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President Urges Trade Minister to Revamp Kariakoo Market

President Samia Suluhu Hassan has directed Dr. Selemani Jafo, the newly appointed Industry and Trade Minister, to prioritize the revitalization of the Kariakoo Market. Speaking at the swearing-in ceremony of new officials at the Tunguu State House, the President emphasized the importance

July 6, 2024

Politics·Tanzania

President Samia Urges Citizens To Preserve National Peace

President Samia Suluhu Hassan stressed the critical role of peace in fostering national progress during her keynote address at the Islamic Women’s Congress in Zanzibar today. She emphasized that without peace, achieving development goals becomes impossible, pointing to neighboring countries currently grappling

July 5, 2024

Health·Tanzania

Warioba Calls for Ethical Journalism

Former Prime Minister Retired Judge Joseph Warioba has urged media practitioners to adhere to professional ethics, emphasizing the importance of fairness and objectivity in their reporting. His remarks came during the launch of the report titled “State of the Media in Tanzania

July 5, 2024

Politics·Tanzania

Mbeya Resident Jailed for Burning President’s Photo

A resident of the Mbeya region,Shadrack Chaula, 24has been sentenced to two years in prison or a fine of Sh5 million by the Rungwe District Court for cybercrimes. This verdict was delivered on Thursday, July 4, 2024, by Senior Resident Magistrate Veronica

July 5, 2024

Politics·World

Diaby Announces Retirement Amid Increasing Threats

Germany’s first African-born MP, has announced he will not stand in the next federal election, citing a desire for more family time and opportunities for younger politicians. A member of the Social Democrats (SPD), Diaby’s tenure in the Bundestag has been marked

July 4, 2024

Bizzare·Entertainment, Arts & Culture·Health·Politics·Tanzania

Legal Dispute Over Arrest for Burning presidential Photo

In a case that has sparked significant legal and public debate, Shadrack Chaula, a 24-year-old from Mbeya, Tanzania, was arrested three days ago for allegedly burning a photo of President Samia Suluhu Hassan. The arrest has raised questions about the legal grounds

July 4, 2024

Politics·World

Kenya’s Civil Servants Receive Salary Boost Amid Economic

President William Ruto has directed the Treasury to re-evaluate the recent salary hike announcement, emphasizing the need for government officials to live within their means. The new salary structure, effective from July 1, 2023, was initially aimed at cushioning lower cadre civil

July 3, 2024

Tanzania·Travel

New SGR Trains Enhance Connectivity

Tanzania is advancing its railway modernization with the arrival of two new electric multiple-unit (EMU) trains from South Korea, adding to the already operational set introduced in April. These trains, featuring eight wagons each, are set to commence services between Dar Es

July 3, 2024

Tanzania

Tour Operators Oppose Tanzanian Shilling Payments

Tour operators in Tanzania’s northern regions have expressed strong opposition to recent regulatory changes requiring all payments to be conducted in Tanzanian shillings. The new regulation, implemented by the government, mandates that all transactions, including permits and other fees, be made in

July 2, 2024

Politics·Tanzania

Homera Orders Arrest of President’s Critic

Mbeya Regional Commissioner Juma Z. Homera has issued a strict 24-hour ultimatum for the Regional Police Commander, SACP Benjamini Kuzaga, to locate and arrest a young man from Ntokela, Rungwe District. This individual, whose identity remains unknown, is accused of making harsh

July 2, 2024

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