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Houthis reportedly kill four in first deadly attack since start of Iran war
The attack was reportedly carried out by Iranian proxy on a small cargo ship, as tensions in region over the US-Iran conflict remain high.
August 11, 2026Mysterious elephant deaths in Kenya raise questions around pesticides
A wave of Kenyan elephant deaths has been blamed on pesticides, but experts tell the BBC they are doubtful.
August 4, 2026US to give Tanzania $1.3 billion under five-year health pact - Reuters
US to give Tanzania $1.3 billion under five-year health pact Reuters
July 2, 2026Tanzania has nationwide blackout after power grid failure, Bloomberg News reports - Reuters
Tanzania has nationwide blackout after power grid failure, Bloomberg News reports Reuters
June 27, 2026Almost all of world's children exposed to climate hazards, UN agency says - Reuters
Almost all of world's children exposed to climate hazards, UN agency says Reuters
June 16, 2026East Africa wants to curb imports of used clothes. But it's not easy
Kenya, Uganda and Tanzania are major importers of used garments from the West and China.
May 23, 2026US sanctions Tanzanian police official over 'torture' of rights activists
The sanctions come amid growing scrutiny of Tanzania’s human rights record in recent years.
May 22, 2026More than 500 people killed in Tanzania election violence, inquiry finds
Opposition parties accused security forces but the official report does not say who was responsible.
April 23, 2026Popular Tanzanian musician Matonya charged with rape in Kenya
The 43-year-old denies the charge and has been released on bail and had to surrender his passport.
April 10, 2026Fears for press freedom as billionaire takes control of East Africa's largest media house
Rostam Aziz's purchase raises questions about continued journalistic independence in the region.
March 14, 2026