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Politics and religion must move together for national unity, says Dar RC Chalamila
Dar es Salaam. Politics and religion are two aspects of society that should move in tandem, despite the prevailing perception that they ought to remain separate, Dar es Salaam Regional Commissioner Albert Chalamila has said. Mr Chalamila made the...

Shoulder to shoulder with Tanzanian schoolgirls
At the heart of Abbotsleigh’s connection with Bunda Girls Secondary School in Tanzania, through Anglican Aid, is Helen Hoskins, an Abbotsleigh alumni who went on to become a missionary and founder of the school. Their partnership initiative is...

Women's AFCON - Ranking all 12 teams... And number 1 may surprise you
The 15th edition of the Women's Africa Cup of Nations, which takes place in Morocco from July 5-26, brings together the continent's premier sides as 12 teams vie for Africa's top prize. From defending champions South Africa to the most successful...

Tanzania rolls out mandatory travel insurance for foreign nationals
Dar es Salaam. The Government of Tanzania has announced the upcoming launch of mandatory travel insurance for all foreign nationals entering Mainland Tanzania. The initiative, introduced under the Insurance Act (Chapter 394), will require incoming...
Tanzania, Korea pledge stronger cooperation
DAR ES SALAAM: TANZANIA and Korea have pledged to deepen their bilateral cooperation in infrastructure development, with a focus on fostering inclusive growth, enhancing economic competitiveness and promoting sustainable development. They...

Two women died on safari last week — are these trips becoming more dangerous?
Last week two sisters, 68-year-old Easton Taylor from the UK and 67-year-old Alison Taylor from New Zealand, were killed by an elephant while on a walking safari in Zambia. The deaths of the women serve as a reminder that, despite the skill of...

Exports from Kenya to Rwanda overtake Tanzania as regional trade heats up
In an exciting development for East African economic dynamics, Kenya has overtaken Tanzania as Rwanda's leading partner in regional trade. This shift underscores the evolving bilateral relations between Kenya and Rwanda, two pivotal economies in...

Barrick: Twiga partnership remains key to Tanzania’s growth
Five years after its formation, the Twiga partnership between Barrick Mining Corporation and the government of Tanzania continues to deliver shared value and operational excellence. Since Barrick took operational control in 2019, it has injected...

Spectrum and Correlates of Dyslipidemia in People Living with HIV on Dolutegravir-Based Regimen Attending Kabutare Hospital, Southern Rwanda: A Cross-Sectional Study
Introduction Dyslipidemia, characterized by abnormal lipid profiles, is a significant risk factor for cardiovascular disease (CVD) and is commonly observed in people living with human immunodeficiency virus (PLWH).1,2 The interaction between human...
Tanzanians urged to observe diligence during the General Elections
DAR ES SALAAM: THE Commissioner for Commission for Human Rights and Good Governance (CHRAGG), Mr Nyanda Shuli, has underscored the importance of Tanzanian citizens to be given education on corruption and its consequences so as to allow them use...

2024 WAFCON: Mali edge Tanzania in tight Group C duel
08 july 2025 - 05:36:37 MA 96 Views Panafrican News Agency Berkane, Morocco (PANA) - Mali secured a narrow 1-0 victory over Tanzania in a tightly contested Group C TotalEnergies CAF Women’s Africa Cup of Nations Morocco 2024 clash in Berkane on...

213 illegal immigrants detained in Lusaka crackdown
NATION REPORTER A MAJOR joint security operation conducted on July 4, 2025 by the Department of Immigration and other law enforcement agencies in Lusaka has resulted in the arrest of 255 suspected illegal immigrants, with 213 still in detention...

Global education is in crisis: Human Rights Watch
08 july 2025 - 12:27:51 MA/AR 202 Views Panafrican News Agency Dar es Salaam, Tanzania (PANA) – With nearly 200 million children and youth missing out on secondary school worldwide while another 72 million kids who should be in primary school are...

Women's AFCON 2024: A fiery 13th edition in Morocco
The 13th edition of the TotalEnergies CAF Women's Africa Cup of Nations (WAFCON), which starts on 5 July in Morocco, promises to be one of the most spectacular in history. At home, the Atlas Lionesses are dreaming of revenge, two years after a...
Religious bodies hailed for driving growth
DODOMA: THE government has commended religious institutions for their significant contributions to the country’s social and economic development, acknowledging their profound impact on education, health, and humanitarian services both locally and...

(Hello Africa) How Kiswahili is building a cultural bridge between China, Tanzania
Interest in Kiswahili among Chinese nationals is steadily rising. It represents a growing movement of cultural curiosity, mutual respect, and educational exchange between China and Tanzania. DAR ES SALAAM, July 8 (Xinhua) -- On a quiet morning,...

WAFCON 2024: Mali edge Tanzania to boost hopes as pressure mounts on Black Queens
Mali claimed a vital 1-0 win over Tanzania in their opening Group C fixture at the 2024 Women’s Africa Cup of Nations, a result that has significant implications for Ghana’s Black Queens. Saratou Traoré scored the only goal of the match in...
Cape Town mourns the passing of former mayor and activist Theresa Solomon
The City of Cape Town has paid tribute to former Mayor Theresa Mary Solomon, who passed away on 7 July 2025, honouring her as a dedicated activist, compassionate leader, and pioneering figure in the city’s history. Cape Town Mayor Geordin...

How Tanzania’s aspiring female scientists are regaining lost hope
Dar es Salaam. For Rozalia Peter, 24, the dream of becoming a mechanical engineer started early. A brilliant student from Lindi, she pursued the Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM) combination at Lucas Maria Mkonai Secondary School, hoping...

Tanzania’s Prime Minister steps down ahead of elections
Tanzania’s Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa has announced he will not seek re-election in October’s parliamentary polls, ending his chances of being re-appointed to the role. Majaliwa, 64, had earlier said he would defend his seat for a fourth term...