The reports come hot on the heels of other worrying trends where people’s right to dissent is attacked, including a crackdown on peaceful protests.
Analysts think what matters is what the government will do now.
Unless Africa can produce a show of purpose in elevating its people from poverty, we really have no business calling ourselves free.
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Wsira was approved by the congress with an overwhelming 1,910 votes in favor, 7 against
The development occurs as artists in Tanzania and other actors working in the country’s creative sector report increased repression of artistic freedom and artists’ freedom of expression.
President Samia Suluhu Hassan has announced her fourth cabinet reshuffle this year, marking the fourteenth such change since 2021. The latest reshuffle sees the return of former ministers Palamagamba Kabudi and William Lukuvi to the cabinet, while two other ministers, Angela Kairuki and Ummy Mwalimu, have been removed.
This vision is plausible; it’s a tangible reality that can be achieved with strategic planning, investment, and innovation.
In the announcement, Adani Ports stated that a new company, East Africa Gateway Limited (EAGL), has been formed. This joint venture includes Adani International Ports Holdings (AIPH), UAE firm AD Ports Group, and East Harbour Terminals Limited (EHTL).