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CCM dismisses claims of candidate disqualification in nomination process
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CCM dismisses claims of candidate disqualification in nomination process

The ruling party Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) has refuted reports suggesting that some aspirants have been eliminated from its ongoing nomination process ahead of the 2025 General Elections. Speaking in Dodoma on July 13, CCM’s Ideology, Publicity, and Training Secretary, Amos Makalla, clarified that no candidate has been disqualified at any stage of the vetting...

Arusha Stadium Project hits milestone as government urges public engagement
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Arusha Stadium Project hits milestone as government urges public engagement

The construction of the new football stadium in Arusha Region has reached 51% completion, surpassing the targeted progress for this phase of the project, according to an official report presented during a government inspection visit. Mr. Paul Sangawe, Director of Policy and Government Coordination from the Prime Minister’s Office (Policy, Parliament, and Coordination), led the...

Tourism overtakes gold as Tanzania’s top foreign exchange earner
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Tourism overtakes gold as Tanzania’s top foreign exchange earner

Tourism has officially become Tanzania’s leading source of foreign exchange, surpassing gold for the first time in years and marking a major milestone in the country’s post-pandemic economic recovery. According to the Bank of Tanzania’s (BoT) Monthly Economic Review for June 2025, tourism revenues reached $3.92 billion in the year ending May 2025. This represents...

Dar es Salaam Port reaps benefits from private sector investment, boosting efficiency and revenue
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Dar es Salaam Port reaps benefits from private sector investment, boosting efficiency and revenue

Between July and March of the 2024/2025 financial year, the Dar es Salaam Port has continued to benefit from increased private sector investment, a move that has significantly improved its performance and productivity. The port, a vital economic gateway for Tanzania, has seen marked progress due to this public-private collaboration. According to a statement from...

President Samia named Africa’s top leader in promoting clean cooking energy
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President Samia named Africa’s top leader in promoting clean cooking energy

Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has been recognized as the top leader in Africa for promoting clean cooking energy. The honor was given by Energy and Water Ministers from eight Southern African Development Community (SADC) member states during a regional meeting in Harare, Zimbabwe, focused on enhancing cooperation in energy and water sectors and advancing...

Tanzania tops East Africa in Global Peace Index 2025
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Tanzania tops East Africa in Global Peace Index 2025

Tanzania has been ranked the most peaceful country in East Africa, according to the 2025 Global Peace Index (GPI), securing 73rd place out of 163 countries globally. Despite this achievement, the country dropped eight positions from last year’s ranking, reflecting emerging challenges in maintaining domestic stability. East Africa Peace Rankings (2025 GPI): 2. Rwanda –...

Two arrested in Geita over beating death of young man accused of theft
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Two arrested in Geita over beating death of young man accused of theft

Two individuals — Ferdinand Anthony, commonly known as Masembo, who is the Village Executive Officer of Liyobahika, and Hussein Ally, known as Madebe — have been arrested by police in Geita Region on suspicion of beating Enock Thomas Mhangwa to death after accusing him of theft. Geita police have reported that additional suspects are still...

CHAUMMA opens nominations for parliamentary and councilor seats
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CHAUMMA opens nominations for parliamentary and councilor seats

The People’s Liberation Party (CHAUMMA) has officially begun its nomination process for parliamentary and councilor positions ahead of Tanzania’s upcoming General Election, while the presidential race remains pending. Speaking in Dar es Salaam on July 1, 2025, Secretary General Salum Mwalimu announced that all eligible members—and interested citizens—can now apply to contest under the party’s...