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CUF Candidate Vows Crackdown On Public Theft

Gombo Samandito Gombo, the presidential candidate for the Civic United Front (CUF), has promised to take a hard line against the theft of public resources if elected in the upcoming polls. Speaking in an exclusive interview, Gombo expressed deep frustration with what
September 2, 2025

Tanzania Opens Amnesty Window For Illegal Firearms

The government of Tanzania has announced a special two-month window allowing citizens to hand over illegally owned firearms without facing prosecution. The nationwide amnesty, which runs from September 1 to October 31, 2025, is part of efforts to strengthen community safety and
September 2, 2025

Deadly Earthquake Strikes Eastern Afghanistan Region

A powerful earthquake measuring 6.0 on the Richter scale struck eastern Afghanistan on August 31, 2025, leaving hundreds dead and thousands injured. The shallow tremor, approximately 10 kilometers deep, shook communities across Nangarhar Province and was felt as far away as Kabul
September 1, 2025

Israeli Strike in Yemen Kills Houthi Prime Minister

An Israeli airstrike on the Yemeni capital, Sanaa, has killed the prime minister of the Houthi-run administration along with several senior ministers, marking one of the most significant blows to the movement’s leadership since the war began. The attack, carried out on
September 1, 2025

Opposition Parties Chaumma and CUF Launch Campaigns

Tanzania’s political season gained fresh momentum on Sunday, August 31, 2025, as two opposition parties—Chaumma and the Civic United Front (CUF)—officially began their campaigns for the upcoming general election, each presenting bold promises for reform and accountability. In Dar es Salaam, Chaumma
September 1, 2025

ACT Wazalendo Expels Member Amid Election Dispute

ACT Wazalendo, a Tanzanian political party, has officially expelled Monalisa Joseph Ndala from its membership, citing violations of the party’s constitution. This decision follows her recent objections to the nomination of Luhaga Joelson Mpina as the party’s presidential candidate. In a formal
August 30, 2025

Trump Ends Secret Service Protection For Harris

Former Vice President Kamala Harris will no longer receive protection from the United States Secret Service, following a decision by President Donald Trump. The move, announced by White House officials, takes effect September 1, 2025, ending an extended security arrangement that had
August 30, 2025

Dar es Salaam Expands BRT Routes to Morocco

Dar es Salaam’s Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) system is set to extend its services, now connecting Mbagala to Morocco in Kinondoni District, marking a significant step in the city’s ongoing Phase Two expansion. The announcement was made on August 29, 2025, by
August 30, 2025

Tanzania Rises As African Governance Leader

Tanzania has emerged as one of Africa’s best-governed nations, ranking 6th on the continent and 78th globally in the 2025 Country Governance and Government Index (CGGI). The index evaluates 120 countries worldwide, measuring leadership quality, rule of law, economic management, and social
August 30, 2025
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