Island close to eliminating killer disease on World Malaria Day Zanzibar, off the coast of Tanzania, has drastically reduced malaria cases in the past decade thanks to multiple interventions. They include public education, insecticide spraying, and treated bed nets that have helped prevent the deaths of pregnant women and children under the age of 5....
Boris Johnson says Russia could win the War in Ukraine, but there is one mistake.
Boris Johnson has conceded a “realistic possibility” that Russia could win the war in Ukraine. He also acknowledged suggestions that the war could last until 2023. The Russian president will “not be able to conquer the spirit of the Ukrainian people,” Johnson added. UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson has said there is a “realistic...
ATCL confirms dropping of passengers to Chato
Tanzania Airlines (ATCL) has denied reports circulating on social media that it has suspended Chato’s trip in Geita region, saying the route is still available twice a week. Speaking to the local media, ATCL spokesperson Josephat Kagirwa said the trips since they started in January 2021 have never been cancelled. “The trip between Geita and...
Simiyu: Three captured for Gold smuggling
Simiyu region police force has reported holding three people in custody for smuggling 14.4 grams of gold. Mr Aman Msuya, the minerals official, has confirmed that incidence today, April 19, 2022. Mr Msuy attested that the apprehension of the three culprits was successful after vigorous police inspection following intelligence information they had received that there...
Press Release: The Zanzibar’s Police Press Release on Zainab’s tragic night at Warere Hotel.
The report was released on April 18, 2022. Zainab arrived at Nungwi Police around 2 am to report the tragic incident she encountered that night, lodging in Room 3 at Warere Hotel. Two male suspects were all arrested for questioning. The suspects, allegedly for an attempt to rape and steal USD 1,100, belonged to Ms...
LATRA made a statement on Up-country bus & Daladala fares
Following the consistent soaring of the oil prices in the last few months, the transportation stakeholders have recommended new fares that cope with the situation. LATRA had rejected their proposal to increase transportation fares, insisting on continuing the current fare. LATRA’s acting deputy, Mr Ngowi, gave reasons for LATRA’s rejection to increase transportation fares, saying...
Dar and Bagamoyo expect 25% water shortage from today, announces DAWASA
The Dar es Salaam Water and Sanitation Authority (DAWASA) has stated that there will be water shortages in some parts of Dar es Salaam and Bagamoyo. A statement issued by Dawasco stated that the deficit, which will start today, Thursday, April 14, 2022, until tomorrow is due to mudslides in the water filter at the...
“They are planning to kill me”, claims Makonda
The former Dar es Salaam regional commissioner, Mr Paul Makonda, has posted through his Instagram page that he is suspicious of five groups planning to Kill him. Makonda claimed those groups to be; Drug dealers Drug beneficiaries Gays There are those spending nights hunting to kill me for revenge because of Dr Magufuli and, Those who have...