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🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

Match-fixing: Eagles keeper Obasogie suspended for three months

Super Eagles reserve goalkeeper Amas Obasogie has been suspended for three months due to allegations of match-fixing by his club, Singida Black Stars, as they undergo an investigation.

Feb 28 • 03:49 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Burundi: Scores of Burundians repatriated from Tanzania

A group of Burundians has returned to their country from Tanzania as part of a repatriation initiative by the Tanzanian government.

Feb 27 • 15:54 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Tanzania Raises Alarm Over a Surge in Cases of Severe Respiratory Illnesses

Tanzania's Ministry of Health has issued a warning about the recent rise in cases of severe respiratory illnesses, including influenza and COVID-19, urging the public to follow preventive measures.

Feb 26 • 05:05 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Tanzania: Concerns Raised About 'Coercive' Repatriation of Burundian Refugees From Tanzania

There are significant concerns regarding the coercive repatriation of Burundian refugees from Tanzania, many of whom fear political persecution upon returning home.

Feb 25 • 09:26 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Kenya: Amnesty Kenya, LSK Demand Probe Into Attempted Abduction of Tanzanian Activist

Amnesty International Kenya and the Law Society of Kenya are calling for a thorough investigation into the attempted abduction of Tanzanian human rights activist Mshabaha Hamza.

Feb 24 • 09:52 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Tanzania: Judiciary Unlocks 13.1tri/-

Tanzania's judiciary has successfully resolved 93% of economic cases, recovering 13.1 trillion Tanzanian shillings and enhancing public confidence in the legal system.

Feb 24 • 08:07 UTC
🇱🇻 LSM
National & Local

The Journey of Latvian Dace to Tanzania Transformed into a New Life and Business in This African Country

Latvian Dace's journey to Tanzania led her to a new life and a successful travel business in the country.

Feb 21 • 04:28 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Tanzania: Tanzania Bans Public Servants From Using Personal Airmail for Office Communications

Tanzania has prohibited public servants from using personal email accounts for official communications, emphasizing the importance of government email systems.

Feb 20 • 05:10 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Tanzania: Maternal Deaths Drop in Zanzibar, Government Says

Zanzibar has reported a decline in maternal and newborn deaths, though the government emphasizes that further improvements are necessary.

Feb 19 • 10:51 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Somalia: Somalia, Tanzania Sign Migration Cooperation Agreement

Somalia and Tanzania have signed a memorandum of understanding aimed at enhancing migration management cooperation and institutional coordination between the two countries.

Feb 16 • 14:17 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: AU Declares Samia Suluhu Hassan Champion

The African Union has appointed President Samia Suluhu Hassan as its Champion for reproductive, maternal, and child health, acknowledging Tanzania's health reforms.

Feb 16 • 10:33 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

Ziyech leads Wydad Casablanca to the quarter-finals of the African Confederation Cup and group leadership

Wydad Casablanca advanced to the quarter-finals of the African Confederation Cup with a 2-0 victory over Tanzania's Azam, securing first place in their group.

Feb 15 • 14:35 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Roar like an African lion

A recent study shows lions and lionesses in Tanzania's Nyerere National Park have distinct roars, differing from the iconic roar of the MGM lion.

Feb 14 • 23:07 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

CAF: African Cup of Nations may increase to 28 teams

CAF President Patrice Motsepe announced plans for the African Cup of Nations to potentially expand to 28 teams and confirmed the tournament's future schedule every four years.

Feb 13 • 15:28 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

Reports suggest the potential postponement of the Africa Cup of Nations 2027

Reports indicate that there may be a postponement of the Africa Cup of Nations scheduled for 2027 to 2028 due to concerns about the readiness and security conditions in the host countries.

Feb 13 • 07:30 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

East Africa: Tanzania Tops Region in Cybersecurity Standards

Tanzania has been recognized as the leader in East Africa for online safety management, ranking among the top 45 nations globally in cybersecurity standards according to the Global Cybersecurity Index released by the ITU.

Feb 12 • 10:58 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Tanzania: Jamhuri Stadium Set for 5,500-Seat Upgrade

The CCM Jamhuri Stadium in Dodoma, Tanzania, will undergo a significant upgrade with the installation of 5,500 seats to improve event management and spectator comfort.

Feb 12 • 10:56 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Tanzania: MPs Raise Concerns Over Pension Delays

Tanzanian MPs express concerns over delays in processing pensions for elderly citizens due to lack of documentation.

