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Makonda Accelerates Arusha Airport Expansion Effort

Arusha Regional Commissioner, Hon. Paul Christian Makonda, has mandated the swift completion of the new passenger terminal at Arusha Airport (Kisongo), aiming for the facility to begin operations by September 1 this year. During a recent inspection of the terminal’s construction, Hon.
August 16, 2024

Tanzania Vigilant as Mpox Threat Looms

The monkeypox virus, now referred to as “Mpox” by the World Health Organization (WHO), has not yet been detected in Tanzania, according to recent reports from the Ministry of Health. The ministry has confirmed that no cases have been reported in the
August 15, 2024

LATRA Intensifies Focus on Driver Fatigue

The Land Transport Regulatory Authority (LATRA) has acknowledged a growing concern over road accidents caused by driver fatigue, despite the effectiveness of the Vehicle Tracking System (VTS) in curbing incidents due to overspeeding. Recent investigations reveal that a significant number of accidents
August 12, 2024

Tanzania Issues Health Advisories for Monkeypox

With a rise in monkeypox cases impacting East and Central Africa, Tanzanian health officials have issued urgent advisories to the public to prevent the virus from crossing into the country. Recent reports have confirmed a growing number of monkeypox cases in neighboring
August 12, 2024

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
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