“President Samia Sends Eid Message Promoting Unity”
Tanzania’s President, Samia Suluhu Hassan, has extended warm greetings to Muslims and citizens across the country in celebration of Eid al-Fitr, calling for unity,
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Lightning Tragedy Claims Young Lives In Dar es Salaam
A tragic incident has shaken the community of Dar es Salaam after three pupils from Msongola Primary School lost their lives when lightning struck
Tanzania Empowers Youth Through Strategic Mining Reforms
The Government of Tanzania is accelerating youth participation in the mining sector with a series of initiatives aimed at boosting skills, investment access, and
Experts Warn of Risks in Oil Exploration on Lake Tanganyika
Experts Warn of Risks in Oil Exploration on Lake TanganyikaTanzania’s decision to open the door for potential oil exploration in Lake Tanganyika has sparked
MPs Impressed by Katente Gold Processing Technology
Members of Tanzania’s Parliamentary Standing Committee on Energy and Minerals have expressed admiration for the advanced technology being used at the Katente Gold Processing
Zanzibar Suspends Alcohol Sales During Holy Ramadan Month
Authorities in Zanzibar have reinforced a long-standing restriction on the sale of alcohol during the holy month of Ramadan, warning that the ban applies
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Tanzania Nears Landmark Islamic Finance Legislation
Tanzania is moving closer to establishing a formal legal framework for Islamic finance, a development that could position the country as a leading hub for Shariah-compliant investment in East Africa. The central bank governor confirmed that a draft Islamic finance policy has
East African Court Set to Deliver Verdict on Online Rules
The East African Court of Justice (EACJ) is preparing to deliver its long-awaited ruling in a case challenging Tanzania’s online content regulations, a decision expected to shape the future of digital governance in the region. The case, Reference No. 30 of 2020,
Tanzania Awaits Swearing-In Of New Prime Minister
Tanzania is preparing for a historic moment as Mwigulu Lameck Nchemba, recently appointed by President Samia Suluhu Hassan and confirmed by Parliament, is scheduled to be sworn in as the country’s 12th Prime Minister tomorrow at Chamwino State House in Dodoma. The
Kariakoo Market Springs Back to Life After Election Unrest
Normalcy has returned to the heart of Dar es Salaam’s bustling trade zone, Kariakoo Market, following days of disruption linked to post-election tension late last month. Traders and residents say the once-busy streets, which had temporarily fallen silent, are now alive again
Daniel Sillo Elected Tanzania’s New Deputy Speaker
The Parliament of Tanzania has officially elected Daniel Baran Sillo, the Member of Parliament for Babati Rural Constituency, as the new Deputy Speaker of the National Assembly for the 2025–2030 term. The election, held in the nation’s capital Dodoma on November 13,
Tanzania Hosts Africa’s First Horticulture Trade Show
Tanzania has launched Africa’s first annual trade show dedicated to fresh fruits, vegetables, and flowers, aiming to unlock the continent’s vast horticultural potential. The event, named Horti Logistica Africa, will be held every November in Arusha and is organized by the Tanzania
Tanzania Sees Rising Cancer Cases Nationwide
Tanzania is witnessing a steady rise in cancer cases, with 16,516 new diagnoses reported between 2019 and 2023, according to the latest Ministry of Health report. The increase is partly attributed to lifestyle changes that heighten the risk of non-communicable diseases, highlighting
Tanzania Appoints Mwigulu Nchemba as New Prime Minister
Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan has selected Mwigulu Nchemba as the country’s new Prime Minister of Tanzania. His nomination was read in Parliament on Thursday by Speaker Mussa Zungu and will be subject to approval through a parliamentary vote. Nchemba, who has
Few Tanzanian Sex Workers Receive Cervical Screening
A recent study in northern Tanzania has revealed a worrying health gap: less than five percent of female sex workers have ever undergone cervical cancer screening, despite being among the most vulnerable populations. The research, conducted in the Kilimanjaro Region, surveyed 351