“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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Lutheran Church Calls for Justice After Tanzanian Election Violence
The Evangelical Lutheran Church in Tanzania (ELCT) has urged the government to ensure justice and accountability for citizens who lost their lives or were injured during the violent demonstrations that followed the October 29, 2025 General Election. In a powerful statement issued
Global Leaders Commit to Recognise 160 Million Hectares
World leaders gathered in Belém, Brazil this week ahead of COP30 to announce a groundbreaking pledge to secure the land rights of Indigenous Peoples and local communities across tropical forest nations. The new initiative, known as the Intergovernmental Land Tenure Commitment (ILTC),
Farmers at the Heart of East Africa’s Green Transition
At a regional agricultural forum held in Mara, Tanzania, on November 12, 2025, agricultural expert Dr Peter Mlay emphasized that the success of East Africa’s agricultural transformation depends not only on technology but also on empowering the farmers who use it. Speaking
Tanzanian Experts Urge Reliable Internet Access for Growth
Technology and policy experts in Tanzania have called on authorities to ensure stable and unrestricted internet access across the country, stressing that connectivity is not a luxury but a crucial pillar for national development. The appeal was made by the Tech &
Tanzania Parliament to Confirm Prime Minister Tomorrow
The National Assembly of Tanzania is set to hold a crucial sitting tomorrow, 13 November 2025, to confirm the appointment of the country’s new Prime Minister and to conduct the election and swearing-in of the Deputy Speaker. The announcement was made by
Speaker Zungu Urges Tanzanian MPs to Uphold Integrity
The Speaker of the National Assembly of Tanzania, Mussa Azzan Zungu, has urged members of the 13th Parliament to respect the dignity of their positions and uphold the trust placed in them by the people. Speaking moments after the swearing-in ceremony of
Ethiopia Chosen to Host 2027 COP32 Climate Summit
Ethiopia has been informally selected to host the 32nd UN Climate Change Conference (COP32) in 2027, following backing from the Africa Group of Negotiators (AGN). The announcement was made during the ongoing COP30 talks in Belém, Brazil, where negotiators are discussing urgent
John Heche Denies Claims of Secret Police Release Deal
In Dar es Salaam, opposition leader John Heche has spoken publicly for the first time since his release from police custody, firmly rejecting claims that he and his colleagues were freed through secret negotiations with government authorities. Heche, who serves as the
Tanzania Battles Rising Threat of Antibiotic Misuse
Across Tanzania, a quiet but alarming trend is emerging — pharmacies are increasingly selling antibiotics and other prescription drugs without requiring a doctor’s prescription. What was once a tightly controlled practice meant to ensure safe medication use has now turned into a