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Tanzania Reassures Public Over TAZARA Upgrade Benefits

The Tanzanian government has moved to reassure citizens about the recently signed agreement to revitalise the Tanzania–Zambia Railway Authority (TAZARA), stressing that the project is set to bring significant economic and social benefits to the country. Government Chief Secretary and Spokesperson Gerson

December 29, 2025

Tanzania·Travel

Heavy Rains Disrupt Tanzania’s Standard Gauge Railway Services

Passengers travelling on Tanzania’s Standard Gauge Railway experienced hours of delays on Sunday after persistent heavy rains triggered technical challenges that forced a temporary suspension of services from Dar es Salaam. At Magufuli Station, many travellers who had already purchased tickets were

December 29, 2025

Tanzania·Travel

Tazara Railway Revitalisation Enters Active Implementation Phase

The long-awaited revitalisation of the Tanzania–Zambia Railway Authority (Tazara) has officially moved into an active implementation stage, marking a major milestone for one of East and Southern Africa’s most strategic transport corridors. The development follows the mobilisation of heavy equipment, technical experts

December 27, 2025

Politics·Travel·World

Tanzania Included in New U.S. Travel Restrictions

The United States has placed Tanzania among a group of countries facing new partial travel restrictions that will take effect on January 1, 2026. The announcement, made on December 16, 2025, reflects Washington’s stated concerns about visa compliance, national security, and immigration

December 17, 2025

Health·Travel·World

Seventeen Migrants Die In Mediterranean Boat Tragedy

Authorities are investigating a tragic incident in which 17 migrants lost their lives after a small vessel capsized in the Mediterranean Sea south of the Greek island of Crete. The boat, reportedly carrying people attempting to reach Europe, overturned amid rough seas

December 11, 2025

Tanzania·Travel

Gas-Powered Buses Set to Transform Urban Transit

The city is preparing to welcome a new fleet of gas-powered buses This december , aimed at enhancing urban transportation and easing congestion along key corridors. Over 50 of these buses, manufactured at the Golden Dragon Factory in China, will be deployed

December 1, 2025

Politics·Travel·World

Qatar Donates Vehicles to Tanzania Foreign Ministry

The government of Qatar has donated a fleet of Toyota Land Cruiser vehicles to Tanzania’s Ministry of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation, aimed at strengthening the ministry’s operational capacity and diplomatic functions. The donation was made free of charge and without

November 28, 2025

Tanzania·Travel

BRT Services Restored After Election Unrest Shutdown

Public transport services along the Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) corridor from Mbagala to Posta and Gerezani resumed yesterday, offering much-needed relief to thousands of commuters who had struggled with transport challenges since the temporary shutdown. The suspension followed infrastructure damage reported during

November 21, 2025

Politics·Tanzania·Travel

Dar es Salaam Restores Services After Post-Election Unrest

Authorities in Dar es Salaam have ordered the reinstatement of key public transport services in Mbagala following disruptions that erupted after the country’s recent general election. The move comes as part of the government’s early measures to stabilise daily life and reassure

November 18, 2025

Politics·World

U.S. Tightens Visa Rules for Health and Financial Concerns

A newly issued U.S. directive could make it significantly harder for foreigners to obtain visas, particularly those living with chronic medical conditions or who may lack the financial means to support themselves. The guidance, circulated to embassies consulates worldwide, instructs officials to

November 15, 2025

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