
Five Dead in Tanga’s Quarry Collapse as Mining Safety Concerns Mount
The latest tragedy in Tanzania’s mining sector highlights a persistent problem of fatal accidents, prompting fresh scrutiny of safety measures.

The latest tragedy in Tanzania’s mining sector highlights a persistent problem of fatal accidents, prompting fresh scrutiny of safety measures.

In our briefing today:
Lissu Continues Courtroom Demolition of Prosecution Witnesses; Laughter Erupts as Testimony Unravels;
Tanzania’s PM Confirms Abduction Crisis Amid Mounting Pressure;
High Court of Tanzania Rules Secret Witness Law Unconstitutional, Orders Review of Protective Measures;
Five Dead in Tanga’s Quarry Collapse as Mining Safety Concerns Mount;
Tanzania Confirms EACOP Nearing Completion with July 2026 Target.

Registrar nullifies CUF election results after Prof Lipumba criticises government handling of disputed 2025 vote.

In Tanzania, economic hardship traps men in an impossible role, pushing them to abandon fatherhood rather than redefine it.

Young jobseekers in Tanzania’s factory boom face a stark choice: pay a bribe, trade a favour, or stay unemployed. As industries rise, so do allegations of corruption and sexual exploitation.

Lissu’s cross-examination exposed major contradictions, creating courtroom drama and comedy.

The court sternly ordered the prison service to ensure Mr Lissu was provided with lunch for all future court dates and adjourned the case until February 13
The study reveals that, depending on whether an operator provides radio, television, or online content, broadcasters are required—before commencing operations—to obtain several types of licences, including importation and distribution licences, content services licences, network facilities licences, and support services licences.

The opening of the trade facilitation desk comes at a critical time, as the relationship between the TRA and traders has been strained in recent years.

The East African nation sets its sights on US$15bn in annual FDI as ministers court global giants at Africa’s biggest mining gathering.