A man accused of stealing four electric transformers from the National Water and Electricity Company in Brikama has been remanded to Mile 2 Central Prison. Muhamed Kuyateh appeared in court, pleading not guilty to charges of breaking into a NAWEC transformer building and stealing the equipment valued at 242,600 dalasis.
The prosecution opposed bail, arguing the accused might interfere with the investigation or flee. Officials also raised suspicions that Kuyateh was not the defendant's real name. The alleged crimes took place at the utility's facility in Jamisa within the West Coast Region.
Principal Magistrate Anna O. Mendy ordered the remand until a hearing scheduled for the first prosecution witness. The court will reconvene on a...
The International Trade Centre is working to connect Gambian hospitality businesses with dependable local producers, according to its country representative, Yusupha Keita. He stated that the initiative, which aims to strengthen local sourcing for the tourism sector, represents a significant step in transforming the country's economy. Keita explained that the B2B matchmaking event was the result of extensive preparatory work.
The event was organized by the Gambia Hotel Association in partnership with the ITC, with support from the EU-funded Youth Empowerment Project, the ROOTs Project, and the Food and Agriculture Organization. Gambia Hotel Association chairperson Marion Nyang described the gathering as an opportunity to build...
The Moshi Urban Water Authority has urged residents to report water leaks immediately, stating that delays in notification hinder prompt repairs. An official speaking for Director Albert Nangwe addressed a specific sewage leak on Kalimani Street, asserting it was not a long-standing issue and would have been resolved sooner if reported. The authority aims to address all reported complaints within a twelve-hour window.
Residents in the Boma Mbuzi Ward, however, expressed fear of waterborne diseases, claiming raw waste has flowed from a burst pipe for three months. They described a foul smell and serious environmental hazards, with contaminated water running near homes and businesses.
Local shop owner Omary Salim reported extreme...
The Tanzanian government has collected over 430.1 billion shillings in mineral revenues for the Treasury, achieving 35.85 percent of its annual target just months into the 2025/26 financial year. Ministry of Minerals Deputy Permanent Secretary Msafiri Mbibo announced the figures, confirming the full-year goal is 1.405 trillion shillings.
Speaking at a workers council meeting in Mwanza, Mbibo stated that the ministry is focused on seven priorities to strengthen the mining sector. These include enhancing revenue collection, developing strategic mineral value chains, and formalizing small-scale mining operations. Other priorities involve attracting investment in exploration and improving gemstone auction management.
Mbibo emphasized that...
During a graduation ceremony at Mzumbe University's main campus in Morogoro, Chancellor Dr. Ali Mohamed Shein stated that increasing graduate numbers reflect greater national investment in higher education and research. He highlighted the university's role in addressing social challenges, noting a record fifteen doctoral graduates, including four women, at the event. The Vice-Chancellor, Professor William Mwegoha, reported that 5,091 students graduated across the university's campuses, with 3,171 from the Morogoro location. He also mentioned the institution expanded its international partnerships, securing forty cooperation agreements.
Among the new PhD recipients was the Minister for Constitutional and Legal Affairs, Dr. Juma Homera...
Following a 1-0 victory against TMA in Arusha, Transit Camp has declared its ambition to achieve promotion to the Premier League. The win, which moved the team from 11th to 8th place in the NBC Championship League, was described by Transit Camp coach Shadrack Nsajigwa as a hard-fought result, especially after a prior 3-2 home loss to Mbeya Kwanza in Dar es Salaam.
TMA coach Habib Kondo acknowledged that errors contributed to his team's defeat on their home grounds in Monduli, confirming that his squad is working to correct these issues for future matches.
In the current league standings, Geita Gold and Kagera Sugar jointly lead with 13 points each. They are followed by Mbuni FC in third with 12 points and Kengold in fourth with 11...
A Zambian delegation led by High Commissioner Matthews Jerre has expressed admiration for the structure and regulation of Tanzania's mining sector. Following a detailed presentation, Ambassador Jerre commended the operational framework connecting small-scale and large-scale mining activities through a network of trading centers.
Officials from Zambia's state-owned ZCCM-IH, Tisa Chama and Kennedy Mwandama, praised the robust systems implemented by the Tanzanian government. They highlighted the effective use of technology in mineral markets and the inclusion of small-scale miners in formal exploration and processing activities as significant developmental achievements.
An Assistant Commissioner of Minerals, Archard Kalugendo, informed...
The Tanzanian football club Young Africans is preparing for a critical CAF Champions League group stage match against AS FAR Rabat at the Amaan Complex in Zanzibar. The team aims for a positive start to its campaign, recognizing the importance of securing a win before a subsequent challenging away game against Belouizdad of Algeria.
Authorities in Zanzibar have confirmed that comprehensive security and logistical preparations are complete for the event. The Urban West Regional Police Commander, Richard Thadei Mchomvu, stated that arrangements ensure orderly entry and exit for fans, involving thorough inspections and reinforced crowd management. He encouraged supporters to adhere to the guidelines to maintain a peaceful environment...
The Director General of the East, Central, and Southern Africa Health Community, Dr. Ntuli Kapologwe, has urged the continent to adopt a more assertive and unified approach in global health governance. Speaking at a Global Health Diplomacy Workshop in Lusaka, he stated that Africa must transition from a passive participant to a proactive architect of international health frameworks. He emphasized the need for the continent to negotiate with a single, clear voice to ensure global policies reflect its specific realities.
The workshop focused on new global health instruments, namely the Pandemic Agreement and the Revised International Health Regulations. Dr. Kapologwe described their adoption as a historic turning point for the continent...
