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By Our Reporter, Dar es Salaam The Dar es Salaam Regional Commissioner, Hon. Albert Chalamila, has warned groups attempting to incite violence during the election period through social media platforms, emphasizing that security agencies are vigilant and ready to take firm action against anyone found instigating or planning acts of violence. He also urged the public to promptly report any signs of unrest to security authorities. Speaking at a press conference in Dar es Salaam, RC Chalamila stated that the region has more than four million registered voters and that the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has completed all the necessary preparations to facilitate smooth voting for citizens. He further noted that security organs are fully prepared to ensure safety and stability before, during, and after the election. Chalamila assured that the Government is committed to guaranteeing every citizen’s constitutional right to vote freely, without fear or disturbance, describing v...

By Our Correspondent, Dar es Salaam The NCCR-Mageuzi Party has called on the public to continue upholding national peace and unity, urging citizens to avoid engaging in acts of provocation or violence as the country heads toward the General Election scheduled for October 29, 2025. The call was made today, October 27, 2025, by the party’s Secretary General and running mate for the presidency, Dr. Evaline Wilbard Munisi, while addressing a press conference at the party’s headquarters in Dar es Salaam. “Peace and unity in any nation are more valuable than gold, diamonds, or any precious stones. Every Tanzanian has the responsibility to safeguard them at all costs, regardless of political or religious differences,” said Dr. Munisi. She added that the General Election for the United Republic of Tanzania will take place on October 29, 2025, while the Zanzibar election will be held on October 28, 2025. Dr. Munisi emphasized that this is a historic and crucial event for the nation’s futur...

 

By Our Correspondent, Dar es Salaam Political, diplomatic, and development analysts have urged young people and the public at large to use social media responsibly, patriotically, and with accountability, emphasizing the importance of thoroughly verifying the accuracy of information they receive and share — especially during this election period. The call was made in Dar es Salaam during a public forum titled “Digital Responsibility for National Peace Before, During, and After Elections”, held at the American Corner, National Museum. The event brought together communication stakeholders, youth, journalists, and political experts. Diplomatic and political analyst Abdulkarim Atik called on Tanzanian youth to be cautious and critically analyze information before sharing it online. He said this would help prevent panic, division, and the spread of malicious propaganda. > “If young people can verify the truthfulness of the information they consume, it will help them make informed decisio...

By Our Reporter, Katavi The Chairperson of the Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC), Hon. Court of Appeal Judge Jacobs Mwambegele, has inspected the construction progress of 83 out of 90 polling stations designated for residents of the former wards of Ilangu, Ipwaga, Bulamata, and Mishamo in Tanganyika District Council, Katavi Region. These wards were dissolved by the Minister responsible for Local Government in accordance with the Local Government (District Authorities) Act, Chapter 287. The inspection visit took place on October 26, 2025, in Tongwe Ward, Luhafwe Hamlet, where Judge Mwambegele was accompanied by the Katavi Regional Election Coordinator, the Returning Officer for Tanganyika Constituency, and other election officials. The purpose of the visit was to assess preparations ahead of the General Election for the President, Members of Parliament, and Councilors scheduled for October 29, 2025, across the country. Speaking at the Luhafwe Market Grounds, Judge Mwambeg...

Bukombe Parliamentary candidate under the ruling party Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM), Dr. Doto Mashaka Biteko, has expressed his heartfelt gratitude to the people of Bukombe for the honor and support they have shown him throughout the campaign period in the district. Dr. Biteko conveyed his appreciation on October 27, 2025, during the closing campaign rally held at Igulwa Grounds in Bukombe District, Geita Region. “I want to tell the people of Bukombe that you always give me a great debt in my heart without even realizing it. You give me an honor I sometimes feel I do not deserve because, as a human being, I have many shortcomings,” said Dr. Biteko. He also extended his gratitude to the mobilization youth groups and pledged to continue supporting them materially and morally. “I will do everything possible to ensure that our mobilization youth continue beyond the campaigns — they are our young people, and we must empower them. Every time we call upon you, you show up — and that gives me bot...

📌 The goal is to create a common understanding in the implementation of the National Clean Cooking Energy Strategy. 📌 The training involves 26 regions and their respective councils. The Ministry of Energy has begun providing education on Clean Cooking Energy to Clean Cooking Desk Officers at regional and council levels. The aim is to ensure a shared understanding in implementing the National Clean Cooking Energy Strategy and to enable the officers to clearly understand their responsibilities in its execution. Opening the training in Kibaha District, Pwani Region, the Representative of the Regional Administrative Secretary, Ms. Hadija Mruma, commended the Ministry of Energy for its practical efforts in promoting the use of clean cooking energy across the country. She noted that among these efforts is ensuring that education and clean cooking equipment reach regional, council, and village levels. She further stated that Pwani Region is taking various measures to ensure that citizens ad...

