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Lissu Charged with Treason, Chadema Officials Arrested in Tanzania
Tanzania's opposition leader Tundu Lissu was charged with treason and spreading misinformation about the 2024 local elections; several other Chadema officials were also arrested, raising concerns about political freedoms ahead of the 2025 general elections.
Lissu Charged with Treason, Chadema Officials Arrested in Tanzania
Tanzania's opposition leader Tundu Lissu was charged with treason and spreading misinformation about the 2024 local elections; several other Chadema officials were also arrested, raising concerns about political freedoms ahead of the 2025 general elections.
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56% Bias Score
Traditional Tanzanian Diet Reduces Inflammation in Study
A study of 77 Tanzanian men showed that switching from their traditional, plant-rich Chagga diet to a Western diet increased inflammation; returning to the traditional diet or adding a fermented banana drink decreased inflammation, with effects lasting a month.
Traditional Tanzanian Diet Reduces Inflammation in Study
A study of 77 Tanzanian men showed that switching from their traditional, plant-rich Chagga diet to a Western diet increased inflammation; returning to the traditional diet or adding a fermented banana drink decreased inflammation, with effects lasting a month.
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48% Bias Score
Gurnah's "Theft": Tourism, Inequality, and Resilience in 1990s Tanzania
Abdulrazak Gurnah's new novel, "Theft," set in 1990s Tanzania, follows three individuals—Karim, Fauzia, and Badar—navigating the social and economic upheavals caused by a tourism boom, highlighting the everyday struggles and resilience of ordinary people amid corruption and inequality.
Gurnah's "Theft": Tourism, Inequality, and Resilience in 1990s Tanzania
Abdulrazak Gurnah's new novel, "Theft," set in 1990s Tanzania, follows three individuals—Karim, Fauzia, and Badar—navigating the social and economic upheavals caused by a tourism boom, highlighting the everyday struggles and resilience of ordinary people amid corruption and inequality.
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28% Bias Score
1.5-Million-Year-Old Bone Tools Found in Tanzania
Researchers unearthed 27 bone tools in Tanzania's Olduvai Gorge, dating back 1.5 million years, pushing back the known date for bone tool use by roughly 1 million years and revealing early humans' complex tool kits.
1.5-Million-Year-Old Bone Tools Found in Tanzania
Researchers unearthed 27 bone tools in Tanzania's Olduvai Gorge, dating back 1.5 million years, pushing back the known date for bone tool use by roughly 1 million years and revealing early humans' complex tool kits.
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28% Bias Score
Grave Robberies in Morogoro, Tanzania: Scrap Metal Theft Desecrates Cemeteries
In Morogoro, Tanzania, thieves are stealing metal crucifixes and other grave markers from over 250 graves in Kola Municipal Cemetery to sell for scrap, causing distress to families and prompting calls for improved security and education initiatives.
Grave Robberies in Morogoro, Tanzania: Scrap Metal Theft Desecrates Cemeteries
In Morogoro, Tanzania, thieves are stealing metal crucifixes and other grave markers from over 250 graves in Kola Municipal Cemetery to sell for scrap, causing distress to families and prompting calls for improved security and education initiatives.
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20% Bias Score
World Bank Cancels Tanzania Tourism Project Amid Human Rights Abuses
The World Bank canceled its $150 million REGROW tourism project in Tanzania's Ruaha National Park in January 2025 following reports of widespread human rights abuses against indigenous communities, including killings, torture, and forced evictions, prompting calls for land rights restitution and acc...
World Bank Cancels Tanzania Tourism Project Amid Human Rights Abuses
The World Bank canceled its $150 million REGROW tourism project in Tanzania's Ruaha National Park in January 2025 following reports of widespread human rights abuses against indigenous communities, including killings, torture, and forced evictions, prompting calls for land rights restitution and acc...
