Tanzania’s ‘Coronation’ Election: President Samia Faces Little Challenge Amid Growing Repression
As Tanzanians head to the polls on Wednesday, many observers see the election as less of a contest and more of a coronation for President […]
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Tanzanian Opposition Leaders Face Wave of Arrests Ahead of Election
Tanzania’s main opposition party, Chadema, has accused the government of orchestrating a systematic crackdown on its leadership ahead of the 29 October general election. The […]
At Least 25 Trapped as Gold Mine Collapses in Northern Tanzania
At least 25 miners remain trapped after the collapse of the Nyandolwa gold mine in Tanzania’s northwestern Shinyanga Region, President Samia Suluhu Hassan confirmed on […]
Kilimanjaro Road Tragedy Claims 38 Lives as President Samia Calls for Road Safety Vigilance
At least 38 people have died and 28 others sustained injuries in a devastating head-on collision between a passenger bus and a minibus in Tanzania’s […]
Tanzania and Mozambique Pledge Stronger Ties as Hassan Marks 50 Years of Mozambican Independence
On Wednesday, June 25, 2025, Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has reaffirmed her nation’s unwavering commitment to deepening cooperation with Mozambique in the pursuit of […]
Most Well-Known Opposition Figure in Tanzania charged with Treason and Appeared in Court
After advocating for electoral reforms prior to the general election in October 2025, Tanzania’s most well-known opposition figure appeared in court on Monday, May 19, […]
Tanzania’s Hassan nominated by ruling party as presidential candidate in October polls
Tanzania’s incumbent president Samia Suluhu Hassan has been nominated by the ruling party as its presidential candidate in the East African country’s upcoming general elections […]
Tanzania Confirms Marburg Virus Outbreak in Kagera Region
Tanzania’s President, Samia Suluhu Hassan, has confirmed on January 20 the outbreak of the Marburg virus in the north-western Kagera region, just days after the […]
Killing of opposition politician in Tanzania casts shadow over upcoming elections
Tanzania is experiencing a wave of repression that echoes the country’s darker days, with several Government critics reported missing in recent months. On September 8, […]
Tanzanian Information Minister Ousted Following Controversial Election Remarks
Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan has dismissed Information Minister Nape Nnauye following a public outcry over his remarks suggesting election rigging. Nnauye was caught on […]