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Mon, 15 Feb 2021 16:43:07 GMT
'No Vaccine' Policy Threatens Tanzania & the Region
[The Conversation Africa] Tanzania's health minister said earlier this month that the country has no plans to procure COVID-19 vaccines. Moina Spooner, an editor with The Conversation Africa, asked Catherine Kyobutungi to explain Tanzania's COVID-19 ...

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 16:14:07 GMT
What Happens If Countries Don't Vaccinate for Covid?
[The Conversation Africa] Some countries, such as Tanzania and Madagascar, have issued statements saying they do not have plans to vaccinate their populations against COVID-19. Moina Spooner, an editor with The Conversation Africa, asked pathology ex...

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 05:28:04 GMT
Former Cabinet Minister Mohammed Seif Khatib Dies Aged 70
[Citizen] Dodoma -- Dr Muhammed Seif Khatib, a politician who held several ministerial positions during the reign of former President Benjamin Mkapa and his successor Jakaya Kikwete, is no more.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 09:47:44 GMT
BAKIZA Chairman Khatib Dies
[Daily News] The Chairman of Zanzibar Kiswahili Council (BAKIZA) Dr Mohammed Seif Khatib has passed away earlier today.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 09:46:29 GMT
TFF Reinstates Poulsen as Head Coach
[Daily News] Tanzania Football Federation ( TFF ) has appointed Kim Poulsen as the new head coach of Tanzania national team 'Taifa Stars'.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 08:14:19 GMT
We've Not Suspended Any Services, NHIF
[Daily News] THE National Health Insurance Fund (NHIF) has refuted claims with regard to the suspension of oxygen and the prescription of some medicines for its patients with breathing problems.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 08:14:13 GMT
Engineers Urged to Supervise Construction of School Latrines
[Daily News] STAKEHOLDERS from education sector in Singida District council have urged building engineers in the area to make good use of their skills by assisting parents in constructing better school latrines that can last longer.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 07:00:44 GMT
Patrols Against Illegal Fishing to Remain, House Told
[Daily News] PATROLS against illegal fishing in government preserved water bodies will remain sustained to protect marine resources for the current and future generations, the House of Representatives was told here on Monday.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 06:51:44 GMT
Mwinyi Eulogises Khatib as Tolerant Leader
[Daily News] ZANZIBAR President Hussein Mwinyi has sent condolences to the family, relatives and friends of famous politician Dr Muhammed Seif Khatib, who passed on Monday aged 70.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 06:39:47 GMT
Govt Identifies 6,315 Illegally Owned Farms in Isles
[Daily News] THE government spearheaded verification drive has identified 6,315 farms, which were under illegal ownership in Pemba, the House of Representatives heard here on Monday.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 05:28:59 GMT
New Halal Bureau Seeks Recognition
[Citizen] Dar es Salaam -- The newly established Halal Bureau for Tanzania is now seeking recognition from other bodies around the world to provide universal certification.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 05:09:52 GMT
'President Spurs Judiciary Infrastructure'
[Daily News] THE Minister for Legal and Constitutional Affairs, Dr Mwigulu Nchemba, has commended President John Magufuli for his special support to the judiciary and ensuring it dispenses justice timely to the citizens.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 05:09:04 GMT
Mkosa Departs for Malawi to Join Bravehearts
[Daily News] A LOCAL basketball ace Amin Mkosa is set to leave on Wednesday to Malawi to join his new club, Bravehearts.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 05:07:04 GMT
Trucks Assembly Plant to Employ Over 400 Locals
[Daily News] TANZANIANS have started to enjoy benefits of industrialisation after seeing the first modern age vehicle assembly plant being established to assemble and sell FAO trucks locally.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 05:06:20 GMT
NMB Donates Desks to Hanang Schools
[Daily News] HANANG District Commissioner Ghibu Ringo has urged the schools that received desks from NMB Bank to raise the level of education that will lead to producing skilled graduates. The DC said this at an event to receive more than 50 desks fo...