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60% Bias Score
Traditional Tanzanian Diet Shows Anti-Inflammatory Effects in Study
A study of 77 Tanzanian men showed that switching from their traditional, plant-based diet to a Western diet increased inflammation, while a return to the traditional diet reduced it, suggesting the importance of diverse, traditional diets for health.
Traditional Tanzanian Diet Shows Anti-Inflammatory Effects in Study
A study of 77 Tanzanian men showed that switching from their traditional, plant-based diet to a Western diet increased inflammation, while a return to the traditional diet reduced it, suggesting the importance of diverse, traditional diets for health.
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16% Bias Score
Tanzanian Hero Rat Retires After Detecting 3000+ Tuberculosis Cases
In Tanzania, a giant pouched rat named Carolina retired after detecting over 3000 tuberculosis cases in seven years, preventing tens of thousands of infections, showcasing the success of APOPO's animal-assisted healthcare program.
Tanzanian Hero Rat Retires After Detecting 3000+ Tuberculosis Cases
In Tanzania, a giant pouched rat named Carolina retired after detecting over 3000 tuberculosis cases in seven years, preventing tens of thousands of infections, showcasing the success of APOPO's animal-assisted healthcare program.
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24% Bias Score
Lissu Critiques African Leaders' Emulation of Nyerere's Authoritarian Tendencies
At Makerere University, Tundu Lissu discussed how African leaders, emulating Julius Nyerere, use constitutionalism as a guise for authoritarianism, citing Uganda's militarized politics as an example, and urging emulation of Nyerere's eventual relinquishment of power.
Lissu Critiques African Leaders' Emulation of Nyerere's Authoritarian Tendencies
At Makerere University, Tundu Lissu discussed how African leaders, emulating Julius Nyerere, use constitutionalism as a guise for authoritarianism, citing Uganda's militarized politics as an example, and urging emulation of Nyerere's eventual relinquishment of power.
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52% Bias Score
Tanzanian Surgeon Overcomes Gender Barriers, Reduces Child Mortality
Dr. Zaituni Bokhary, a Tanzanian pediatric surgeon and president of the Tanzanian Women Doctors Association, overcame gender bias to become a leading expert; her project to treat children with gastroschisis reduced mortality from 100% to 40% in five regions.
Tanzanian Surgeon Overcomes Gender Barriers, Reduces Child Mortality
Dr. Zaituni Bokhary, a Tanzanian pediatric surgeon and president of the Tanzanian Women Doctors Association, overcame gender bias to become a leading expert; her project to treat children with gastroschisis reduced mortality from 100% to 40% in five regions.
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48% Bias Score
Kenya Tackles Maasai Mara Overtourism with Fee Hikes and Vehicle Restrictions
Overtourism in Kenya's Maasai Mara National Reserve during the Great Migration's peak season (July-August) is causing overcrowding and stressing wildlife; in response, authorities have increased entry fees and banned private vehicles, aiming to improve wildlife welfare and enhance visitor experience...
Kenya Tackles Maasai Mara Overtourism with Fee Hikes and Vehicle Restrictions
Overtourism in Kenya's Maasai Mara National Reserve during the Great Migration's peak season (July-August) is causing overcrowding and stressing wildlife; in response, authorities have increased entry fees and banned private vehicles, aiming to improve wildlife welfare and enhance visitor experience...
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48% Bias Score
Materuni Waterfall: Tanzania's Sustainable Tourism Gem
Near Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania's Materuni Waterfall, a 100-meter cascade, offers a unique trek through rainforest to the Chagga tribe's village, showcasing coffee production from bean to cup, and creating a sustainable tourism model.
Materuni Waterfall: Tanzania's Sustainable Tourism Gem
Near Mount Kilimanjaro, Tanzania's Materuni Waterfall, a 100-meter cascade, offers a unique trek through rainforest to the Chagga tribe's village, showcasing coffee production from bean to cup, and creating a sustainable tourism model.
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32% Bias Score
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