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Algeria’s Zanzibar Donation Revives Six Decades of African Solidarity

When an Algerian military aircraft touched down at Abeid Amani Karume International Airport carrying more than nine tonnes of educational equipment, it delivered far more than books, laboratory materials and classroom resources. It carried a message that has defined relations between Algeria

July 16, 2026

Education·Tanzania·World

Algeria Boosts Zanzibar Education With Over USD 600,000 In Educational Equipment

The People’s Democratic Republic of Algeria has donated nine tonnes of educational equipment valued at more than USD 600,000 to Ahmed Ben Bella Secondary School in Zanzibar. The educational equipment arrived in Zanzibar aboard an Algerian aircraft on July 13, 2026, ahead

July 16, 2026

Politics·Tanzania

CCM Set to Announce List of 2025 Parliamentary Candidates

Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) is today expected to release the official list of parliamentary candidates who will represent the ruling party in the 2025 General Election, following the completion of its internal nomination process. The announcement comes after a meeting of the

August 23, 2025

Politics·Tanzania

Zanzibar President Issues Ultimatum on Islet Development

Zanzibar’s President Hussein Mwinyi has delivered a stern warning to investors holding leases on the region’s picturesque islets. They have been given three months to begin development projects or risk having their leases revoked. This directive is part of the government’s strategy

January 9, 2025

Entertainment, Arts & Culture·Tanzania

Zanzibar Grants Temporary Exemption to Music Ban

Zanzibar has granted a much-anticipated six-day exemption to its strict ban on loud music in bars and hotels, bringing temporary relief to business owners and music lovers alike during the festive season. The exemption allows venues to play music from December 24

December 15, 2024

Business·Tanzania

Zanzibar Hosts Belgium Business Investment Conference

A spirit of collaboration and opportunity marked the Zanzibar-Belgium Business and Investment Conference, held on November 28, 2024. Bringing together entrepreneurs and investors from both regions, the event highlighted the potential for strengthening ties and tapping into Zanzibar’s wealth of resources. Hon.

November 29, 2024

Politics·World

Zanzibar Leader Urges Action for DRC Peace

The Southern African Development Community (SADC) Troika Summit on Politics, Defense, and Security Cooperation convened in Harare, Zimbabwe, on November 20, 2024, focusing on the escalating conflict in the eastern Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). Dr. Hussein Ally Mwinyi, President of Zanzibar,

November 21, 2024

Health·Tanzania

Zanzibar To Launch National Campaign for Child Protection

The National Campaign “#MtotoNiMboniYangu,” which translates to “A Child is My Treasure,” is set to launch on November 23, 2024. This initiative, led by the Ministry of Community Development, Gender, Elderly, and Children in partnership with the Ndoto Ajira Foundation, aims to

November 8, 2024

Health·Tanzania

Zanzibar Increases Funds to Combat HIV/AIDS Epidemic

Zanzibar has committed 3.4 billion Tanzanian Shillings to bolster efforts in the fight against HIV/AIDS, with a specific focus on monitoring at-risk populations, especially the youth. Harusi Said Suleiman, the state minister in the First Vice President’s Office, made the announcement during

September 21, 2024

Health·Tanzania

Zanzibar House Honors Late Representative

Members of the Zanzibar House of Representatives, led by Speaker Alhaj Zubeir Ali Maulid, participated in a solemn service to bid farewell to the late Panya Ali Abdallah, a Special Seats Representative for the Chama cha Mapinduzi (CCM) party from North Unguja.

July 28, 2024

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