Zanzi Newz

31/12/2025

Tanzania has qualified for the knockout stages of the ongoing 2025 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) tournament for the first time in their history. They achieved this historic feat by advancing as one of the best third-placed teams in Group C.

Tanzania finished third in Group C with two points from three matches, securing draws against Uganda and Tunisia after an opening loss to Nigeria.

Their next match is a challenging fixture in the Round of 16 against the host nation, Morocco.

Last 16 Round Match: Tanzania vs. Morocco (hosts), is scheduled for January 4, 2026, at the Prince Moulay Abdellah Stadium.

The nation roars you on 👏

25/12/2025

Christmas Eve 2025 - a helicopter tragically crashed on Mount Kilimanjaro, near the Barafu Valley, in what climbers have described in real-time reports as a sudden and devastating event. The helicopter reportedly burst into flames on impact.

Initial on-site accounts from climbers and guides suggest that all five people on board — including the pilot, a paramedic, 2 Czech tourists and a Guide — have all died at the scene, though official confirmation is still pending as rescue and investigation teams move toward the area to verify details and secure the site.

This mountain, Africa’s highest and a dream for many adventurers, has long been a place of both beauty and unforgiving conditions. Today’s loss is felt deeply by the climbing community and by those who know and love this iconic peak. As we await formal statements from local authorities, our thoughts are with the families, friends, and fellow climbers affected by this heartbreaking news — a stark reminder of how precious life is and how swiftly tragedy can strike even in places of awe-inspiring wonder.

25/12/2025

Christmas Eve 2025, and a helicopter tragically crashed on Mount Kilimanjaro, near the Barafu Valley, in what climbers have described in real-time reports as a sudden and devastating event. Initial on-site accounts from climbers and guides suggest that all five people on board — including the pilot, a paramedic, and 2 Czech tourists and a Guide — have died at the scene, though official confirmation is still pending as rescue and investigation teams move toward the area to verify details and secure the site.

This mountain, Africa’s highest and a dream for many adventurers, has long been a place of both beauty and unforgiving conditions. Today’s loss is felt deeply by the climbing community and by those who know and love this iconic peak. As we await formal statements from local authorities, our thoughts are with the families, friends, and fellow climbers affected by this heartbreaking news — a stark reminder of how precious life is and how swiftly tragedy can strike even in places of awe-inspiring wonder.

25/12/2025

Tragedy as five people die in helicopter crash on Kilimanjaro

25/12/2025

Light at the end of the tunnel for unhappy Stone Town residents facing a power struggle

The Zanzibar Electricity Corporation (Zeco) has signed a contract with Central Electricals International Limited to strengthen the electricity system in Unguja town, as part of efforts to improve...

25/12/2025

Uganda heads down the same dead-end as Tanzania

Uganda restricts imports of Starlink equipment weeks before election
https://www.thecitizen.co.tz/tanzania/news/east-africa-news/uganda-restricts-imports-of-starlink-equipment-weeks-before-election-5306182

25/12/2025

Tanzanian Start Ups fave challenges

A new study shows that between 60 and 70 percent of startups fail within three years of being established, with analysts attributing the trend to weak managerial capacity among entrepreneurs and...

13/12/2025

Tanzania Internet Shutdown questioned on the international stage:

The Legal and Human Rights Centre (LHRC) has filed a case at the East African Court of Justice (EACJ), challenging the Government’s decision to suspend internet services from October 29 to November 4, 2025... https://www.thecitizen.co.tz/tanzania/news/national/tanzania-sued-at-the-east-african-court-of-justice-over-week-long-internet-shutdown-5294298

08/12/2025

Tanzania residents fear the worst

It was a chaotic scene, with shopping carts and foot traffic filling every aisle as Dar es Salaam residents continued to flock to major stores to buy essential supplies ahead of December 9.

Although the Tanzania Police Force has issued a statement prohibiting the planned December 9 demonstrations, many residents remain cautious and are preparing for any eventuality.

At Mlimani City’s Shoppers supermarket, the store was crowded with families stocking up on food, water, and other essential items.

https://www.instagram.com/p/DR-OCakCD3j/?igsh=c3RsZmF0MWwybTNn

06/12/2025

Tanzania’s response to countries around the world that have raised serious concerns with Tanzania following the response to rioting at October elections.

Tanzania says it is “concerned” by the contents of recent statements from development partners and foreign governments on the October 29 events.

In a new statement, the government notes that some of the remarks came despite a candid engagement last week between the Foreign Affairs Minister and the diplomatic corps.

https://www.instagram.com/p/DR49Ft-CPD4/?igsh=MXJwYmswbWJrOWkxaA==

06/12/2025

Protests are all banned for Independence Day

The Tanzania Police Force has prohibited demonstrations allegedly scheduled for December 9, 2025 across the country, stating that they lack the legal authorisation required to take place... https://www.thecitizen.co.tz/tanzania/news/national/tanzania-police-ban-planned-nationwide-protests-set-for-december-9-5288314