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 05:05:38 GMT
Villagers Push for Judicial Services
[Daily News] LUBAO villagers in Ijumbi Ward of Muleba District have called for the use of donated buildings for judicial operations to help them shorten a long distance they experience in access to justice.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 05:01:55 GMT
Harmonize's New Bae Accuses Hamisa, Rayvanny of Getting Student Daughter Drunk
[Nairobi News] Harmonize's new girlfriend Kajala Masanja on Sunday accused Tanzanian socialite Hamisa Mobetto and singer Rayvanny of allegedly getting her student daughter Paula drunk and recording her.

Tue, 16 Feb 2021 05:01:35 GMT
Diamond's 'Hallelujah' to Feature in Coming 2 America
[Nairobi News] Bongo star Diamond Platnumz has once again set a record after his 2017 hit Hallelujah which features reggae group Morgan Heritage was included in the anticipated movie Coming 2 America.

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 13:00:41 GMT
Special Arrangement to Address Teachers' Shortage in Zanzibar
[Daily News] THE Education and Vocational Training Ministry plans to temporarily deploy teachers to schools with an acute shortage of trainers, the House of Representatives was told on Friday.

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 13:00:19 GMT
Impose 100% Export Tax on Raw Skins - Magufuli
[Daily News] IN efforts to encourage value addition in the leather industry, President John Magufuli has directed the Ministry of Livestock and Fisheries to impose 100 per cent export levy on raw hides and skins.

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 13:00:02 GMT
Road Fund Beefs Up Road Budget
[Daily News] THE government has increased the budget for the construction of roads from 15 to 40 per cent of the entire Road Fund collections, the House of Representatives heard on Thursday.

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 12:59:34 GMT
Mwinyi Appoints New PBZ, ZRB Executives
[Daily News] PRESIDENT Hussein Ali Mwinyi has appointed new Commissioner of Revenue Board (ZRB), as well as Managing Director of the People's Bank of Zanzibar (PBZ), the financial key institutions for the growth of Zanzibar economy.

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 12:58:47 GMT
PM Sets Deadline for Construction of Classrooms, Pit Latrines
[Daily News] PRIME Minister Kassim Majaliwa has directed councils to ensure the construction of all lined up classrooms and pit latrines are completed by the end of this month.

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 12:45:34 GMT
JPM Hypes Call to Seize Idle Firms
[Daily News] PRESIDENT John Magufuli on Friday ordered repossession of all idle industries as they not only deny citizens employment opportunities but also hold back the country's development.

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 10:11:22 GMT
All Buildings to Be Listed As Govt Targets Property Tax Increase
[Daily News] The government has announced it will start listing all buildings in the country from Monday, next week, as it seeks to increase collection of property tax.

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 11:15:18 GMT
Harmonize Introduces New Boo Months After Being Dumped By Italian Wife
[Nairobi News] Tanzanian singer Harmonize has introduced his new girlfriend to the public only months after he was dumped by his Italian wife Sarah Michelotti.

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 05:42:21 GMT
Tanzania High Court Sentences Nigerian Drug Trafficker to Life
[Citizen] Moshi -- The High Court of Tanzania has sentenced Mike Nwankwo, a clothing retailer in Abuja, Nigeria, to life in prison after finding him guilty of drug trafficking.

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 05:27:36 GMT
We'll Defeat All Diseases With God's Help - Magufuli
[Citizen] Dar es Salaam -- President John Magufuli yesterday said Tanzania will overcome diseases, including Covid-19, by adhering to directives issued by health authorities, by putting God first, by working hard, by remaining strong, and by being un...

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 09:57:47 GMT
2020/21 Budget on Right Course - PM
[Daily News] A TOTAL of 13.12tril/- has so far been spent in the first half of 2020/21 financial year, Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa has said.

Mon, 15 Feb 2021 09:56:33 GMT
VP Calls for Protection of Water Structures
[Daily News] VICE-President Samia Suhulu Hassan has called upon Dar es Salaam residents to protect water infrastructure to enable the government realise its goal of supplying the precious liquid by 100 per cent come 2025.



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