determination to enhance the country’s living conditions and foster overall development. Addressing attendees at the annual Jubilee House Thanksgiving service in Accra on
South African steel industry evaporates as Arcelor-Mittal closes shop
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Adan Canto: X-Men and Designated Survivor star dies of cancer at 42
Adan Canto, the Mexican-American actor who parlayed his music career in Mexico into becoming a Hollywood leading man, died Jan. 8 after a private battle with appendiceal cancer. He was 42. Canto most recently starred in Fox’s drama series The Cleaning
Ghana ended 2023 with highest average inflation rate in 2 decades
The latest data released by the Ghana Statistical Service indicates that the inflation rate for December 2023 stood at 23.2%. This figure reveals a decrease from November 2023’s rate of 26.4%. However, a more detailed analysis shows a nuanced situation: certain items,
DR Congo court confirms President Tshisekedi’s re-election
DR Congo’s Constitutional Court on Tuesday rejected two legal challenges to the provisional results of a contested presidential election last month and declared President Felix Tshisekedi the final winner. The verdict paves the way for Tshisekedi to serve another five years as
Liberia’s Ex-Chief Justice sentenced to Life for Murder
Liberia’s former chief justice and justice minister Gloria Maya Musu-Scott has been sentenced to life in prison for the brutal murder of her niece. It marks the fall from grace of one of Liberia’s most famous judges and politicians, who prided herself
Ghanaian Chef Failatu breaks World Cooking Record with 227 hours
Ghanaian chef Failatu Abdul-Razak appears to have broken the world record after cooking non-stop for more than 227 hours. Wrapped in her country’s flag, Ms Abdul-Razak brought the cook-a-thon to an emotional end with a salute to the crowd on Wednesday. Prior