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Zuchu crowned best female artiste at Africa Golden Awards
The Citizen
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Dar es Salaam. Zuhura Othman Soud, popularly known as Zuchu, reached new heights in African music on May 3, when she was named Best Female Artiste of the Year at the prestigious Africa Golden Awards—an accolade that affirmed her talent and placed...
Why ‘everyone’ wants a seat in Tanzania’s parliament
The Citizen
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Dar es Salaam. With the 2025 General Election approaching, Tanzania is witnessing an unprecedented rush for parliamentary seats. From seasoned technocrats, businesspeople and regional commissioners to academics and celebrities, the number of...
How Diamond Platnumz balances global stardom with artistic introspection
The Citizen
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Dar es Salaam. In recent weeks, Tanzanian music sensation Diamond Platnumz has demonstrated that evolution is not just part of his artistry—it is at the core of it. From electrifying sold-out arenas in Europe and commanding major stages in the...
Entertainment programme revealed for Redditch One World Link at Arrow Valley Park's Boat House
Redditch Standard
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THE PROGRAMME of entertainment for the Redditch One World Link Anniversary Celebration at the Boat House in Arrow Valley Park tomorrow (Saturday) has been announced. The event will celebrate a new international friendship with Singino School in...
WHEN ART MEETS POWER: The complicated dance between artistes and politics
The Citizen
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In an age where celebrity status wields as much influence as political office, the boundary between the entertainment world and the political arena continues to blur. From global pop stars speaking out on human rights to local musicians endorsing...
Tanzanian PM to step down in surprise move
BBC
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Tanzania's Prime Minister Kassim Majaliwa has announced that he will not seek re-election in the forthcoming parliamentary elections, effectively preventing him from being re-appointed. Majaliwa had earlier said that he would defend his...
2025 Wine Festival: Redefining Tanzanian luxury hospitality
The Citizen
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Bongo Flava music blaring in the heart of Dar es Salaam’s city centre turned the normally serene backdrop of the Serena Hotel into a vibrant scene. The annual wine festival, now in its second edition, brought together wine lovers and local...
TPDC & Energetech-Tantel Sign MOU to Boost Tanzania's Energy Hub and Gas Economy Goals
Mining Journal
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July 3, 2025
DAR ES SALAAM, TANZANIA – July 2, 2025 – The Tanzania Petroleum Development Corporation (TPDC) and Energetech-Tantel today solidified a pivotal partnership by signing a significant Memorandum of Understanding (MOU). This landmark agreement is...
New book on Chinese culture, language launched in Tanzania
Xinhua News Agency
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DAR ES SALAAM, July 3 (Xinhua) -- The Confucius Institute at the University of Dar es Salaam, in collaboration with China's Chang Jiang Printing Media Co., Ltd., on Thursday unveiled a new two-volume book titled "Overview of China." Tailored for...
MCT urges media neutrality ahead of polls
Daily News Tanzania
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July 3, 2025
ARUSHA: THE Media Council of Tanzania (MCT) has urged media houses to maintain neutrality, uphold professionalism and adhere to ethical standards by avoiding content that promotes or discredits specific parties or candidates, as the nation braces...
Artist Philippa Whiteside crafts joyful, tactile porcelain pieces
Great British Life
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It’s a scenic drive to Pip Whiteside’s rural studio in Pilling, Lancaster, as the Bowland Fells flatten out to the cultivated reclaimed pasture of Cockersand and flat saltmarsh of Morecambe Bay. Her rustic studio barn is located under the watchful...
How the private sector powers Tanzania’s clean cooking goals
The Citizen
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Dar es Salaam. When Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Energy Dr Doto Biteko formally launched Tanzania’s National Clean Cooking Communication Strategy in Dodoma on 2 June, he made it clear that the campaign marked the beginning of a ten-year...
Global independent media face crisis as US funding dries up - report
AKIpress News Agency
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AKIPRESS.COM - Independent media organizations worldwide are facing a severe crisis and are massively scaling back operations due to the cessation of $150 million in annual support from the United States. This concerning development is highlighted...
Artificial Empires: The Race for Swahili AI in East Africa
Geopolitical Monitor
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July 2, 2025
As East Africa experiences a digital awakening, a new geopolitical fault line is emerging – not over ports or pipelines, but language models. The rapid proliferation of artificial intelligence (AI) systems trained in Swahili, a lingua franca for...
Tanzania ready for CHAN 2024 kickoff as teams set to arrive
The Citizen
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Dar es Salaam. Preparations for the 2024 African Nations Championship (CHAN) are progressing smoothly, with teams scheduled to arrive in Tanzania seven days before kickoff. The matches will be hosted at two major venues: the Benjamin Mkapa Stadium...
The Most Talked-About Under-$800 Fashion Finds of the Summer? They're Right Here
Who What Wear
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July 3, 2025
There's a certain thrill in spotting that item, the one quietly cropping up across your Instagram feed and being worn by influencers, editors, and effortlessly stylish friends alike. The best part? This season's most talked-about fashion finds...
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The Mountain Ear - Colorado
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Arts & Entertainment 235 results total, viewing 21 - 40 NEDERLAND – The Nederland Middle-Senior High School hosted an End-of-Year Choir Concert on May 7, 2025, honoring Ms. Elizabeth Evans and her 40 years of service as the Performing Arts...
Diamond Platinumz on How Tapping Into Happiness Made Him Tanzania’s Biggest Star: ‘We Don’t Wanna Wait for the Politician to Unite Us’
Billboard
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July 2, 2025
As Tanzania’s biggest star, Diamond Platinumz has a lot of pressure on his shoulders. Still, that weight evaporates as he glides into the Billboard offices, cameras flashing, alongside his team. He runs through some new music with a rambunctious...
Tanzania: Entrepreneur sees ‘a lot of money’ in agriculture
How We Made It In Africa
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July 1, 2025
Hadija Jabiri Hadija Jabiri, founder of agribusiness company GBRI, sees untapped potential across Tanzania’s agricultural sector, particularly in processing fruit, vegetables and grains into value-added products. “You can make a lot of money out...
Aga Khan University turns Math into a canvas of creativity for Tanzanian learners
The Citizen
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Dar es Salaam. In a country where many students fear mathematics and view it as one of the toughest school subjects, the Aga Khan University’s Institute for Educational Development, East Africa (IED, EA) is taking a new approach—making math...