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Health Ministry Assures Safety from Mpox

The Ministry of Health has reassured the public about the country’s safety from Mpox, also known as monkeypox, amid increasing global concern. In a comprehensive update, the Ministry has highlighted preventive measures to help keep the disease at bay. According to the
August 6, 2024

Members and 58 WTO Nations Back Okonjo-Iweala

The esteemed Director-General of the World Trade Organization (WTO), Ngozi Okonjo-Iweala, is garnering significant backing for a potential second term, with 58 out of 164 WTO member nations expressing their support. Since her historic appointment in March 2021, Okonjo-Iweala has made history
July 29, 2024

Students Urge Decoupling of Politics, Administration

At a conference held in Arusha, Deogratius Malangula, a student representative from Ilboru Secondary School, urged the government to separate politics from administration to expedite development. The conference aimed to gather opinions on the new National Development Vision for 2025/2050. Malangula expressed
July 28, 2024

Makonda Found Guilty of Power Abuse

The Human Rights and Good Governance Commission (THBUB) has found Arusha Regional Commissioner Paul Makonda guilty of abusing his power. This verdict comes after an investigation into an incident where Makonda ordered the detention of a local resident for 96 hours without
July 20, 2024

Government Refutes Bankruptcy Claims

Finance Minister Dr. Mwigulu Nchemba has firmly denied recent online claims suggesting that the Tanzanian government is bankrupt and unable to pay its debts. The rumors, which spread via social media, particularly from the Tanzania Leaks account on the platform X (formerly
July 20, 2024

Ruto Names New Cabinet, Retains Six Ministers

Kenyan President William Ruto recently re-appointed several cabinet members he had dismissed last week, establishing a new government aimed at addressing the concerns of young protesters. In a televised announcement, Ruto revealed 11 appointments to a unity government, promising additional nominations soon.
July 20, 2024

Tanzania Commends Burundi’s Commitment to Peace

The Minister of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation, Hon. January Makamba, bid farewell to the Ambassador of Denmark to Tanzania, Her Excellency Mette Norgaard Dissing Spandet, as her tenure concluded at the Ministry’s offices in Dar es Salaam. Minister Makamba extended
July 10, 2024

Vice President Mpango Urges Kigoma Voter Engagement

 Vice President Dr. Philip Mpango has urged residents of Kigoma to register in large numbers during the voter register update to participate fully in selecting capable leaders. He made the call during his tour of Uvinza District, emphasizing active participation in drafting
July 9, 2024

Minister Urges TAWA to Enhance Wildlife Management

The Minister of Natural Resources and Tourism, Angellah Kairuki has underscored the critical role of the Tanzania Wildlife Research Institute (TAWA) in efficiently managing the nation’s wildlife resources for national development. Her directives were issued during a comprehensive visit to TAWA’s headquarters
July 9, 2024

Public Support Frees Imprisoned Tanzanian Artist

Shadrack Chaula, a 24-year-old artist from Ntokela village in Rungwe, Mbeya, has been released from prison after being convicted of cybercrimes. Chaula had been sentenced to two years in jail or a fine of Tsh. 5 million ($2,000) for disseminating false information
July 9, 2024