The University of Dar es Salaam conferred an honorary doctorate on Mary Kamm for decades of work advancing female education across Tanzania. The philanthropist and veteran educator received recognition during the institution's graduation ceremony, where officials praised her efforts to support pregnant students before government policy changes permitted their return to classrooms. Kamm purchased property and established housing to enable these girls to continue their studies while leading government schools.
The award recipient, known as Mama Kamm, criticized institutions that admit only top academic performers and urged educators to provide opportunities for learners at all levels. She emphasized that schooling must prepare young...
Tanzania's minerals minister has participated in groundbreaking ceremonies for a medical facility in Hombolo Makulu Ward, delivering on campaign commitments from the general election. Anthony Mavunde, who represents Mtumba constituency, pledged 2,000 bricks and 100 cement bags to advance construction on Maseya Street while expressing confidence that authorities will fund completion of the dispensary.
The legislator thanked constituents for supporting President Samia Suluhu Hassan and local representatives with substantial margins, emphasizing that officials must concentrate on implementing development projects addressing community needs. Maseya Street Chairman Alexander Fwalu praised the administration for rapid electrification...
Tanzania's education minister has announced accelerated reforms to accommodate a double cohort entering secondary schools as two primary grade levels complete simultaneously due to curriculum restructuring. Professor Adolf Mkenda stated the government will upgrade facilities to enable primary institutions to host secondary classes, while some secondary schools will incorporate lower grades, ensuring students can access nearby education centers.
The minister emphasized expanding technical and vocational training through 103 specialized institutions to reduce stigma around skills-based learning and meet labor market demands. President Samia Suluhu Hassan established a separate youth ministry to address employment preparation, while...
Tanzanian President Samia Suluhu Hassan has designated Tido Mhando as her advisor on information and communication, according to a statement from the Office of the Chief Secretary. Ambassador Moses Kusiluka signed the announcement detailing the administrative changes.
Bakari Machumu will assume the role of Director of Communications at State House, succeeding Sharifa Nyanga, who received reassignment to alternative responsibilities. The president simultaneously appointed Lazaro Nyalandu to serve as ambassador.
Officials characterized the personnel adjustments as measures designed to enhance coordination of governmental communications and strengthen diplomatic operations throughout the country.
Tanzanian authorities received the remains of Joshua Mollel at Kilimanjaro International Airport after the young man died during Hamas attacks in Israel. A government delegation, including Deputy Permanent Secretary Ambassador Said Shaib Mussa and Ambassador Silima Haji Kombo, participated in the repatriation ceremony.
Mollel will be interred in the Njiro neighborhood within the Orkesumet Ward of Simanjiro District in Manyara Region. The Ministry of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation coordinated the return of his body from the Middle East.
Namibia has activated a 60-meter telecommunications tower bringing 4G connectivity to Epinga village within Omundaungilo constituency of Ohangwena region. Information and communication technology minister Emma Theofelus characterized the installation as advancing efforts to reduce digital disparities affecting rural populations, with financing provided through the universal service fund administered by the Communications Regulatory Authority of Namibia.
Local inhabitants received more than 130 Oka smartphones during the commissioning ceremony, with 100 devices sourced from the universal service fund, 20 from Mobile Telecommunications Limited, and 10 from managing director Licky Erastus. Theofelus emphasized that the combination of...
Namibia's education minister has acknowledged persistent classroom overcrowding while inaugurating an 8 million Namibian dollar infrastructure expansion at Shakela Shimbwa Primary School in the Ohangwena region. Sanet Steenkamp announced that the Directorate of Education delivered 20 classrooms and matching storage facilities across five institutions, including Mateus Nakatumbe Primary School, Ohamalila Primary School, Festus Ikanda Primary School and Ohamamaala Primary School at Epembe.
The minister outlined a five-year decongestion strategy targeting institutions enrolling beyond 1,000 students, with immediate priority assigned to schools exceeding 1,700 learners. Government plans allocate 198 million Namibian dollars for new...
A legal challenge targeting a pharmaceutical supply agreement could intensify medicine shortages plaguing government health facilities across Namibia. Sara Katiti's company, Afripharm Investments, has petitioned the High Court to nullify contracts awarded to 13 suppliers, arguing the procurement exceeded its 180-day validity period specified under public purchasing regulations. The contested arrangement covers pharmaceutical deliveries to the Ministry of Health and Social Services.
Katiti's firm originally secured a portion worth 9.5 million Namibian dollars when authorities initially distributed the contract among 14 entities, though protracted litigation delayed finalization. The Central Procurement Board of Namibia subsequently...
Young voters in northern Namibia have expressed widespread disillusionment with electoral participation, with several residents stating they attend political gatherings solely for complimentary refreshments rather than genuine political engagement. Diina Ekandjo, an unemployed 19-year-old from Outapi, indicated she plans to abstain from regional council and local authority elections, citing frustration over elected officials benefiting themselves and associates while ordinary citizens struggle. Fellow Ogongo resident Amalia Shekudja similarly questioned the value of casting ballots amid persistent unemployment.
Electoral Commission of Namibia chairperson Elsie Nghikembua noted that citizens between 18 and 35 comprise 42.9 percent of...