 

Dar es Salaam, 24th October 2025 (Afternoon): The Tanzania Meteorological Authority (TMA) continues to issue updates on the progress of the Severe Tropical Storm “CHENGE” over the Indian Ocean, in the northeastern part of Madagascar. As of this morning, “CHENGE” remained over the Ocean while moving westward toward the coast of Tanzania. The system was located over the Indian Ocean, northeast of Madagascar, approximately 1,680 kilometers east of the Mtwara coast . Analysis from weather prediction models indicates that the storm is expected to continue moving westward over the Indian Ocean while gradually weakening in intensity as it approaches the Tanzanian coast. This system is expected to contribute to slightly enhanced rainfall, strong winds, and large ocean waves between 26th and 28th October 2025 , particularly affecting areas in and around the Mtwara, Lindi, Pwani, Dar es Salaam, and Tanga regions , as well as the islands of Unguja and Pemba . The Tanzania Meteorological...

 

Dar es Salaam. Bishop Professor Rejoice Ndalima has called on all Tanzanians to uphold peace, mutual understanding, and national dialogue as the country heads toward the General Election — urging citizens to avoid conflicts that could lead to violence. Speaking to journalists in Dar es Salaam, Bishop Ndalima emphasized the importance of both sides — those in power and those fighting for their rights — coming together to discuss and find a common ground for the sake of the nation. > “We are going to the polls to elect leaders. It is important for people to listen to one another. There are those crying out because they feel hurt, and there are those in authority saying they will act firmly. But the true solution lies in dialogue and consultation, so that blood is not shed — because biblically, bloodshed brings a curse,” said Bishop Ndalima. He added that in such a sensitive period, young people should maintain discipline and use respectful language, noting that “the noise from both si...

📌 Project reaches 83% completion 📌 Dr. Mataragio inspects the project and issues directives to TANESCO 📌 TAZA to connect Rukwa Region to the National Grid 📌 To strengthen power supply in Southern Tanzania Mbeya The construction of the 400-kilovolt electricity transmission line from Iringa to Zambia through Tunduma (TAZA Project) has reached 83.45% completion and is expected to be finalized by May 2026, paving the way for a new electricity trade market in Africa. Speaking during an inspection tour of the project on October 23, 2025, at Iganjo area in Mbeya, the Deputy Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Energy, Dr. James Mataragio, said the TAZA Project is a key national initiative that will connect Tanzania with countries in the Southern Africa Power Pool (SAPP) and strengthen the integration of the East Africa Power Pool (EAPP). “I would like to thank and commend Her Excellency President Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan for allocating funds to implement major energy projects. Through th...

 

📍 Additional 70 megawatts to boost power supply in Lindi and Mtwara Regions 📍 Regional Commissioner to officially launch the plant on October 27, 2025 By Charles Kombe, Mtwara The installation of a new natural gas-powered electricity generation plant at TANESCO’s Mtwara II station has been successfully completed, and the new machine has already begun trial operations to serve residents of Tanzania’s southern regions of Mtwara and Lindi. Speaking during an inspection visit to assess the progress of the installation, TANESCO’s Acting Director of Customer Services, Ms. Irene Gowelle, said the milestone demonstrates the government’s commitment—under the Sixth Phase Administration—to strengthen reliable electricity access across the country. > “With great success, the installation of the gas-powered electricity generator at our Mtwara II station has been completed ahead of schedule. The plant is now undergoing testing to ensure its efficiency and reliability in serving our customers,” ...

By Our Correspondent,  Dar es Salaam October 23, 2025 A coalition of civil society organizations advocating for gender equality and women’s rights in Tanzania has called on women across the country to turn out in large numbers and participate in the upcoming general elections on October 29 , emphasizing the importance of women’s voices being heard through the ballot box. Speaking on behalf of the coalition, Rose Haji Mwalimu , Founder and Representative of the Tanzania Media Women’s Association ( TAMWA ), said women’s participation in politics and leadership is a key pillar for social and economic development, as women leaders often prioritize policies that improve education, healthcare, and child welfare. “We urge all women across the country to come out and vote peacefully. It is our constitutional duty to take part in this democratic process and elect leaders who will champion the interests of women, youth, and children,” said Rose Haji Mwalimu. She noted that Tanzania h...

  By Our Correspondent The Director of the Public-Private Partnership Centre (PPPC), David Kafulila, has said that four years of President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s leadership have brought remarkable economic transformation in Tanzania. Kafulila made the remarks today in Morogoro Region during an Academic Symposium on Inclusive Economy Implementation Towards the National Vision 2050, organized by PPPC in collaboration with the Muslim University of Morogoro (MUM), and attended by experts and members of the public. He said an economic assessment conducted over the past four years shows significant progress across various sectors. For instance, the irrigation sector has expanded from 540,000 hectares to one million hectares, now benefiting from irrigation projects. In the mining sector, which was previously dominated by large-scale and foreign miners, Kafulila noted that now about 2,600 small-scale miners hold licenses—raising their contribution to the mining sector’s income from 20 perce...

