SADC Praises Tanzania Clean Cooking Energy Strategy
The Southern African regional bloc has commended Tanzania’s approach to expanding access to clean cooking energy, describing it as a practical and results-driven model
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Committee Inspects Progress at Julius Nyerere Dam
A government oversight committee has expressed satisfaction with the progress and performance of the Julius Nyerere Hydropower Project following an official inspection visit conducted
Court Appeal Throws Tundu Lissu Trial Into Limbo
The treason trial facing opposition leader Tundu Lissu has been put on hold indefinitely, introducing fresh uncertainty into a case that has drawn nationwide
Tz, Issues Public Alert: Rising Cases of Influenza and Dengue
The government of Tanzania has issued a renewed public health alert following an increase in seasonal respiratory infections and ongoing regional risks linked to
Tanzania Links Security With Economic Growth Momentum
President Samia Suluhu Hassan has underscored the critical role of national security in supporting Tanzania’s economic growth, highlighting that a stable and secure environment
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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Mining Firm Highlights Commitment To Safer Tailings Systems
A leading gold producer operating in Tanzania has underscored its commitment to maintaining safe and environmentally responsible Tailings Storage Facilities (TSFs), saying strong waste-management systems are essential to protecting workers and communities living around mining areas. The company emphasized that its facilities
Nutrition Gains Made, But Schoolchildren Overlooked
Tanzania’s fight against poor nutrition has recorded meaningful progress in recent years, with new figures showing that Kagera Region has reduced stunting among children under five from 44 percent to 39 percent. The milestone reflects years of effort by local leaders, health
BRT Services Restored After Election Unrest Shutdown
Public transport services along the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) corridor from Mbagala to Posta and Gerezani resumed yesterday, offering much-needed relief to thousands of commuters who had struggled with transport challenges since the temporary shutdown. The suspension followed infrastructure damage reported during
Samia Launches Independent Inquiry Commission on Violence
Tanzania’s President, [Samia Suluhu Hassan], has officially inaugurated the Independent Commission to investigate incidents of civil unrest that occurred during and after the [2025 Tanzanian general election]. Speaking at the ceremony held at Ikulu Chamwino in Dodoma on November 20, 2025, the
Kenyan Authorities Accused of Targeting Young Protesters Online
Amnesty International has revealed that Kenyan authorities allegedly used digital tools and online networks to intimidate and suppress young activists, particularly members of [Generation Z], who led mass protests between 2024 and 2025. The protests, which initially opposed a controversial [Finance Bill],
Tanzania Health Sector Eyes Reforms Under Mchengerwa
Tanzania’s newly appointed Health Minister, [Mohamed Mchengerwa], officially took over office on November 19, 2025, following a formal handover from his predecessor, [Jenista Mhagama], at the Ministry of Health headquarters in Mtumba, Dodoma. During the ceremony, Minister Mchengerwa praised Mhagama for her
Mudavadi Denies Ruto Family Profiting From Labour Program
Kenya’s Cabinet Secretary for Foreign and Diaspora Affairs, [Musalia Mudavadi], has strongly dismissed claims that President William Ruto’s family benefits financially from the government’s labour export scheme to Saudi Arabia. Speaking before Parliament on Wednesday, Mudavadi addressed allegations stemming from a report
Nation Mourns Tanzanian Killed Abroad in Israel
The remains of 21-year-old Joshua Mollel arrived at [Kilimanjaro International Airport] on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, bringing an end to months of uncertainty for his family and community. Mollel, a native of the [Arusha Region], had traveled to Israel in 2023 under
CAF Awards Night Crowns Africa’s Outstanding Performers
Achraf Hakimi has officially been crowned the 2025 CAF Player of the Year, capping off a remarkable season that positioned him among the world’s elite. The Moroccan defender outperformed prominent African football icons Mohamed Salah and Victor Osimhen after a history-making campaign