How Sycophancy and Impunity are Ruining Democratic and Political Gains in Tanzania
Once touted as a shining beacon of political stability in East Africa, Tanzania is increasingly seen as a nation…
Radical Change: A Call to Rethink East Africa’s Institutions for the Future
We are surrounded by dos and don’ts in every area of human life. From home to neighbours’ houses, schools,…
The Truth Behind Political Fake News: Who’s Manipulating Us?
Political misinformation is hitting the waves like no other. We are now bombarded with false political information that aims…
Time to Reform: How Fixing Tanzania’s Election Laws Could End Political Deadlock
Tanzania is undergoing a political ‘earthquake’ that can only be cooled off once the election laws are aligned to…
What Do Mpina and Bashe’s Feud Mean for the Party’s Future?
The CCM tug-of-war between Kisesa Member of Parliament Luhaga Mpina and Minister for Agriculture Hussein Bashe is now boiling…
Former Longido DC’s Dismissal Exposes Deep-Rooted Election Fraud in Tanzania
I had no intention of writing this article until I read a short note by Reverend Bishop Benson Kalikawe…
The Downfall of a Ruling Party? How Political Violence Reflects a Failing Regime
In Swahili we have a saying: “Mfa maji haachi kutapatapa”. The current rise of political kidnappings is a sure…
The Power of Ideas vs. The Power of Suppression: What the BAVICHA Incident Tells Us About Power and Resistance
There were sad events involving security forces disrupting Baraza la Vijana wa Chadema (BAVICHA), who were heading to Mbeya…
Election Influence or Investment? Construction Giants Pledge Tshs. 10.1 Billion for Tanzania’s Presidential Race
A video is going viral on social media that depicts the construction fraternity in Tanzania having decided to fund…
Makonda’s Crusade Against Public Service Woes Faces Reality Check! Reforms Hits Roadblocks
The ruling party’s Ideology and Publicity Secretary, Paul Makonda, has hit the ground running, aiming to restore CCM’s dwindling…
