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Kenya To Provide Free Health Services Up to Age 18

President William Ruto has unveiled a major shift in Kenya’s healthcare policy, announcing that all children from birth up to 18 years old will receive free health services starting in three months. This development will be made possible through the upcoming launch
August 10, 2024

Tanzania’s Bar Association Demands Police Misconduct Inquiry

The Tanganyika Law Society (TLS), Tanzania’s foremost bar association, has urgently appealed to President Samia Suluhu Hassan for the establishment of a special commission to investigate alleged police misconduct involving abductions and torture. This appeal follows escalating public concern and documented incidents
August 10, 2024

Fuel Station Tragedy Claims Life of Shalom Tarimo

A young man from Msaranga, Moshi Municipality, Kilimanjaro Region, has tragically lost his life after falling into a well at a prominent fuel station in the heart of Moshi town. “This is a devastating tragedy that has left our community in mourning,”
August 9, 2024

Tanzania’s Exports Surge 14.9%

A new report from the Bank of Tanzania (BoT) has revealed a 14.9% increase in the country’s exports of goods and services over the past year, further evidence of Tanzania’s strengthening economic performance. According to the BoT’s monthly economic assessment for July
August 9, 2024

Muhimbili to Launch Pregnancy Transplant Service

Health Minister Ummy Mwalimu has announced that by the end of September 2024, the National Hospital of Muhimbili will introduce a new pregnancy transplantation service aimed at increasing accessibility for Tanzanian women. This service, which represents a significant advancement in reproductive health
August 8, 2024

Health Ministry Assures Safety from Mpox

The Ministry of Health has reassured the public about the country’s safety from Mpox, also known as monkeypox, amid increasing global concern. In a comprehensive update, the Ministry has highlighted preventive measures to help keep the disease at bay. According to the
August 6, 2024

Putin Congratulates Maduro on Recent Re-Election

President Nicolas Maduro of the Bolivarian Republic of Venezuela recently received a warm congratulatory message from Vladimir Putin, President of the Russian Federation, following his re-election. This gesture highlights the enduring and strategic partnership between Russia and Venezuela, emphasizing their mutual commitment
July 29, 2024

Health Alert on Waist Circumference, NBC  Marathon

The Executive Director of Muhimbili National Hospital (MNH), Professor Mohamed Janabi, delivered a crucial health advisory today, emphasizing the importance of maintaining a healthy waist circumference to prevent potential health risks. Addressing participants of the NBC Marathon in Dodoma, Prof. Janabi warned
July 29, 2024

Kikwete Urges Citizens to Read Books

Former President Jakaya Kikwete has called on Tanzanians to develop a culture of reading to enhance innovation and address challenges in the Kiswahili language. Speaking at the 10th anniversary of Watetezi wa Kiswahili Tanzania (WAKITA) held at the University of Dar es
July 29, 2024

Geita Mother Arrested for Infant’s Death

A resident Mlima namba tano in the Lwamgasa ward, Flora Mapolo, 33, has been arrested by Geita police on charges of allegedly killing one of her two-month-old twins. This heart-wrenching incident has cast a somber shadow over the otherwise tight-knit community. Senior
July 28, 2024