Tanzania1 day agoPopular Tanzanian musician Matonya charged with rape in KenyaThe 43-year-old denies the charge and has been released on bail and had to surrender his passport.1 day ago3 days agoBeekeeper aims to protect village from elephantsRachel Monger, from Worcester, is working with people in Tanzania on the scheme to protect crops.3 days ago14 Mar 2026Fears for press freedom as tycoon takes control of East Africa's largest media houseRostam Aziz's purchase raises questions about continued journalistic independence in the region.14 Mar 20264 Feb 2026'Notorious Tanzanian drug trafficker' arrested during raid in ZambiaAhmed Muharram is among several suspects arrested in a major crackdown on marijuana trafficking.4 Feb 202630 Dec 2025Coups, elections and protests - a difficult year for democracy in AfricaPost-election violence in Tanzania and more coups were part of a turbulent 12 months on the continent.30 Dec 202524 Dec 2025Chronic water shortages dampen holiday mood in Tanzania's biggest cityA drought has led to water being rationed in Dar es Salaam, with taps sometimes dry for weeks.24 Dec 20259 Dec 2025Tanzania crackdown on planned protest leaves streets desertedThere is a large police presence in major cities and the authorities have encouraged people to stay home.9 Dec 20255 Dec 2025Western countries press Tanzania to release bodies of post-election victimsThere is evidence of extrajudicial killings, disappearances and the concealment of bodies, 17 embassies say. 5 Dec 20254 Dec 2025Tanzanian activist blocked from Instagram after mobilising election protestsMeta confirms it removed Mange Kimambi's social media accounts for violating their policy.4 Dec 2025...