Feb 12 • 10:45 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: Tanzania Emerges as Africa's Certified Coffee Leader

Tanzania has secured its position as Africa's top producer of certified coffee, achieving a global ranking fourth overall.

Feb 12 • 10:45 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

East Africa: Have Election Crackdowns Become the Norm? Domestic and Cross-Border Repression in East Africa

The article discusses the normalization of election repression in East Africa, highlighting human rights abuses in Uganda and Tanzania and the escalating political violence in Kenya ahead of upcoming elections.

Feb 12 • 04:36 UTC
🇳🇬 Punch
National & Local

CAF begins stadium inspection ahead of AFCON 2027

The Confederation of African Football is inspecting facilities in Tanzania, Uganda, and Kenya in preparation for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations.

Feb 12 • 03:44 UTC
🇱🇻 TVNET
National & Local

Cellist Valters Pūce 'proposed' to his girlfriend Alise Broka in the jungles of Africa

Valters Pūce jokingly proposed to his girlfriend Alise Broka while on a trip to Tanzania, but it was all in good fun as part of a local tradition.

Feb 11 • 22:00 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Africa: Remarks By President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan of Tanzania at the Launch of the Global Africa Investment Summit

President Samia Suluhu Hassan of Tanzania delivered remarks at the launch of the Global Africa Investment Summit in Dubai, emphasizing Africa's development potential and the importance of global partnerships.

Feb 11 • 19:17 UTC
🇷🇺 RT
World

Russia and Tanzania advance trade ties

Russia and Tanzania enhance their trade relations through high-level talks focusing on economic cooperation.

Feb 11 • 10:07 UTC
🇫🇷 Le Figaro
World

"Mom, are we going to die?": captured and held in Tanzania with their children, a couple from Gironde recounts their nightmare

A couple from Gironde, France, shares their harrowing experience of being captured and held hostage in Tanzania while traveling around the world with their children.

Feb 11 • 06:03 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
National & Local

Tanzania: barely resumed, the trial of opponent Tundu Lissu is immediately postponed

The trial of Tanzanian opposition leader Tundu Lissu, initially resumed this week, has been postponed to February 11 due to unresolved issues regarding witness anonymity.

Feb 9 • 22:28 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Russia and Tanzania deepen strategic ties in high-level Moscow talks

Tanzanian Foreign Minister Mahmoud Thabit Kombo met with Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov in Moscow to discuss enhancing bilateral relations.

Feb 9 • 20:01 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Tanzania opposition arrests raise rights concerns ahead of October election

The arrest of opposition leader John Heche in Tanzania has raised serious rights concerns and accusations of political repression ahead of the upcoming elections.

Feb 9 • 16:05 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

East Africa: Tanzania Reopens Regional Trade Hub

Tanzania has officially reopened the Kariakoo Main Market, highlighting its importance as a regional trade hub with a focus on service quality and transparency.

Feb 9 • 10:30 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Tanzania: Over 81,000 Children to Benefit From Worm, Schistosomiasis Treatment in Ukerewe

A preventive treatment campaign addressing intestinal worms and schistosomiasis is set to benefit over 81,000 children in Ukerewe District, Tanzania.

Feb 9 • 09:56 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Dar es Salaam's landmark Kariakoo market set to reopen four years after fire

Dar es Salaam's famed Kariakoo market is set to reopen after four years of reconstruction following a devastating fire, with efforts to meet international standards for products sold.

Feb 9 • 08:59 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Uganda and Tanzanian leaders hold bilateral talks

Uganda and Tanzania's leaders held discussions to enhance cooperation on trade and infrastructure without compromising regional peace.

Feb 8 • 10:27 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
National & Local

Tanzania and Uganda Prepare to Start Exporting Crude Oil to International Markets

Tanzania and Uganda are set to begin exporting crude oil internationally starting in July, a move aimed at enhancing bilateral economic cooperation and launching broader energy and infrastructure projects.

Feb 8 • 07:02 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Tanzania: How Corruption Undermines Kenya's Economy

A recent report by the Ethics and Anti-Corruption Commission highlights that corruption in Kenya continues to impede economic development, costing the country approximately 1.5 billion US dollars annually.

Feb 6 • 11:48 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
Crime & Justice

Africa: Fatwas, Faith and Fallacies - Myth-Busting Female Genital Mutilation in Africa

The article discusses the experiences of Olivia Albert and the changing perceptions of female genital mutilation (FGM) in African communities, particularly in Tanzania, where efforts are being made to challenge this harmful practice.

