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Tanzania Gears Up to Host Pan-African Summit

(MENAFN) Tanzania is gearing up to host a pivotal Pan-African summit centered on shaping the future of social security throughout Africa, a top official revealed Sunday. Scheduled for July 10 in the northern city of Arusha, the high-level...

Kenyan President Pledges USD4.6M Prize for CHAN Win

(MENAFN) Kenyan President William Ruto on Saturday pledged a record-breaking incentive of over 600 million Kenyan shillings (approximately 4.6 million U.S. dollars) to the national football team, Harambee Stars, should they clinch the Africa...

Russia initiates pilot nuclear project in Tanzania

(MENAFN) A Rosatom subsidiary has launched a pilot uranium processing plant in Tanzania as part of preparations for a full-scale facility planned for construction next year, the Russian state nuclear corporation announced Wednesday. Mantra...

Orca Energy Group Inc. announces arbitrations against the United Republic of Tanzania and Tanzania Petroleum Development Corporation over US$1.2 billion Project

TORTOLA, British Virgin Islands, Aug. 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Orca Energy Group Inc. (“Orca” or the “Company” and includes its subsidiaries and affiliates) (TSX-V: ORC.A, ORC.B) announces that: its subsidiary, Pan African Energy Corporation...

Russian nuclear company initiates pilot uranium processing plant in Tanzania

(MENAFN) A Russian nuclear energy company has launched a pilot uranium processing plant in Tanzania, marking the start of a broader plan to build a major facility in the region by next year, according to general reports. The plant, initiated by...

FINCA Canada Partners with Government of Canada to Support Youth Employment in Uganda

New $5 million CAD partnership, in collaboration with FINCA Uganda, will expand economic opportunities for youth, especially women. DODOMA, TANZANIA, July 28, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- Canada's Secretary of State for International Development,...

Russia’s Ex-President Voices Support for African Fight Against Neocolonialism

(MENAFN) Former Russian President Dmitry Medvedev has voiced robust support for African political parties actively combating neocolonialism, reaffirming Russia’s dedication to deepening political cooperation across Africa. In a message delivered...

Rwanda, Tanzania Seal Two Collaboration Pacts

(MENAFN) Rwanda and Tanzania formalized two new cooperation agreements on Saturday, signing memoranda of understanding to strengthen collaboration in agriculture and to establish a Tanzania Ports Liaison Office in Kigali, Rwanda’s capital. The...

Presentation of Credentials Ceremony, 30 September 2025

MINISTRY OF FOREIGN AFFAIRS PRESS STATEMENT PRESENTATION OF CREDENTIALS CEREMONY 30 SEPTEMBER 2025 The following foreign Heads of Mission presented their credentials to President Tharman Shanmugaratnam in separate ceremonies at the Istana today:...

Congressional Briefing on Human Trafficking Unites Leading Advocacy Organizations and Lawmakers

WASHINGTON, D.C., DC, UNITED STATES, July 22, 2025 /⁨EINPresswire.com⁩/ -- On July 16, 2025, ALLATRA International participated in the “Uniting to Prevent Human Trafficking & Bring Hope to Survivors” Congressional Briefing at the Rayburn House...

Minister Angie Motshekga: Arrival of troops from SADC Mission in DRC

Ladies and Gentlemen of the media, Senior Leadership of the DOD and the SANDF Distinguished guests, Good Afternoon It is with immense pride and a profound sense of gratitude that I stand before you today. On May 4th, 2025, we announced the phased...

Military Veterans mourns the passing of General Ramano

Department of Military Veterans mourns the passing of Lieutenant General Gilbert Lebeko Ramano, a distinguished freedom fighter, senior uMkhonto weSizwe (MK) commander, and former Chief of the South African Army. Born on 7 July 1939 in Sophiatown,...

Veteran Global Health Leader, Dr. Rebecca Martin, Named President of Global Immunization at Sabin

WASHINGTON, July 21, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Renowned global health expert Rebecca Martin, PhD, recognized internationally for her leadership in developing and implementing immunization programs and strengthening health systems, joins the Sabin...

President of Ghana Joins Board of Global Center on Adaptation

Rotterdam/Nairobi, June 10, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Global Center on Adaptation (GCA) today announced that His Excellency John Dramani Mahama, President of the Republic of Ghana, has joined its Board. He joins a distinguished group of global...

Russian minister states Nord Stream assault sheds light on necessity for just energy transition

(MENAFN) The world is entering a completely new phase in the global energy landscape, Russian Energy Minister Sergey Tsivilev said on Thursday at the 28th St. Petersburg International Economic Forum (SPIEF 2025). Speaking at a panel discussion...

President Cyril Ramaphosa mourns passing of Ma Gertrude Ntiti Shope

President Cyril Ramaphosa has expressed his profound sadness at the passing of educator, freedom fighter, trade unionist and former Member of Parliament Ma Gertrude Shope, who has passed away at the age of 99. Ma Shope, as she was affectionately...

Bus accident in Tanzania kills dozens

(MENAFN) At least 38 people have died and 28 were injured in a fiery crash involving two passenger buses in Tanzania’s Kilimanjaro region, local officials confirmed on Sunday. The accident occurred near the town of Same after a front tire on one...

Five Years On, Barrick’s Twiga Partnership Delivers Growth and Shared Value for Tanzania

All amounts expressed in US dollars BULYANHULU, Tanzania, July 07, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Five years after its formation, the Twiga partnership between Barrick Mining Corporation (NYSE:B)(TSX:ABX) and the government of Tanzania continues to...

Deputy Minister Thandi Moraka: International Relations and Cooperation Dept Budget Vote 2025/26

Honourable Speaker / House Chair, Honourable Minister Lamola and Deputy Minister Botes, Chair of the Portfolio Committee on International Relations, Hon. Mahumapelo, Honourable Members, Senior Officials of DIRCO led by Director-General Zane...

Tanzania Restricts Access to X App

(MENAFN) Access to the social media platform X has been limited in Tanzania following a series of hacking incidents targeting both government and private institutional accounts. On Tuesday, the official police account was compromised, with...