PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan of Tanzania has firmly rejected criticism from several Western nations, including the US, regarding the country’s handling of domestic issues such as political violence and disappearances. During a speech in the Kilimanjaro region, Hassan defended her government’s actions, stressing that Tanzania does not need external interference …
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THE government of Tanzania has officially launched the construction of a new administrative capital, named Magufuli, with an estimated cost of $5bn. The city, located just 17 kilometres from the current capital, Dodoma, is set to become the new hub for government buildings and services, spanning over 617 hectares. …
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Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has removed long-serving Health Minister Ummy Mwalimu in a strategic cabinet reshuffle on Wednesday, signalling efforts to realign her government ahead of the upcoming general elections in 2025. The reshuffle, which is the second in less than a month, underscores President Hassan’s focus on consolidating …
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Tanzania inaugurated a 541-km modern standard gauge railway on Thursday, connecting its administrative capital Dodoma with the commercial hub Dar es Salaam. Built by Turkish company Yapi Merkezi, this railway is part of a broader initiative to improve transport infrastructure and boost trade in the region. The launch ceremony was …
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IN a strategic move to regain the trust of foreign powers and bolster her programme of economic and political reforms, Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan has dismissed two senior government officials, including the foreign minister. The announcement came late on Sunday, detailing a mini-cabinet reshuffle that saw the termination of …
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A TANZANIAN portrait artist, Shadrack Chaula, has been sentenced to two years in prison or a fine of $2,000 after being found guilty of cybercrimes. Chaula, 24, was accused of burning a photo of President Samia Suluhu Hassan and verbally insulting her in a viral video. Chaula admitted to the …
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THE IMF announced on Thursday that its executive board has approved a funding package for Tanzania amounting to $786.2 million to aid in addressing climate change. Additionally, a separate review has been completed, allowing for the disbursement of $149.4 million for budget support. Commitment to economic reforms The IMF stated …
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FORMER President of Tanzania, Ali Hassan Mwinyi, has reportedly died. Newsextra24 understands that Mwinyi, who ushered in multi-party democracy in the East African nation, passed away at the age of 98 on Thursday. Confirming the development on a state television programme, the incumbent President of Tanzania, Samia Suluhu Hassan, said: “I’m saddened to …
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The Tanzanian passenger plane that crashed on Sunday claimed 19 lives as of the time of filing this report while 24 survivors were rescued. This was confirmed by Precision Air in a statement issued shortly after the crash which had been blamed on bad weather. “Precision Air regrets …
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The Confederation of African Football (CAF) has deducted points from Nigeria, Egypt and Tanzania, all members of Group G, following the withdrawal of Chad from the ongoing qualification race for the 31st edition of the Africa Cup of Nations, Gabon 2017. Chad were due to travel to Tanzania for the …
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