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Kenyan activist Mwabili Mwagodi reported missing in Tanzania
The Standard
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A Kenyan activist, Mwabili Mwagodi, popularly known on X as TL elder, has been reported missing in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania. According to a message shared by his sister, Mwagodi went missing on the night of Wednesday, July 23, in Dar es Salaam,...
Tanzania charts path toward a resilient and competitive economy with Vision 2050
The Citizen
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Dodoma. Tanzania is laying the foundation for a resilient, inclusive and globally competitive economy as part of its long-term development blueprint, Vision 2050, which aims to transform the country into a high-income, industrialised nation within...
Kenyan Activist Reportedly Abducted in Tanzania
Kenyans.co.ke
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July 25, 2025
Another Kenyan activist has reportedly been abducted in Tanzania, barely weeks after six other Kenyan activists, including Boniface Mwangi, were detained in the same country. While confirming the incident on Friday morning, Vocal Africa Chief...
What is chikungunya? Symptoms and travel advice as cases rise in France
The Independent (U.S.)
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July 25, 2025
Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...
In-depth Interview: 'Local tourism on great rebound'
Zimbabwe Independent
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Mangaliso Ndhlovu ZIMBABWE'S tourism sector suffered a setback due to the outbreak of the Covid-19 pandemic which crippled operations of the country’s major businesses. This week, our business reporter, Freeman Makopa (FM), spoke to Environment,...
Tanzania’s Arusha Airport targets passenger boom ahead of AFCON 2027
The Citizen
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Arusha. Authorities are implementing major upgrades at Arusha Airport to double its passenger capacity and position the facility as a key gateway for the Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) 2027, which Tanzania will co-host with Kenya and Uganda. To...
Kenya ramps up tourism push as wildebeest migration begins
The Malaysian Star
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July 24, 2025
NAROK, Kenya, July 24 (Xinhua) -- Kenyan President William Ruto said on Thursday that the government will intensify a campaign to boost tourist numbers in the country. Ruto, who opened the 2025 Great Wildebeest Migration global livestreaming at...
Deadly Mosquito-Borne Chikungunya Virus Shows Up in U.S. Travelers—How to Stay Safe
Best Life - New York
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July 24, 2025
As a walking mosquito magnet, you won’t find me leaving the house without bug spray. (I swear a giant “Bite Me” sign follows me wherever I go.) Mosquito bites are uncomfortable, super itchy, and just plain ugly. This is also why I always carry...
China chikungunya cases rising, higher alert mulled
Taipei Times
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August 4, 2025
As more than 7,000 cases of chikungunya fever have been reported in China’s Guangdong Province this year, including 2,892 new cases last week, the Centers for Disease Control (CDC) yesterday said it is monitoring the situation and considering...
Sea cucumbers, smart moves spark Tanzania’s Ocean revolution
Daily News Tanzania
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July 24, 2025
Who knew sea cucumbers and seaweed could pay the bills? Thanks to a transformative initiative known as the Bahari Mali Project, where over 400 Tanzanians in Tanga and Pemba have found themselves not just knee-deep in marine life, but knee-deep in...
Tanzania’s Flamingos among World’s most sought-after wildlife experiences
The Citizen
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Dar es Salaam. Tanzania’s shimmering flocks of flamingos at Lake Natron have captured global imagination, ranking among the top 10 most searched-for wildlife experiences in the world in 2025, according to new data released ahead of World Nature...
Tanzanians welcome plan with blend of optimism
Daily News Tanzania
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July 18, 2025
DODOMA: TANZANIANS from all walks of life have welcomed the officially launched Vision 2050 blueprint with a blend of optimism, cautious hope and critical reflection, as the government charts a course to transform the country into a high-income,...
Tanzania, Kenya launch cross-border fiber optic link
Daily News Tanzania
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July 18, 2025
TANGA: TANZANIA and Kenya have taken a significant step toward strengthening diplomatic and trade relations by officially launching a cross-border fiber optic link. The connection integrates Tanzania’s National ICT Broadband Backbone (NICTBB) with...
The Inspired Unemployed Launch Travel Platform ARRIVAL
B&T
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July 23, 2025
Social media personalities Jack Steele and Matt Ford, better known as The Inspired Unemployed, have launched ARRIVAL, a curated travel brand designed to cater to travellers seeking off-the-beaten-path travel experiences. Offering an...
Excitement in Tanzania as over 200 Youths Prepare for Jubilee of Youth in Rome
ACI Africa
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July 23, 2025
Communication with the participants has been the biggest challenge for the TEC youth coordination office, Fr. Liston said, and explained, “It has been very difficult for us to pass messages owing to the complexities of our vast country.”...
A Journey of Curiosity: Cycling 6,000km Across Africa
Explorersweb
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August 4, 2025
British adventurer James Baxter is over 80 days into a 6,000km cycle across Africa. The journey, from the Atlantic Ocean in Namibia to the Indian Ocean in Tanzania, is part of a wider project to complete seven adventures on seven continents....
Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania ready for kick off ahead of African Nations Championship
Africanews
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July 23, 2025
Preparations to host African Nations Championship (CHAN) across three East African countries are at an advanced stage ahead of its official kick-off on 2 August. Kenya, Tanzania and Uganda are co-hosting the event. Salim Mvurya, the Kenyan Cabinet...
Exim Bank rolls out Elite Banking, Mastercard world series
Daily News Tanzania
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August 4, 2025
Dar es Salaam: In a landmark gesture of maintaining its customer-centric drive to elevate premium banking in Tanzania, Exim Bank officially launched its Elite Banking service during an exclusive black-tie event at Serena Hotel, Dar es Salaam. The...
Where can Indians travel visa-free in 2025? Here's the full list of 59 countries
The Economic Times
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July 23, 2025
Indian passport holders can now travel to 59 countries without applying for a visa in advance, as per the Henley Passport Index July 2025. With this, India has climbed to the 77th position in the global rankings, moving up from the 85th spot. The...
MAGLA flies Masamba to Tanzania for a fight
The Maravi Post
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July 23, 2025
BLANTYRE-(MaraviPost)-The Malawi Gaming and Lotteries Authority (MAGLA) has supported boxer Limbani ‘Lion’ Masamba with air tickets and upkeep for an international non-title fight against Iddy Pialali at Posta Kijitonyama Club in Dar-es-Salaam,...