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Tanzanian Man Seeks Aid After Brutal Domestic Attack

A 40-year-old man from Arumeru District in northern Tanzania is appealing for financial help after surviving a horrific attack in which his wife allegedly severed his genitals. The man, currently receiving treatment at Selian Hospital in Arusha, faces mounting medical bills estimated
November 26, 2025

Tanzania Nears Historic Surge in Mineral Output

Tanzania’s mining sector is on the brink of a major economic milestone, with newly released data showing the total value of minerals produced in the country climbing to nearly $1 billion in the third quarter of 2025. The sharp rise underscores the
November 25, 2025

Algiers Hosts Ministerial Conference on Local Medicine

The Ministerial Conference on Local Production of Medicines and Other Health Technologies in Africa is underway, bringing together key stakeholders from across the continent to address the growing need to strengthen Africa’s health sovereignty. Africa continues to rely heavily on imported medical
November 24, 2025

Tanzania Health Sector Eyes Reforms Under Mchengerwa

Tanzania’s newly appointed Health Minister, [Mohamed Mchengerwa], officially took over office on November 19, 2025, following a formal handover from his predecessor, [Jenista Mhagama], at the Ministry of Health headquarters in Mtumba, Dodoma. During the ceremony, Minister Mchengerwa praised Mhagama for her
November 20, 2025

Nation Mourns Tanzanian Killed Abroad in Israel

The remains of 21-year-old Joshua Mollel arrived at [Kilimanjaro International Airport] on Wednesday, November 19, 2025, bringing an end to months of uncertainty for his family and community. Mollel, a native of the [Arusha Region], had traveled to Israel in 2023 under
November 20, 2025

Tanzania Positioned To Benefit From Global Climate Fund

Tanzania is among the countries expected to benefit from funding of up to 20 million US dollars to support projects aimed at addressing the impacts of climate change, under the newly operationalized Loss and Damage Fund established through international environmental agreements. The
November 19, 2025

Africa Grapples with Deadliest Cholera Wave in Decades

Across Africa, health officials are sounding the alarm: the continent is currently in the grip of its worst cholera epidemic in 25 years, according to the Africa Centres for Disease Control and Prevention (Africa CDC). This outbreak is proving to be one of
November 18, 2025

Pope Urges leaders To listen To the poor.

Pope Leo XIV has called on global leaders to pay attention to the voices of the poor, emphasizing that true peace cannot exist without justice. In a message shared on social media on November 16, 2025, the Pope urged presidents and heads of
November 17, 2025

Faith Leaders Demand Justice, National Reconciliation

Sheikh Muharram Mziwanda, head of the Asaalam Islamic Foundation, has expressed surprise over statements made by the Tanzania Episcopal Conference (TEC) regarding the events of October 29, 2025. Sheikh Mziwanda said the incidents should be described as demonstrations rather than violence, looting,
November 17, 2025

Dodoma Residents Urged to Give Blood Frequently

Residents of Dodoma have been encouraged to donate blood regularly to help save lives, particularly for patients who may require urgent transfusions. Dr. Leah Kitundya, head of the Central Zone Blood Collection Team, made the call during a free health screening event
November 14, 2025
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