Feb 6 • 08:18 UTC
🇫🇮 Iltalehti
National & Local

Airport chaos at the favorite destination of Finns – Passengers furious

Technical issues with passport scanners at Tenerife's southern airport resulted in long queues and frustrated travelers this week.

Feb 6 • 04:54 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
World

Tanzania: Why Tanzania's Mass Repatriation of Burundi Refugees Must Be Stopped

The Tanzanian government is intensifying efforts to repatriate approximately 142,000 Burundian refugees, raising concerns about their safety due to potential poverty, persecution, and violence in Burundi.

Feb 5 • 04:42 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
World

Jerusalemites Raise the Palestinian Flag at the Peak of 'Uhuru' in Tanzania

A group of Palestinian adventurers successfully raised the Palestinian flag at Uhuru Peak, the highest point of Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania, after a six-day expedition.

Feb 4 • 07:59 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Tanzania: Tanzania Deploys a Mix of Technologies to Protect Communities Against Wildlife

The Tanzanian government is implementing various technologies, including electric fencing, to protect communities near national parks from dangerous wildlife, especially elephants.

Feb 2 • 15:05 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Tanzania: Health Minister Launches New Scan Machine for Cancer Screening At the Orci

The Health Minister of Tanzania, Mohamed Mchengerwa, inaugurated a new PET scan machine at the Ocean Road Cancer Institute in Dar es Salaam, aimed at enhancing cancer screening and reducing medical costs for citizens.

Feb 2 • 15:05 UTC
🌍 AllAfrica
National & Local

Tanzania: Tanzanian Judiciary Pledges to Take Decisive Measures to Quicken Justice Delivery

The Chief Justice of Tanzania has announced initiatives to expedite justice delivery in courts and address integrity issues among stakeholders.

Feb 2 • 14:25 UTC
🌍 RFI Afrique (FR)
World

Post-Electoral Violence in Tanzania: 'I never imagined that someone from my family would die'

Three months after the violent crackdown on protests against a fraudulent election in Tanzania, testimonies are emerging about the government's brutal response that led to numerous deaths.

Feb 1 • 23:02 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Tanzania eyes East Africa’s pharmaceutical hub crown

Tanzania is initiating a program to enhance its pharmaceutical industry in order to decrease reliance on imported medicines and establish itself as a manufacturing hub for East Africa.

Jan 30 • 09:27 UTC
🌍 Africanews
National & Local

Tanzania President Expresses Regret Over Election-Day Internet Shutdown

Tanzania's President Samia Suluhu Hassan publicly expressed regret for the internet shutdown during the country's disputed October elections, acknowledging the ensuing disruption and violence.

Jan 16 • 10:32 UTC
🌍 Africanews
World

Uganda’s election internet blackout meets Tanzania’s warning

Uganda's election on January 15 saw a significant internet blackout, raising concerns about transparency while the government claimed it was to curb misinformation.

Jan 16 • 09:47 UTC
🇶🇦 Al Jazeera
Sports

CAF announces details of the qualifying draw for the Africa Cup 2027

The African Football Confederation (CAF) announced the qualification draw system for the upcoming Africa Cup of Nations 2027, to be held in Kenya, Uganda, and Tanzania.

Jan 12 • 15:25 UTC
🇪🇸 El País
World

Gado, Tanzanian cartoonist: "There are drawings I did in the past that today the media wouldn't dare to publish"

Tanzanian cartoonist Gado warns of a decline in freedom of expression in East African countries and emphasizes the role of satirical art in challenging dictators and authoritarian leaders.

Jan 12 • 15:00 UTC
🇩🇪 taz
World

Increasing Repression in East Africa: "These are dark times, but we will win"

Human rights lawyer Martha Karua warns that political freedoms are dwindling in Kenya, Tanzania, and Uganda, with Uganda's upcoming elections serving as a critical test.

Jan 11 • 12:36 UTC
🇨🇳 South China Morning Post
World

China urges Tanzania to back multilateralism, vows to ‘always stand together’ with Africa

China's top diplomat Wang Yi has called on Tanzania to support multilateralism, promising ongoing cooperation and solidarity with Africa during his tour.

Jan 11 • 11:00 UTC
🌍 Africanews
World

China warns against foreign interference in wake of Tanzania's contested election

China's top diplomat Wang Yi cautioned against foreign interference in Tanzania following its disputed elections, expressing confidence in the country's leadership and electoral process.

Jan 11 • 08:20 UTC

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