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Boda Boda Rider’s Tragic End Unveils Alarming Trends

The disappearance and subsequent discovery of Jackson Ngowi’s body in a remote farmland in Ngambeni Village has sparked significant concern and highlights broader issues facing boda boda riders. The 24-year-old’s body, found decomposed five days after he was last seen, underscores the
July 20, 2024

Government Refutes Bankruptcy Claims

Finance Minister Dr. Mwigulu Nchemba has firmly denied recent online claims suggesting that the Tanzanian government is bankrupt and unable to pay its debts. The rumors, which spread via social media, particularly from the Tanzania Leaks account on the platform X (formerly
July 20, 2024

Grisly Attack on Child Shocks Globally

 Resident of Kasulu, Kigoma,  Clemensia Cosmas , a 19-year-old stands accused of a brutal attack on her employer’s six-year-old child in Dar es Salaam. The event unfolded in the Goba area, where Clemensia was employed as a domestic worker. In a shocking
July 18, 2024

TEF Condemns Journalist Assault Incident

The Tanzania Editors Forum (TEF) has strongly condemned the recent assault on Dickson Ng’hily, a prominent business editor and digital department head at ‘The Guardian’ newspaper. Ng’hily was detained for nearly six hours after being assaulted while documenting pupils studying under tree
July 13, 2024

World Bank Approves Strategy to Elevate Tanzania

The World Bank Group has approved a comprehensive Country Partnership Framework (CPF) aimed at consolidating Tanzania’s status as a lower-middle-income economy. Nathan Belete, the World Bank’s Country Director for Tanzania and neighboring countries, announced the approval of the CPF, covering the period
July 13, 2024

Government Acts Against TRA Corruption Scandal

The Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA), Finance Minister Dr. Mwigulu Nchemba (MP) has issued a resolute directive to TRA Commissioner General Yusuph Mwenda. The directive mandates the immediate dismissal of any TRA employees found soliciting or accepting bribes. Dr. Nchemba delivered this directive
July 13, 2024

Tz Applauds Burundi’s Peace and Development Achievements

Tanzania, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation, Hon. Stephen Byabato, lauded Burundi for its steadfast commitment to peace and security. Addressing diplomats and esteemed guests, Deputy Minister Byabato highlighted Burundi’s significant progress in various sectors over the past six
July 10, 2024

Public Support Frees Imprisoned Tanzanian Artist

Shadrack Chaula, a 24-year-old artist from Ntokela village in Rungwe, Mbeya, has been released from prison after being convicted of cybercrimes. Chaula had been sentenced to two years in jail or a fine of Tsh. 5 million ($2,000) for disseminating false information
July 9, 2024

TANESCO Announces Planned Power Interruptions for Upgrades

Tanzania Electric Supply Company (TANESCO) has announced planned power interruptions affecting various regions as part of ongoing railway infrastructure upgrades. Commencing on Monday, July 8, 2024, the interruption will impact areas including Iringa, Njombe, Ruvuma, Mbeya, Songwe, Singida, Shinyanga, Simiyu, Tabora, Mwanza,
July 8, 2024