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Rapist Should Have Their Private Parts Cut

The government has expressed its intention to review the penalties for individuals convicted of raping children under the age of 10, as a response to growing public concern over the severity of these crimes. Deputy Minister of Constitution and Legal Affairs, Jumanne
September 4, 2024

US Seizes Venezuelan Aircraft Over Sanctions Violation

The United States has confiscated a Dassault Falcon 900EX jet previously used by Venezuelan President Nicolás Maduro, relocating it from the Dominican Republic to Florida. The US Justice Department announced the seizure on Monday, stating that the plane’s acquisition breached US sanctions.
September 3, 2024

Putin Unveils Medal for Great Patriotic War

Russian President Vladimir Putin, has signed a decree to establish the commemorative medal “80 Years of Victory in the Great Patriotic War of 1941-1945.” This medal will be awarded to veterans of the Great Patriotic War and others as specified in the
September 3, 2024

Iringa MP Pushes for Marriage Law Reform

The Member of Parliament for Iringa Urban, Jesca Msambatavangu made a strong case for amendments to the Law of Marriage Act of 1971. Speaking during discussions on the 2024 Child Protection Laws Amendment Bill, Msambatavangu urged the government to require parents to
August 31, 2024

Makonda’s Former Driver Implicated in Fraud

The current Regional Commissioner (RC) of Arusha and former RC of Dar Es Salaam, Paul Makonda has recently disclosed troubling details about fraudulent activities conducted by his former driver during his tenure in Dar Es Salaam. According to Makonda, the driver exploited
August 30, 2024

Globally Eyes on Gold Prices’ Unprecedented Surge

Gold prices have recently surged to unprecedented levels, reaching heights not seen since record-keeping began in 1970. As of this week, the price of an ounce of gold reached $2,523 (approximately Sh6.85 million), driven by a combination of global economic factors, including
August 30, 2024

MP Ordered to Present Evidence on Hospital Claims

Speaker of Parliament Dr. Tulia Ackson has directed the Member of Parliament for Ilemela, Dr. Angelina Mabula, to present evidence in Parliament tomorrow regarding allegations that Sangabuye Health Center in Ilemela Municipality, Mwanza Region, accommodates men, women, and children in a single
August 29, 2024

Vice President Urges Tightened Oversight on School Buses

Vice President Dr. Philip Mpango has called for urgent measures to tighten the regulation of school buses across Tanzania, citing significant concerns over their safety standards and the qualifications of drivers. Speaking during the national road safety week and the 50th anniversary
August 27, 2024

Kagame Plans Church Tax to Curb Exploitation

Rwandan President Paul Kagame has announced a proposal to introduce a tax on church collections, responding to growing concerns about the exploitation of vulnerable populations by some religious leaders. Kagame highlighted the rapid increase in churches across Rwanda, many of which have
August 24, 2024
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