Tanzanian Vatican Diplomat Archbishop Rugambwa Dies at 67 after Serving as Apostolic Nuncio in Five Countries

Dar es Salaam, 17 September, 2025 / 4:04 pm (ACI Africa). Archbishop Novatus Rugambwa, who served as the representative of the Holy Father in São Tomé and Príncipe, Angola, Honduras, and later New Zealand and the Pacific, has passed on at the age...

Why reserve seats for women in parliament?

Nigeria’s democracy is seen as a beacon in the West African sub-region. At least, elections are held every four years. However, it is faced with the challenge of equitable gender representation in its governance institutions. For emphasis, the...

Five family members killed in road accident in Tanzania laid to rest

Tanga. Five members of a single family who lost their lives in a road accident in Coast Region on September 13 were laid to rest in Tanga on Wednesday, September 17. Francis Kaggi, along with his three biological children and a foster child, lost...

Maize Production Trends and Seasonality in Tanzania

As the agricultural landscape continues to evolve, the focus on maize production in Tanzania reveals a complex interaction between climate, geography, and human efforts. The newly published study by Nassary and Magubika underscores significant...

Video Stub for Tanzanian safari leader’s journey leads him to Wisconsin

[bright accordion music] Angela Fitzgerald: Along Main Street in Stoughton, the town’s Norwegian heritage is on proud display. Angela Fitzgerald: But off Main, Ben’s African Mediterranean Cuisine shows that Stoughton’s global connections go even...

Tanzania nabs 34 illegal immigrants from Burundi, Rwanda

GEITA: IN a bid to strengthen national security ahead of the upcoming General Election scheduled for October 2025, the Immigration Department in Mbogwe District, Geita Region, has apprehended 34 illegal immigrants from Burundi and Rwanda. The...

Tanzania-Kenya agricultural cooperation helps to cope with climate change

NAIROBI: THE Director of Policy at the State Department of Agriculture, Ministry of Agriculture and Livestock Development in Kenya, Peter Owoko said Tanzania and Kenya continue to deepen cooperation in the agricultural sector, most notably in...

Tanzania marks World Patient Day with a strong emphasis on the safety of newborns

DODOMA: THE Benjamin Mkapa Hospital (BMH) today September 17, 2025, joined medical institutions across the globe to commemorate World Patient Safety Day (WPSD), with a strong emphasis on the safety of newborns and children. World Patient Safety...

Adult education officers urged to strengthern non-formal education

KATAVI: THE Regional Administrative Secretary of Katavi, Albert Msovela, has opened a working meeting for Adult Education Officers implementing Adult Education and Non-Formal Education programmes in the country, aimed at strengthening their...

Crissa breaks barriers, sets new era for Tanzanian swimming

Dar es Salaam. At just 14 years old, swimmer Crissa Dillip has already carved her name into Tanzanian sporting history. Fresh from winning the People’s Choice Best Player award presented by the Tanzania National Sports Council (NSC), the teenage...

500 stakeholders to discuss Tanzania’s Vision 2050 in Mbeya

Mbeya. Around 500 stakeholders from various sectors, including civil society organisations, universities, and the private sector, are expected to participate in a symposium on National Vision 2050, scheduled for tomorrow, Thursday, September 18,...

"Let’s be honest: women have been enduring for centuries" – inside the rise of female endurance athletes

At the end of a marathon, the first runners crossing the finish line are most likely going to be men. In fact, men tend to outperform women by 10-12% in regular marathons. However, research shows that in ultra-distance competitions that last...

Women in Geopolitics – Africa at the Crossroads | UNISA Radio Interview with Madelein Mkunu

In this exclusive interview, Madelein Mkunu, Founder & President of Leading Women of Africa and creator of Beyond Boundaries, reflects on the role of women in shaping Africa’s global partnerships. At the heart of the discussion lies a powerful...

Why Is the Stunting Rate Higher Among Children in Tanzania's Breadbasket Regions?

Newswise — Tanzania's "Breadbasket Regions (BBRs)" are the core of the country's food supply, contributing over 38% of Tanzania's national maize production. However, the 2018 National Nutrition Survey revealed a paradox: the five regions with the...

Tanzanian Archbishop Novatus Rugambwa Dies at 67 after Serving as Apostolic Nuncio in Five Countries

Dar es Salaam, 17 September, 2025 / 4:04 pm (ACI Africa). Archbishop Novatus Rugambwa, who served as the representative of the Holy Father in São Tomé and Príncipe, Angola, Honduras, and later New Zealand and the Pacific, has passed on at the age...

Perceived Importance vs Performance in Dental Care: Exploring Patient Satisfaction Across Age, Gender, and Purchasing Power

Introduction Customer satisfaction, regardless of the product or service being evaluated, serves as a critical indicator for assessing the effectiveness of the underlying process. Ensuring customer satisfaction is essential for the sustainability...

Tanzania urged to invest in youth for Taekwondo success

Dar es Salaam. Tanzania has been advised to build a strong youth foundation if it wants to excel internationally in Taekwondo. The call came from Dr Jun Cheol Yoon, Chairman of the World Taekwondo Referees Committee, who is in the country...

WFP warns of critical food ration cuts affecting refugees in Tanzania

DAR ES SALAAM, Sept. 17 (Xinhua) -- The World Food Program (WFP) on Tuesday raised concern over severe cuts in food rations for refugees in Tanzania, warning of severe impacts on the nutrition and well-being of vulnerable groups. According to the...

Tanzania ropes in Austrian firm to advance digital education

VIENNA: THE eee Austria Company has pledged to collaborate with the Government of Tanzania in efforts to improve and advance digital education in the country. The pledge was made by Theresa Wutz, the Authorized Signatory and Chief Project Officer...

Tanzania tables a roadmap to integrate nuclear energy into its power strategy

VIENNA: TANZANIA has told the globe that it has developed a national roadmap to integrate nuclear energy into its long-term electricity strategy. Addressing the 69th General Conference of the International Atomic Energy Agency (IAEA) on the 16th...