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 Embraer Unveils AI-Driven Pilotless Passenger Aircraft Plan

The major aircraft manufacturing company, Embraer, has announced its groundbreaking plan to develop the first passenger aircraft that operates autonomously using artificial intelligence (AI), eliminating the need for a pilot on all its flights. The project was unveiled during the National Aviation
October 8, 2024

Bashungwa Bans Ferry Overloading for Passenger Safety  

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
October 8, 2024

Arusha Night Crackdown Nets Traffic Offenders

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
September 20, 2024

Retired CAG Proposes More Smaller Aircraft

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
September 14, 2024

LATRA Suspends Katarama Luxury’s License

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
September 13, 2024

Kenya Airport Workers Strike Over Lease

Hundreds of travelers have been stranded at Jomo Kenyatta International Airport following a strike by airport staff. The strike began on Wednesday at midnight, prompted by ongoing disputes over the Kenyan government’s plans to lease the airport to Indian conglomerate Adani Enterprises.
September 11, 2024

Technical Glitch Delays Dodoma-Bound Train Service

The Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) train traveling between Dar es Salaam and Dodoma faced a technical delay on September 10, 2024, marking the second incident since the service’s launch in July. According to a statement by the Tanzania Railways Corporation (TRC), the
September 11, 2024

Majaliwa Orders Enhanced Rail Oversight

Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa has directed the Ministry of Transport to strengthen its oversight of the Tanzania Railways Corporation (TRC), aiming to improve services on the Standard Gauge Railway (SGR) and ensure its long-term sustainability. Addressing the conclusion of the 16th parliamentary
September 7, 2024

Train Derailment Injures 70; Investigation Underway

A serious train derailment occurred involving passenger train Y14, which was traveling from Kigoma to multiple destinations including Tabora, Dodoma, Morogoro, Pwani, and Dar es Salaam. The incident took place between Kazuramimba and Uvinza stations at approximately 7:30 PM. The train, operated
August 28, 2024