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Samia Reaffirms Commitment to Safeguarding Tanzania’s Sovereignty
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Samia Reaffirms Commitment to Safeguarding Tanzania’s Sovereignty

The President of the United Republic of Tanzania, Samia Suluhu Hassan, has directed the Ministry of Foreign Affairs, Ministry of Home Affairs, and the country’s security and defense forces to take swift action against individuals misusing digital platforms and technology. She also strongly condemned the growing number of foreign activists attempting to interfere in Tanzania’s...

Tourism Numbers Soar, Surpassing CCM Manifesto Target
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Tourism Numbers Soar, Surpassing CCM Manifesto Target

Tanzania’s tourism sector has recorded impressive growth, with both international and domestic tourist numbers rising significantly between 2021 and 2024. The number of international tourists increased by 132.1%, from 922,692 in 2021 to 2,141,895 in 2024. Domestic tourism saw an even more dramatic rise, growing by 307.9%, from 788,933 in 2021 to 3,218,352 in 2024....

Joe Biden Diagnosed with Advanced Prostate Cancer
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Joe Biden Diagnosed with Advanced Prostate Cancer

Former U.S. President Joe Biden, 82, has been diagnosed with metastatic prostate cancer, according to a statement from his personal office. The cancer, which has spread to the bone, was detected following additional medical tests after doctors found a prostate nodule. Medical experts have assigned the cancer a Gleason score of 9, indicating a highly...

Prof. Mohamed Janabi Elected WHO Africa Regional Director, Receives Congratulations from President Samia
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Prof. Mohamed Janabi Elected WHO Africa Regional Director, Receives Congratulations from President Samia

Tanzanian health expert Professor Mohamed Janabi has been elected as the new Regional Director for the World Health Organization (WHO) African Region, emerging victorious over four other contenders for the prestigious post. He succeeds the late Dr. Faustine Ndugulile, also from Tanzania, who passed away in November 2024 while serving in the same role. During...

Tanzania and Finland Forge a New Era of Strategic Partnership as They Mark 60 Years of Diplomatic Ties
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Tanzania and Finland Forge a New Era of Strategic Partnership as They Mark 60 Years of Diplomatic Ties

Tanzania and Finland have reaffirmed their longstanding diplomatic relationship, committing to deepen cooperation across critical sectors including environment, education, trade, tourism, the blue economy, and technology. The pledge was made during Finnish President Alexander Stubb’s three-day state visit to Tanzania, commemorating 60 years of bilateral relations. Speaking at the State House in Dar es Salaam,...

Tanzania leads EAC in Global Peace Index 2024
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Tanzania leads EAC in Global Peace Index 2024

Tanzania has emerged as the most peaceful country in the East African Community (EAC), ranking 65th globally out of 163 nations in the 2024 Global Peace Index (GPI). It is also seventh among sub-Saharan African countries. This marks a notable rise of 11 places from 2023, with Tanzania scoring 1.987 and placing in the “medium”...

Tanzania Responds to EU Parliament Resolution on Tundu Lissu, Reaffirms Commitment to Rule of Law and Reforms
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Tanzania Responds to EU Parliament Resolution on Tundu Lissu, Reaffirms Commitment to Rule of Law and Reforms

The Government of the United Republic of Tanzania has voiced its disappointment over a recent resolution passed by the European Union (EU) Parliament concerning the case of opposition figure Tundu Lissu, criticizing the move as based on one-sided information and lacking prior diplomatic engagement. In an official statement released on May 8, 2025, the Ministry...

5 Things You Should Know About Pope Leo
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5 Things You Should Know About Pope Leo

Cardinal Robert Francis Prevost – now known as Pope Leo XIV — is the first pope from the United States. The 69-year-old from Chicago is known as a leader with global experience. He spent much of his career as a missionary in South America and most recently led a powerful Vatican office for bishop appointments....

Tanzania Lifts Agricultural Import Ban on South Africa and Malawi
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Tanzania Lifts Agricultural Import Ban on South Africa and Malawi

The Ministry of Agriculture has formally announced the lifting of all restrictions previously imposed on the importation of agricultural products from South Africa and Malawi. This decision follows ongoing diplomatic and technical engagements aimed at resolving the matter. A statement issued by the Ministry indicates that the governments of Malawi and South Africa have been...

Tanzania pledges solidarity with AU for peace and security initiatives.
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Tanzania pledges solidarity with AU for peace and security initiatives.

Tanzania has taken the helm as chair of the Africa Union’s Peace and Security Council (AU-PSC), committing to collaborate with African nations to promote security and peace. In a statement released by the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation, Tanzania pledges to fulfill its leadership role during its one-month tenure, which began on...