Why lecturers rejected two-phase pay deal to end strike

UASU members demonstrating on September 24, 2025 outside Parliament building. [Edward Kiplimo, Standard] Lecturers rejected a proposal by the government to clear their Sh7.9 billion salary arrears in two phases, citing unfulfilled financial promises and a long list of commitments set for next year. The University Academic Staff Union (UASU) Secretary-General, Constantine Wasonga, told National…

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Larry Madowo Leaks Warnings Allegedly Used by Tanzanians Once the Internet Was Restored

Tanzania experienced an internet problem throughout the country from October 29, the day the country held its elections, causing communication challenges On Monday, November 3, an international Internet monitoring organization announced that internet connectivity had partially been restored in the country Larry Madowo shared a photo of a message allegedly sent to citizens by the…

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Bloody crown: Samia flanked by presidents with tainted records

Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan takes the oath of office during her inauguration in Dodoma, on November 3, 2025. [Courtesy Apart from Zambia’s President Hakainde Hichilema, three other leaders who attended President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s swearing-in ceremony have been criticised for poor records on democracy and governance in their respective countries. Unlock the…

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Samia blames foreigners for chaos amid regional snub

Tanzania’s President Samia Suluhu Hassan inspects a guard of honour during her inauguration in Dodoma, on November 3, 2025. [Courtesy Key leaders from East and Southern Africa yesterday skipped President Samia Suluhu Hassan’s swearing-in ceremony, held at Nishani Grounds, a remote and secluded location in Chamwino District near the administrative capital city of…

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