In a notice released on Wednesday, the police said messages urging Tanzanians to join street protests on December 9 were widely shared, but those behind the push failed to bring people out.
By Rose AchiengSuluhu said that some individuals used the protests to break into police stations and attack businesses, actions she said could not be ignored.
By Bradley BosireThe president suggested that foreign forces played a role in fomenting unrest, saying Tanzania’s stability “has irritated outsiders” who sought to destabilise the nation after failing in their own territories.
By Bradley BosireThe announcement comes as the opposition and others have been calling for people to gather on Independence Day on December, 9, 2025, to demonstrate about killings that took place following last month's disputed poll.
By Samuel OtienoThe decision comes after weeks of unrest that followed the presidential election. Cities such as Dar es Salaam and Dodoma witnessed extensive damage to roads, government offices, and public utilities. Police stations and polling centres were vandalised, while businesses and traders in affected areas faced significant losses.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe Ministry of Information, Culture, Arts and Sports said the government is reviewing and verifying the contents of the documentary and promised an official response once the assessment is complete.
By Samuel OtienoIn a letter dated November 18, 2025, addressed to Commonwealth Secretary-General Shirley Botchwey, Sauti Ya Watanzania opposed Dr Lazarus Chakwera’s involvement as mediator. The group raised concerns over Chakwera’s past, citing corruption cases during his tenure as Malawi’s President, and questioned his ability to lead a fair process at this stage.
By Chrispho OwuorSamia’s daughter, Wanu Hafidh Ameir, was appointed deputy education minister, while her husband, Mohamed Mchengerwa, continues as health minister. Seven former ministers have lost their positions, highlighting the administration’s renewed focus on leadership effectiveness.
By Maureen KinyanjuiSeveral ministries under the President’s Office have been reorganized to streamline decision-making. Ridhiwani Jakaya Kikwete has been named Minister for Public Service Management and Good Governance, with Regina Ndege Qwaray serving as deputy. Kitila Mkumbo now leads the Office for Planning and Investment, supported by Pius Steven Chaya.
By Maureen KinyanjuiSuluhu remarks come just days after the UN High Commissioner for Human Rights, Volker Türk, urged Tanzanian authorities to ensure a thorough and transparent investigation into reports of killings and other serious violations during and after the October 29 elections. Opposition figures claim that hundreds may have died, though the government has not released an official death toll.
By Ann NyamburaSpeaking on Tuesday, Manyora said that detaining Lissu served no legal purpose and instead harmed the credibility of the political system.
By Maureen KinyanjuiSpeaking to Radio Generation, Manyora said the country must embark on national healing and reconciliation to address the problems that have shaken the nation.
By Maureen KinyanjuiTheir concerns were triggered by a letter allegedly issued on October 27, 2025, congratulating Cameroon’s long-serving President Paul Biya following his re-election in a disputed poll held on October 12.
By Maureen KinyanjuiFollowing the unrest, the internet was cut nationwide and most shops in Dar es Salaam closed amid acute shortages of basic essentials and soaring prices. Schools shut and public transport came to a halt.
By Samuel OtienoThe opposition outfit called on the international community not to recognize Suluhu as the leader of Tanzania, claiming she lacks legitimacy.
By Samuel OtienoThe result cements Suluhu’s position at the helm of the East African nation, extending her leadership following her succession of the late John Magufuli in 2021.
By Maureen KinyanjuiThe United Nations Human Rights Office (OHCHR) confirmed reports of at least ten fatalities in Dar es Salaam, Shinyanga, and Morogoro. OHCHR spokesperson Seif Magango called on security forces to “refrain from using unnecessary or disproportionate force, including lethal weapons, against protesters, and to make every effort to de-escalate tensions.”
By Rose AchiengThe announcement came after a tense polling day marked by street demonstrations, chaos, and clashes in several regions across the country. Security officials confirmed that the curfew aims to restore calm amid reports of ongoing unrest.
By Samuel OtienoThe elections, which began early this morning, have seen a relatively low turnout, as many of the leading challengers to President Samia Suluhu were either imprisoned or barred from running. Suluhu, who assumed office in 2021 following the sudden death of President John Magufuli, faces a critical test in her bid for a full term.
By Maureen KinyanjuiAccording to the announcement, the President used her authority under the Public Holidays Act to set the date as a non-working day, giving both public and private sector employees time to cast their ballots.
By Rose AchiengOn Wednesday, John Heche, deputy chairperson of opposition party Chadema, became the latest member of his party to be arrested after officers detained him outside the High Court in economic capital Dar es Salaam.
By Samuel OtienoSince taking office in 2021 following the sudden death of John Magufuli, President Suluhu has positioned herself as a reformist leader.
By Chrispho OwuorMpina's disqualification came on the eve of the official campaign period, which begins Thursday, August 28, and deepens concerns over the narrowing space for opposition politics in the country.
By Rose AchiengGeita MP Joseph Musukuma accused Kenyans of overstepping and disrespecting Tanzanian sovereignty.
By Maureen Kinyanjui