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President Samia Warns Foreign Activists Against Interference

Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has issued a pointed warning to foreign activists attempting to involve themselves in the country’s internal affairs, declaring that Tanzania will not allow outsiders to disrupt its peace. Speaking during the launch of the 2024 edition of

May 20, 2025

Opportunities·Politics·World

Tanzania Strengthens Diplomatic Ties with Finland Visit

Tanzania’s diplomatic landscape continues to evolve, with recent efforts reflecting its ambitions to position itself as a significant voice in international affairs. This was evident during a high-profile event held in Dar es Salaam, hosted by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and

May 19, 2025

Politics·Tanzania

Tanzania Sets Ambitious Budget to Protect Wildlife

Tanzania’s government is stepping up its commitment to environmental protection and sustainable tourism. On Monday, the Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism presented its proposed budget of TSh 359.98 billion (around $150 million USD) for the 2025/2026 fiscal year, seeking Parliament’s approval

May 19, 2025

Politics·Tanzania

Tundu Lissu’s Treason Case Delayed Again in Court

The high-profile treason case involving Tundu Lissu, the CHADEMA national chairperson and one of Tanzania’s most vocal opposition leaders, was adjourned once again on Monday after state prosecutors told the Kisutu Resident Magistrate’s Court that investigations remain incomplete. The prosecution requested that

May 19, 2025

Politics·Tanzania

High Court Upholds Settlement in Escrow Saga

The High Court of Tanzania has dismissed a lawsuit filed by Independent Power Tanzania Limited (IPTL) against the government, upholding the validity of a 2021 settlement agreement involving the contentious Tegeta Escrow funds. The verdict, delivered by Justice Awamu Mbagwa, concluded that

May 19, 2025

Politics·Tanzania

Tundu Lissu Appears in Court Amid Treason Charges

Tundu Lissu, the national chairperson of Tanzania’s main opposition party, CHADEMA, appeared in person at the Kisutu Resident Magistrate’s Court in Dar es Salaam on Monday to face charges of treason and the publication of false information. This marked his first physical

May 19, 2025

Health·World

Joe Biden Diagnosed with Advanced Prostate Cancer

Former U.S. President Joe Biden, aged 82, has been diagnosed with an aggressive form of prostate cancer that has metastasized to his bones, according to a statement released by his personal office on Sunday. The diagnosis followed medical evaluations prompted by urinary

May 19, 2025

Health·World

How Prof. Janabi Won Africa’s Top WHO Role

Tanzania’s distinguished cardiologist and health leader, Professor Mohamed Yakub Janabi, has been nominated as the next World Health Organization (WHO) Regional Director for Africa. The decision followed a unanimous vote by the WHO Regional Committee for Africa during a high-level meeting in

May 19, 2025

Politics·Tanzania

Zanzibar Chadema Leaders Resign Over Exclusion Claims

A growing rift within Tanzania’s largest opposition party, Chama cha Demokrasia na Maendeleo (CHADEMA), has spilled into the open as senior officials in the party’s Zanzibar branch announced their resignation, accusing the national leadership of marginalization and deliberate neglect. Speaking at a

May 17, 2025

Politics·World

Leaked Strategy Fuels US-Tanzania Election Controversy

A document leaked online has sparked political tension in Tanzania, alleging that the United States is quietly backing opposition parties ahead of the 2025 general elections. The report, titled “Mission – Tanzania 2025 Elections Action Plan,” claims that the United States Agency

May 17, 2025

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