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Tanzania has officially inaugurated its first Electric Multiple Unit (EMU) train service, commonly referred to as the “Mchongoko” train, on November 1, 2024. The train embarked on its maiden journey from Magufuli Station in Dar Es Salaam to the main station in

The Minister of Works, Innocent Bashungwa, has directed the Technical and Electrical Agency (TEMESA) and other water transport authorities to strictly adhere to safety regulations by ensuring ferries do not exceed passenger or cargo limits in order to safeguard the safety of

The Security Committee of Tabora Region has successfully rescued a 13-year-old girl, Deodatha Mibulo, a resident of Ngara District in Kagera, who was being trafficked illegally to Dar es Salaam for domestic work. The incident occurred when the girl began crying for

The Traffic Police in Tanzania have ramped up a nationwide crackdown targeting nighttime traffic violations. This operation, led by Deputy Commissioner of Police (DCP) Ramadhan Ng’anzi, has focused on identifying dangerous behaviors among drivers, such as overspeeding and driving unroadworthy vehicles, with

Retired Controller and Auditor General (CAG) Ludovic Utouh has proposed that the Tanzanian government explore the possibility of increasing the number of smaller aircraft for domestic flights. This recommendation aims to address the high operational costs associated with using large Boeing jets

The Land Transport Regulatory Authority (LATRA) has officially suspended the operating license of Katarama Luxury buses following allegations of tampering with their vehicle tracking devices (VTD). The company reportedly removed the original tracking device installed in their buses and replaced it with