Tanzania: News
01 Nov 2024
WorldRats could be latest weapon against wildlife trafficking; here's how
In another case of animal ingenuity, African giant pouched rats have proven capable of detecting smuggled wildlife products such as pangolin scales, rhino horns, elephant tusks, and hardwood.
25 Oct 2024
BusinessBillionaire Pankaj Oswal's daughter jailed in Uganda, denied basic hygiene
Vasundhara Oswal, the 26-year-old daughter of Indian-origin Swiss industrialist Pankaj Oswal, has been in detention in Uganda since October 1.
10 Jun 2024
LeopardSerengeti safari: Explore Tanzania's untamed wilderness
The Serengeti in Tanzania is a vast ecosystem known for its annual migration of over two million wildebeest, zebras, and gazelles.
25 Mar 2024
Travel And TourismSerengeti balloon safari: Witness Tanzania's aerial adventure
The Serengeti balloon safari presents a distinct aerial view of Tanzania's sprawling landscapes.
06 Jul 2023
ZanzibarIIT to open first overseas campus in Tanzania's Zanzibar
The Ministry of External Affairs (MEA) on Thursday announced that Tanzania's Zanzibar will become home to the first Indian Institute of Technology (IIT) campus outside India.
26 May 2023
ShoppingTraveling to Tanzania? Make sure you shop for these souvenirs
Known for its rich biodiversity and beautiful beaches, Tanzania is a paradise for wildlife enthusiasts and shopaholics alike.
13 Nov 2022
DubaiHistoric 1-day catch: 61 kg gold seized at Mumbai airport
The Customs department seized gold worth Rs. 32 crore from travelers on Friday, that was being imported into India, in two separate searches at the Chhatrapati Shivaji Maharaj International Airport, Mumbai.
06 Nov 2022
Plane CrashTanzania: Passenger plane crashes into Lake Victoria, rescue operations underway
A passenger plane of Precision Air on Sunday crashed into Lake Victoria in Tanzania possibly due to bad weather.
01 Aug 2022
Turkey5 international hot air balloon rides you can't miss
Are you someone who has grown up dreaming about hopping on a hot air balloon someday?
05 March 2022
Japan5 volcanoes to see in your lifetime
Visiting a volcano can feel terrifying, but they also make for an equally adventurous trip.
28 Jan 2022
Travel And TourismLake Natron: All about the red lake of Tanzania
Nestled in Tanzania, East Africa, Lake Natron is red in color with varying hues of orange and pink, which makes it different from other lakes around the world.
18 Mar 2021
CoronavirusTanzania's President John Magufuli dies at 61
Tanzania's President John Magufuli has died at the age of 61, the country's Vice-President Samia Suluhu Hassan said in a televised address on Wednesday (local time).
23 Sep 2019
BBCMan proposes to girlfriend underwater; dies before hearing 'Yes'
In a tragic piece of news, a United States man died while proposing to his girlfriend underwater in Tanzania, East Africa.
20 Aug 2019
University Of CaliforniaHaving multiple husbands can be beneficial for women, observes study
Polygamy in our society is often frowned upon, especially for women. In India, the practice is also largely illegal.
30 Aug 2017
TechnologyA computer that is capable of smelling explosives
At the TEDGlobal conference in Tanzania, a computer based on mice neurons was unveiled by Oshi Agabi.
16 Mar 2017
WorldTanzanian firm suspends employees over fake Trump news
A Tanzanian-broadcaster, TBC suspended several of its staff, after a fake news article made allegations that Trump praised Tanzania while condemning the rest of Africa.
10 Sep 2016
HIVTanzania's move towards banning gay rights groups
Tanzania announced that it would ban non-governmental organizations that "promote" the freedoms of "lesbian, gay, bisexual, transgender and intersex (LGBTI) people".