📌 Issued the directive after discovering that some equipment had not yet arrived 📌 Emphasizes timely completion of the project as part of implementing the 2015 National Energy Policy 📌 Geothermal resource verification at Lake Ngozi reaches 60 percent completion Mbeya The Deputy Permanent Secretary in the Ministry of Energy, Dr. James Mataragio, has directed the Tanzania Electric Supply Company (TANESCO) and its subsidiary, the Tanzania Geothermal Development Company (TGDC), to ensure that all equipment required for verifying geothermal resources at the Lake Ngozi project arrives on time so that the verification work can be completed within the scheduled period. Dr. Mataragio issued the directive on October 22, 2025, during an inspection tour of the ongoing project activities in Rungwe District, Mbeya Region. “This project must be completed on time due to its national importance. When implementing geothermal projects like this, we are also fulfilling the National Energy Policy of 201...

Dar es Salaam, October 22, 2025: The Tanzania Meteorological Authority (TMA) has issued an update on the presence and movement of Tropical Cyclone “CHENGE” over the Indian Ocean, located northeast of Madagascar Island, approximately 2,400 kilometers east of the Mtwara coast. Cyclone “CHENGE” began forming over the eastern Indian Ocean on October 17, 2025, and has continued to persist and intensify within that area. Current weather system analysis indicates that Cyclone “CHENGE” is expected to move westward across the Indian Ocean — toward the coastal zone of Tanzania — over the next four to five days (between October 26 and 27, 2025), while gradually weakening in strength. The Tanzania Meteorological Authority (TMA) continues to closely monitor the development and movement of Cyclone “CHENGE” and its potential impacts on weather systems across the country. Further updates will be issued as necessary. ADVISORY: Marine users and the general public are advised to stay updated and adhere t...

 

📍Number of Safety Cages Increases By Our Correspondent, Mara Residents of Bunda District in the Mara Region have acknowledged the government’s strong commitment under the leadership of the President of the United Republic of Tanzania, H.E. Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, through the Tanzania Wildlife Management Authority (TAWA), to resolve human-wildlife conflicts by increasing the number of safety cages — a measure that is said to have reduced risks to local communities. The remarks were made on October 22, 2025, during an inspection tour of the safety cages, which was accompanied by an awareness campaign conducted by TAWA officers to educate residents on how to avoid dangers posed by wild animals, particularly crocodiles and hippos. One of the victims of a crocodile attack, Kurwa Ryoba, a resident of Buzimbwe Village, expressed his gratitude to the government for expanding the number of safety cages, describing the move as a crucial life-saving measure. He also urged fellow villagers not t...

By Our Correspondent The presidential candidate for the ruling Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM), Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, is leading with 84.5 percent in the latest opinion poll conducted by the Centre for International Policy – Africa (CIP–Africa).  The survey indicates that she continues to enjoy strong public support ahead of the General Election scheduled for October 29, 2025. According to Thabit Mlangi, the Director of Research and Publications at CIP–Africa, the runner-up in the poll is Salum Mwalimu, the CHAUMMA presidential candidate, who garnered 3 percent of the votes. The opinion poll involved a total of 1,976 respondents, all of whom are registered voters possessing valid voter identification cards and eligible to participate in the upcoming general election. CIP–Africa has been actively involved in various electoral processes across the African continent through research, opinion polls, election observation, debates, and policy dialogues.  The center works closely with i...

Dar es Salaam. The National Examinations Council of Tanzania (NECTA) has announced that a total of 1,582,140 Standard Four pupils from 20,517 schools across the country will sit for the Standard Four National Assessment (SFNA) from **October 22 to 23, 2025. Speaking to journalists in Dar es Salaam today, NECTA’s Executive Secretary, Prof. Said Ally Mohamed , said that of the total candidates, 764,290 are boys (48.31%) , while 817,850 are girls (51.69%) . He explained that 93.27% of the pupils will take the assessment in Kiswahili , while 6.73% will do it in English , depending on the language of instruction used in their schools. In addition, 5,750 pupils with special needs have been registered, including those with low vision, blindness, hearing impairment, intellectual disabilities, and physical disabilities. Prof. Mohamed noted that this year’s assessment will be conducted for the first time under the 2014 Education Policy (2023 Edition) and the revised curriculum . Pu...

