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Russia Tops EU LNG Suppliers Amid Growing Energy Debate

Russia has once again emerged as the leading supplier of liquefied natural gas (LNG) to the European Union, delivering gas worth €701.5 million in October 2024. This significant contribution accounted for about 32% of the EU’s total LNG imports for the month,
December 18, 2024

Tanzanian Coffee Supplier Faces Allegations of Fraud

A Tanzanian coffee supplier is currently under scrutiny following allegations of fraud after failing to deliver coffee beans despite receiving a 101.5 million Tanzanian Shilling (approximately 43,750 US dollars) upfront payment from an international buyer. The payment was part of a larger
December 18, 2024

Experts Urged to Uphold Ethics in Procurement

Tanzania’s Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for Energy,  Dr. Doto Biteko called on procurement and supply chain professionals to always uphold the highest ethical standards in their work, emphasizing the key role they play in supporting the government’s development plans. During the
December 18, 2024

Minister Orders Swift Action on National IDs Distribution

The Minister of Home Affairs, Innocent Bashungwa, has directed the National Identification Authority (NIDA) to distribute 1.2 million completed national IDs within two months. The minister emphasized the urgency during his official visit to the authority’s headquarters in Dar es Salaam on
December 18, 2024

Trump Announces Zelensky Won’t Attend Inauguration

President-elect Donald Trump has confirmed that Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky will not be invited to his inauguration. In a statement issued over the weekend, Trump shared that his decision was based on personal judgment and priorities as he prepares for his swearing-in
December 17, 2024

Tundu Lissu Raises Concerns Over Party Election Plot

The Deputy Chairman of CHADEMA and a candidate for the party’s leadership,  Tundu Lissu, has recently shared serious concerns about the upcoming elections within the party. Speaking on his X (formerly Twitter) page, Lissu expressed his worry that the challenges faced in
December 17, 2024

CHADEMA Opens Nominations for National Leadership Positions

The opposition party CHADEMA has officially opened the nomination process for key national leadership positions, including the roles of national chairperson and vice-chairperson, marking the start of preparations for the upcoming intra-party elections. Speaking at a press conference in Dar es Salaam,
December 17, 2024

Former Registrar John Tendwa Passes Away at 74

Former Registrar of Political Parties, Judge John Tendwa, has passed away at the age of 74, leaving behind a legacy of service and dedication to Tanzania’s democracy. His death was announced on December 17, 2024, by the current Registrar, Judge Francis Mutungi,
December 17, 2024

Vice President Calls for Action on Election Corruption

Vice-President Dr Philip Mpango has urged anti-corruption officials to step up and tackle corruption in the upcoming elections, stressing that fair and transparent leadership is crucial as Tanzania prepares for its general election next year. Speaking at the annual gathering of anti-corruption
December 17, 2024
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