“Our Nation Is One, Serve Without Division,” Nchimbi Says
Tanzania’s Vice President, Emmanuel Nchimbi addressed hundreds of monks and faithful inside the Catholic Church of the Pilgrimage of the Virgin Mary in Pugu,
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Dar Es Salaam Says Goodbye to Commuter Buses
Dar es Salaam is preparing for a major shift in urban transport as the city’s authorities move to phase out conventional commuter buses along
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
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
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Opposition Leaders Plan Urgent Meeting Over Nationwide Unrest
The main opposition party in Tanzania, Chama Cha Demokrasia na Maendeleo (CHADEMA), has announced plans to convene an emergency Central Committee meeting in Dar es Salaam to discuss the recent wave of unrest that erupted in several regions of the country on
Mussa Zungu Elected Tanzania’s New Parliamentary Speaker
The Member of Parliament for Ilala, Mussa Azzan Zungu has been overwhelmingly elected as the new Speaker of the National Assembly of Tanzania, securing 378 out of 383 votes cast. The election took place today, 11 November 2025, at the Parliament chamber
Defence Chiefs Gather in Arusha For Diplomacy
The Arusha Regional Commissioner, CPA Amos Gabriel Makalla, on Monday officially welcomed top defence and security officials from 16 nations who arrived in Tanzania for a five-day study visit organized by the National Defence College (NDC). The delegation of 72 senior officers
Four CHADEMA Executives Released Amid Political Tension
Four senior figures from Tanzania’s main opposition party, Chama cha Demokrasia na Maendeleo (CHADEMA), have been released on bail after spending several days in police custody. The release has sparked cautious optimism among supporters who have been calling for greater political tolerance
President Mwinyi Charts New Course for Zanzibar’s Development
President Hussein Ali Mwinyi has officially launched the 11th House of Representatives in Chukwani, Unguja, marking the beginning of a new chapter in the island’s governance. The ceremony, attended by government officials, diplomats, and invited guests, set the tone for the next
Museveni Confirms Arrest of Missing Kenyan Activists
Ugandan President Yoweri Museveni has for the first time admitted that two Kenyan human rights activists who disappeared more than a month ago were being held by his country’s security forces. The activists, Bob Njagi and Nicholas Oyoo, were detained on October
Ruto Calls for Stronger Democracy Across East Africa
Kenyan President William Ruto has underscored his belief that democracy remains the best system of governance—despite its many challenges. Speaking in Doha, Qatar, on November 9, 2025, during the World Summit for Social Development, Ruto said that genuine democracy thrives where leaders
Archbishop Ruwa’ichi: Nation Wounded, Dignity Lost
During a solemn Mass on Monday, November 10, 2025, commemorating citizens who lost their lives amid last week’s general election, Archbishop Jude Thaddaeus Ruwa’ichi delivered a powerful homily highlighting the deep wounds inflicted on the nation and the erosion of its dignity. The service
Lissu’s Treason Trial Begins Without His Presence
The treason trial of Tundu Lissu, chairman of Tanzania’s opposition party Chama cha Demokrasia na Maendeleo (CHADEMA), commenced today at the High Court’s Masjala Ndogo division in Dar es Salaam, notable for the absence of the accused. Lissu was not brought to court due