 

The Presidential Candidate for the United Republic of Tanzania under the ruling party Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM), Dr. Samia Suluhu Hassan, is set to hold campaign rallies in Dar es Salaam from October 21 to October 23, 2025, ahead of the General Election scheduled for October 29, 2025, which will involve the election of the President, Members of Parliament, and Councillors. Speaking about the visit, Dar es Salaam Regional Commissioner (RC) Albert Chalamila said Dr. Samia is expected to hold rallies at Leaders Club grounds, TANESCO grounds in Temeke, and Kinyerezi grounds. He called on residents to turn out in large numbers to listen to the candidate’s policies and development agenda. RC Chalamila assured the residents of the region that security remains stable and will continue to be maintained before, during, and after the elections. He urged citizens to actively participate in all electoral activities and come out in large numbers to vote on October 29 without fear or intimidation. Ad...

By Our Correspondent Stakeholders from the government, civil society organizations, and farmers have met in Morogoro Region to discuss the role of farmers’ seeds in the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Protocol. Opening the meeting, the Coordinator of the Tanzania Biodiversity Network (TABIO), Abdallah Mkindi, said the protocol—which Tanzania has signed—covers various sectors including agriculture. Therefore, stakeholders found it important to deliberate on the future of farmers’ seeds under this framework. He explained that statistics show that 70 percent of the seeds used in African agriculture come from farmers, hence their expectation is that these seeds will continue to be prioritized so that the protocol does not negatively affect them. “This one-day meeting brings together stakeholders from the Ministries of Agriculture, Industry and Trade, civil society organizations promoting ecological farming, farmers, and many others to discuss the AfCFTA protocol, which aims to...

 

📍 Over 500 tourists flock to taste game meat and enjoy conservation-themed entertainment By Our Correspondent, TABORA More than 500 tourists gathered today, October 18, 2025, at the Tabora Wildlife Park (Tabora Zoo) to take part in the Wildlife Barbecue Festival, organized by the Tanzania Wildlife Management Authority (TAWA) – Western Zone. The festival, aimed at promoting domestic tourism and the sustainable and legal use of wildlife resources, attracted visitors from different regions across and outside the country. It was graced by government officials including the District Commissioners of Tabora and Uyui, local residents, and international guests. Participants praised TAWA for its creativity in organizing the event, saying it offered them a chance to “taste the fruits of conservation” — a reflection of government efforts through the Ministry of Natural Resources and Tourism to ensure communities benefit legally and sustainably from wildlife resources. Throughout the day, Tabora ...

☑️ Eng. Samamba urges institutions to work efficiently to uphold the sector’s integrity ☑️ Staff encouraged to turn out and vote on October 29 for the sector’s development 📍 Dodoma The Ministry of Minerals today, October 18, 2025, participated in a Sports Bonanza held at John Merlin Secondary School grounds in Dodoma, bringing together employees from all institutions under the Ministry. The event is part of a quarterly tradition introduced by the Minister for Minerals, Hon. Anthony Mavunde, aimed at promoting unity, good health, and morale among employees to better serve the Government. Speaking during the event, the Permanent Secretary of the Ministry of Minerals, Eng. Yahya Samamba , emphasized that sports play a vital role in building unity and improving employees’ health to prevent non-communicable diseases. He noted that a healthy workforce is more productive and capable of achieving the Ministry’s and Government’s set goals. He also encouraged all employees to turn out in ...

 

The Tanzania Meteorological Authority (TMA) has released its seasonal rainfall outlook for the period between November 2025 and April 2026, indicating that most parts of the country are expected to experience below-average to average rainfall.  The outlook warns that this situation could impact various socio-economic sectors, particularly agriculture, livestock, water, energy, health, and food security. Speaking to journalists in Dar es Salaam, the Acting Director General of TMA, Dr. Ladislaus B. Chang’a, said the rains are expected to commence between the third and fourth week of October in the regions of Tabora, Katavi, and Kigoma, and gradually spread to the southern parts of the country by November 2025. The rains are forecasted to end between late April and early May 2026. Dr. Chang’a explained that this year’s rainy season will likely be characterized by prolonged dry spells and uneven rainfall distribution. However, the second half of the season (February – April 2026) ma...

The Ocean Road Cancer Institute (ORCI) has conducted a special seminar for journalists as part of the global Breast Cancer Awareness Month, commemorated every October. Opening the training, Acting Executive Director of ORCI, Dr. Crispin Kahese, emphasized that journalists play a crucial role in disseminating accurate information and raising public awareness about cancer—an effort that can help save many lives. “Cancer does not discriminate; it can affect anyone. Although breast cancer is more common among women, men can also be affected. It is therefore important for everyone to be aware and undergo early screening,” said Dr. Kahese. He noted that only five out of every 100 women come forward for breast cancer screening, a situation that increases the risk of detecting the disease at an advanced stage. He stressed the importance of regular self-examination, encouraging even couples to assist each other in identifying any unusual changes. On his part, Dr. Johnson Katanga, who facilitate...