Police FC secured a dramatic 2–1 win over UPDF FC at the Bombo Military Barracks, thanks to a last-minute goal from substitute Derrick Maviiri. Police had taken the lead in the 65th minute when Deus Bukenya capitalized on a rebound after UPDF goalkeeper Abdul Kimera failed to hold a header from Daniel Jakony. However, UPDF equalized in the 88th minute through Rashid Faridi, who lobbed Police keeper Edward Kasibante. But Maviiri quickly put Police back in front, racing onto a through ball and scoring into an empty net after a defensive error from Bernard Muwanga. The win propelled Police to second place on the table, tied with KCCA FC on 11 points.
Meanwhile, SC Villa continued their strong form with a 1–0 victory over Kitara FC at...
President Yoweri Museveni has assured the people of Bulambuli District that the government will provide a permanent and dignified resettlement for victims of the recent landslides. During a campaign event in Bulambuli, Museveni outlined plans to resettle families on 2,000 acres of land, offering two acres per family along with 10 million shillings each. The government is also allocating 50 billion shillings to purchase additional land to aid further resettlement.
This initiative is part of a broader program aimed at relocating people from high-risk areas in the Mt. Elgon region, a strategy that follows the 2010 Nametsi landslide disaster. The government’s approach, backed by scientific research, focuses on moving residents away from...
The African Union Election Observation Mission determined that Tanzania's October 29, 2025, general elections failed to satisfy democratic standards. Its preliminary report called for immediate constitutional and political reforms after observers documented widespread irregularities.
Observers led by former Botswana President Mokgweetsi Masisi reported a repressive atmosphere before voting. This included barring opposition candidates like Chadema's Tundu Lissu and ACT-Wazalendo's Luhaga Mpina. Election day problems involved illegal ballot insertion, voting without identity verification, and removing monitors from stations. A national internet shutdown occurred during the polls. Subsequent protests led to lethal security force actions...
Tanzanians have been urged to intensify efforts in tree planting as a vital strategy for mitigating climate change, restoring degraded landscapes, and bolstering national food security. Environmental experts have expressed concern over the rapid loss of forest cover due to deforestation, charcoal production, and the expansion of human settlements.
This call was made by Martha Olotu, Resident Manager of Vi Agroforestry, during a recent briefing in Dar es Salaam about the upcoming agroforestry exhibition in Musoma, Mara Region, scheduled for November 13–15, 2025. Olotu emphasized that tree planting should become a collective national responsibility, requiring coordinated efforts from communities, the private sector, civil society, and...
Zanzibar's President and Chairman of the Revolutionary Council, Dr. Hussein Ali Mwinyi, has urged citizens to persist in praying for peace to ensure the successful implementation of the nation's development plans. Speaking to Muslim worshippers at Malindi Mosque in the Urban West Region on November 7, 2025, during Friday prayers, President Mwinyi highlighted the significance of peace and unity for the country's progress.
Reflecting on the peaceful conclusion of the General Election, Dr. Mwinyi emphasized the importance of expressing gratitude to God and continuing prayers for the nation’s stability. He encouraged the public to maintain the momentum of peace prayers initiated during the election period, calling for even greater...
Albert Chalamila, the Regional Commissioner for Dar es Salaam, led a crucial meeting today with fuel industry stakeholders to address concerns about fuel security and marketing strategies. The session, organized by the Energy Regulatory Authority (EWURA), focused on ensuring the safety of fuel stations following recent incidents of vandalism and arson carried out by groups targeting the sector. These attacks caused significant losses for fuel traders.
During the discussion, Chalamila expressed his regret for the challenges faced by fuel station operators and reassured them of the government's continued support. He highlighted the importance of coordinated efforts to secure fuel distribution, acknowledging that certain sectors, like...
Ahead of the 30th Conference of the Parties to the United Nations Framework Convention on Climate Change (COP30) in Brazil from November 10 to 21, 2025, African stakeholders are urging a significant increase in climate finance. They are calling for a tripling of current commitments by 2030 and emphasize that financing and clean technology transfers should be made binding under the UN climate process, rather than relying on voluntary actions.
Mohamed Adow, Director of Power Shift Africa, stated that the world needs more than promises; it requires concrete proof of multilateral climate cooperation. He stressed that Africa, which has contributed to shaping global climate governance, deserves recognition for its vulnerability and for its...
The Southern African Development Community (SADC) convened for an emergency meeting in Dodoma, Tanzania, to address pressing issues that demand swift action. Tanzania’s Deputy Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Foreign Affairs and East African Cooperation, Ambassador Said Shaib Mussa, represented the country at the meeting, which brought together the Council of Ministers.
Chairing the session, South Africa’s Minister of International Relations and Cooperation, Ronald Lamola, emphasized that the meeting reflected SADC member states' ongoing commitment to collective decision-making on urgent matters. The agenda covered several key topics, including preparations for a virtual Emergency Summit of Heads of State and Government scheduled...
The government, through the Tanzania Airports Authority (TAA), is advancing a significant project aimed at rehabilitating and expanding Iringa Airport. This initiative is part of broader efforts to enhance the country's air transport services with an emphasis on safety, efficiency, and international standards. The project, with a budget exceeding 63 billion Tanzanian shillings, is nearly complete, having reached 97 percent of its planned development.
Key upgrades, including runway improvements and infrastructure enhancements, have been completed. The construction of a new permanent passenger terminal is also progressing smoothly. Once completed, the expanded airport will boost its capacity to accommodate more aircraft and passengers...
Trending content
-
-
Q
-
-
