Tanzania Advances Landmark LNG Legal Framework
Senior executives from Equinor, ExxonMobil, and Shell are expected in Dar es Salaam this week for what the government describes as the final round
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Tanzania Orders Motorcycle Seizure Review Nationwide
The government of Tanzania has moved to address growing concerns over the prolonged detention of motorcycles by law enforcement agencies, directing that vehicles not
Tanzania Expands Digital Infrastructure Investment Strategy
The government of Tanzania has allocated Sh103.6 billion in its 2026/2027 budget to accelerate the expansion of the National ICT Backbone, positioning digital infrastructure
Tanzania Media Reform Agenda Gains Momentum
Media stakeholders in Tanzania have presented a comprehensive 15-point reform agenda to the government, signaling a renewed push to reshape the country’s media landscape
Gold Demand Signals Financial System Uncertainty
Global gold markets on 30 April 2026 continue to reflect sustained demand from central banks, institutional investors, and sovereign wealth funds, underscoring the metal’s
CCM Drops Front-Runner in Isimani Nomination Shock
A surprising political twist has emerged in Tanzania’s ruling party selection process after a leading contender in internal opinion polls was bypassed in favour
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Tanzania Faces Changing Weather as Rainfall Returns
Tanzania is set to experience varied weather conditions over the next 24 hours, with sunshine, intermittent rainfall and strong winds expected across different parts of the country, according to the latest official forecast released by national weather authorities. The outlook, which takes
Kenya Moves to Shield Millions From Hunger
The Kenyan government has announced a broad set of measures aimed at protecting more than two million people who are at risk of hunger as a severe drought continues to affect wide parts of the country. The prolonged dry spell, which has
MECIRA Links Diaspora Online Incitement to Tanzania Unrest
A Tanzanian media advocacy organisation has reignited public debate after alleging that a wave of unrest and deaths reported on October 29, 2025, was partly fuelled by online incitement from activists living outside the country. Speaking to journalists in Dar es Salaam
Tanzanian Innovator Wins Africa’s Premier Business Award
Tanzanian entrepreneur Diana Orembe, founder of NovFeed Tanzania, has emerged as the 2025 champion of the prestigious Africa’s Business Heroes competition, taking home a $300,000 cash prize for her innovative solution that converts food waste into sustainable fish feed. Her work impressed
Tanzania President Calls For Strong, Neutral Military
President of Tanzania and Commander-in-Chief of the Armed Forces, Samia Suluhu Hassan, has urged military leaders to strengthen the country’s national defence while remaining neutral and professional, warning against any actions that could damage the reputation of the armed forces. The remarks
Tanzania Sentences Immigration Officers Over Murder
The High Court of Tanzania has handed down death sentences to three immigration officers found guilty of murdering Enos Elias, a resident of Kakonko District in Kigoma Region, whom they suspected of not being a Tanzanian citizen. The verdict was delivered on
Bobi Wine Condemns Security Action at Kampala Market
Uganda’s opposition leader Robert Kyagulanyi, popularly known as Bobi Wine, has strongly criticized security forces over their use of water to disperse civilians at Kalerwe Market in Kampala, an incident that has sparked renewed concern about civil liberties and the protection of
Tanzania Government Pushes Completion of Stalled Road
The Tanzanian government has stepped up pressure to ensure the long-delayed Kitai–Ruanda road in Ruvuma Region is completed without further setbacks, sending a strong message on accountability and the proper use of public funds. The renewed directive was issued on December 16,
Tanzania Deepens Commitment to Long-Term Water Security
Tanzania has renewed its determination to protect water sources and expand access to clean and safe water, as national leaders acknowledge that climate change and rising demand are placing increasing pressure on the country’s water systems. This commitment was reaffirmed on December