
When Desperation Turns Deadly: Could Tanzania’s Magical Violence Really Be About Economic Pain?
As bizarre rumours of magical theft spread across Tanzania, the underlying cause may be rooted in severe economic pressure rather than mere superstition.

As bizarre rumours of magical theft spread across Tanzania, the underlying cause may be rooted in severe economic pressure rather than mere superstition.

Tanzania’s informal economy swallows trillions in lost revenue every year. Behavioural economics and mobile money may hold the answer.

Moves to “Africanise” democracy are often a pretext for rolling back human rights and stifling dissent across the continent.

Because small bills and coins are scarce, poor people end up paying more when prices are rounded up.

Did Malawi really think Tanzania wouldn’t reciprocate its import ban? It couldn’t be more wrong if it did.

Schools are where children are expected to go and learn. If they are dismissed from school, where are they going to learn?

The long-term consequences of Uchawa can be detrimental, as it can lead to unqualified individuals occupying important positions, thereby undermining the integrity of the professional environment.

The Tanzanian government should allow unrestricted ownership and investment in the media industry.

To create a just and prosperous society, Tanzania must reevaluate its approach to vagrancy. Emulating countries that have abandoned such laws and embraced compassion and understanding is crucial.

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