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World Bank Approves Strategy to Elevate Tanzania

The World Bank Group has approved a comprehensive Country Partnership Framework (CPF) aimed at consolidating Tanzania’s status as a lower-middle-income economy. Nathan Belete, the World Bank’s Country Director for Tanzania and neighboring countries, announced the approval of the CPF, covering the period
July 13, 2024

Zanzibar Enacts Law Protecting Whistleblowers

Zanzibar President Dr. Hussein Ali Mwinyi has announced the enactment of the Personal Data Protection Act. Speaking at an event commemorating African Anti-corruption Day at Nyamanzi Unguja, President Mwinyi emphasized that this new legislation aims to enhance trust, personal security, and accountability
July 13, 2024

Tz Applauds Burundi’s Peace and Development Achievements

Tanzania, Deputy Minister of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation, Hon. Stephen Byabato, lauded Burundi for its steadfast commitment to peace and security. Addressing diplomats and esteemed guests, Deputy Minister Byabato highlighted Burundi’s significant progress in various sectors over the past six
July 10, 2024

Tanzania Commends Burundi’s Commitment to Peace

The Minister of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation, Hon. January Makamba, bid farewell to the Ambassador of Denmark to Tanzania, Her Excellency Mette Norgaard Dissing Spandet, as her tenure concluded at the Ministry’s offices in Dar es Salaam. Minister Makamba extended
July 10, 2024

Tanzania, Ethiopia Strengthen Bilateral Ties

Tanzania’s Minister of Health, Ummy Mwalimu, officially delivered a special message from President Samia Suluhu Hassan to Ethiopian President Sahle-Work Zewde. The message emphasized the enduring cooperation and strong ties between the two nations, established by their founding leaders. During the meeting,
July 9, 2024

Tanzania Champions Global Fisheries Sustainability

The Minister of Livestock and Fisheries, Abdallah Ulega, addressed the World Summit for Small-Scale Fishers in Italy. In his speech, he underscored Tanzania’s leadership in implementing the International Guidelines for Securing Sustainable Small-Scale Fisheries, while also encouraging other nations to commit earnestly
July 8, 2024

Gombe Chimpanzee Colony Faces Existential Threat

The renowned chimpanzee colony in Gombe National Park, Tanzania, is under serious threat due to habitat loss and disease. Once home to around 150 chimpanzees in the 1960s, the population has dwindled to approximately 90 today. This alarming decline is primarily attributed
July 6, 2024

Sierra Leone Bans Child Marriage Nationwide

Sierra Leone has officially outlawed child marriage, a practice that has long been a severe issue in the country. The new legislation, signed into law by President Julius Maada Bio, prohibits marriage for anyone under the age of 18, imposing stringent penalties
July 6, 2024

Labour Party Wins UK Election in Landslide Victory

A  historic and dramatic night for British politics, the Labour Party, led by Keir Starmer, has secured a sweeping victory in the general election, ending 14 years of Conservative rule. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak conceded defeat as results confirmed Labour’s dominance across
July 5, 2024