Headlines- The declaration of the ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon was applauded by the International Rescue Committee (IRC), which described it as "a critical and long-overdue reprieve for civilians who have endured weeks of unrelenting violence."
- The ceasefire between Israel and Lebanon has been welcomed by UN Secretary-General Antonio Guterres, who expressed optimism that it will lay the groundwork for long-term stability in the Middle East.
- As part of an earlier two-week ceasefire agreement between Tehran and the United States to pause the conflict in the Middle East, Iran's Foreign Ministry praised the ceasefire reached by Israel and Lebanon.
- At midnight local time on Friday, gunfire broke out in the southern suburbs of Beirut as a ceasefire with Israel came into effect.
- The Lebanese Ministry of Public Health estimates that since March 2, Israeli forces have killed at least 2,196 civilians and injured another 7,185.
- The Lebanese government urges people not return back to their homes in southern Lebanon, despite Israel and Lebanon have reached a 10-day ceasefire.
- The United States is "very close" to a deal with Iran, President Donald Trump told reporters outside the White House.
Tag: Tanzania
Female Genital Mutilation: Bridge Gap Between...
In Tanzania, female circumcision – also known as female genital mutilation – is still practiced among some ethnic groups as a rite of passage into womanhood. Many girls are forced or coerced into it
Tanzanians Approach Election With Economic Advances,...
Tanzania is heading toward October elections after five years under President John Magufuli. Magufuli has initiated major infrastructure projects and fought against official corruption. But critics call him “The Bulldozer” for ignoring criticism of the projects and cracking down on opponents and freedom of the press
Tanzania Tourism
Tanzania’s move to reopen the country for tourism, after President John Magufuli declared the country free of COVID-19, has been welcomed by many in the industry. Even though the sector has been struggling during the pandemic, some tour operators worry that Tanzania’s lack of candor on the extent of infections in the country will keep foreign tourists away
Tanzanian Government’s Critics say COVID-19 Handling...
As the number of confirmed COVID-19 cases in Tanzania rises to more than 500, critics have gone after authorities for their handling of the pandemic and a lack of transparency. Charles Kombe reports from Dar es Salaam.
Tanzania’s Press Freedoms Under Legal Threats
Journalists say they are arrested for criticizing government, which denies crackdown and argues laws prevent media abuse
A Graduate’s Dream Job: Helping Rats...
Global nonprofit organization in Tanzania has developed innovative method using African giant pouched rats to detect landmines and tuberculosis using their extraordinary sense of smell
Tanzania Woman Uses Soccer Ball Juggling...
A Tanzanian woman is traveling around Africa showcasing her soccer ball juggling skills as a way to feed her family. Her video clips have gone viral on social media and captivated the hearts of many people in the continent and beyond.
Kenya Ride-Hailing Company ‘Little Cab’ Expanding...
Kenya’s ride-hailing company ‘Little Cab’ is expanding to Tanzania and Ghana. The company will start offering rides in Tanzania’s commercial capital Dar es Salaam next week and plans to launch in Accra by May
Here Are 11 Best Places to...
make it easier for you to plan a trip, I’ve highlighted some of the most popular countries and best places to visit in Africa, as well as what to see and do there, when to go, and where to stay. Hopefully this primer will get you motivated to hop on a plane—it’s worth the long flight to get there