Tanzanian

Tanzania, a country renowned for its dramatic landscapes and rich cultural tapestry, finds itself at an intriguing economic crossroads. Despite its booming economy, propelled by ambitious infrastructure projects, the local currency—the Tanzanian shilling—has been on a downward trajectory. As investors, economists, and everyday Tanzanians watch closely, one question looms large: Will these infrastructure investments eventually translate into a stronger currency? Since January, the Tanzanian shilling has slipped by…

In a tale that seems ripped from the pages of a spy novel, Tanzanian human rights activist Maria Sarungi Tsehai recently found herself at the heart of a chilling real-life drama. On a seemingly ordinary Sunday, as the sun lazily basked Kenya’s bustling streets, Tsehai was snatched away from her afternoon stroll by anonymous gunmen. As if Nairobi needed any more action. Why was Tsehai targeted, you ask? Well, she calls it a consequence of her audacious calling out of Tanzanian authorities for suppressing their people.…

Sure, here is a rewritten version: --- Maria Sarungi Tsehai: A Bold Voice Amidst Tumultuous Times Like a phoenix rising from the ashes, prominent Tanzanian activist Maria Sarungi Tsehai has resurfaced after a harrowing ordeal that left her supporters both stunned and relieved. This fierce advocate for human rights and social justice found herself ensnared in a terrifying situation when armed individuals whisked her away in Nairobi, Kenya—a city whose bustling streets are no stranger to tales of political intrigue. The…

Africa mourns the death of the Tanzanian president Tanzanian President John Magufuli, 61, died Wednesday, triggering mourning and condolence messages from African capitals. Earlier Wednesday, in a televised statement, Tanzania's Vice President Samia Suluhu Hassan said: “With great sadness, I announce that our brave leader, President John Pombe Joseph Magufuli, passed away today at…

Officially, Tanzania's President John Maguful has died of heart problems. This was announced by the Vice President on television on Wednesday, March 17, after more than two weeks of unresolved absence from the head of state."Easily re-elected in October last year for another term with 84% of the vote, John Magufuli, 61, appeared for the last time in public on February 27 and points to World Africa, there were persistent…

John Magufuli has not appeared in public since February 27, a rare event for the one usually seen every Sunday at Mass. So since the beginning of the week, speculations about his state of health have been widespread. as reported from Nairobi, Albane ThirouardIt all started with a Kenyan diary referring to hospitalization in…

Tanzanians go to the polls on Wednesday, October 28 to elect their president, their deputies and their local councilors in a socio-political context exacerbated by the inclinations of authoritarianism of the outgoing administration. President John Magufuli's five - year period of oppression on the one hand and the chaotic control of the Covid - 19 pandemic on the other have undermined Tanzanian…