Tanzania
Marburg virus outbreak: Tanzania announces spread of deadly disease
The virus is a close relative of Ebola and causes very similar symptoms, including hemorrhaging and organ failure.
COP15 Should Address Indigenous Land Rights
International actors should meet with Indigenous Peoples and Local Communities (IPLCs), not only to understand the situation on the ground, but also to spread awareness of positive impacts.
Tanzania plane crash: 19 dead after aircraft plunges into Lake Victoria
The aircraft was about 328 feet in midair when it encountered weather-related problems.
Wealthy British Hotelier Could Face Up to 20 Years in African Prison
A wealthy British hotelier and his wife are being held in a "hell hole" prison after being charged with money laundering by cops on the paradise island of Zanzibar.
Monkey Snatches and Kills Month-Old Baby as He Was Being Breastfed
The mother had been feeding her child outside when the monkeys invaded her house.
Snake Charmer Dies After Playing With Cobra, Bitten on Finger and Mouth
The snake charmer had already caught and killed one snake that day, before catching another and playing with it.
'Cats Gonna Cat': Viral Video Shows Moment Cheetah Hops Into Safari Vehicle
Casey Cooper Mannes shared the video to TikTok where it amassed nearly 11 million views since it was posted.
Huge Herd of Over 100 Giraffes Filmed in Amazing Encounter
Exaud Marandu of Utopia Safaris said it is only the second time in 20 years he has seen such a large collection of one of Africa's iconic animals.
The 25 Tallest Trees in the World
Some of these trees tower more than 100 meters into the sky.
Lion That Killed and Ate Three Children From Same Family to Be Relocated
Tanzania relocated 36 Serengeti lions in 2020 after incidents involving the big cats with humans and cattle the previous year.
Two New Species of Birds Discovered Using Half-Century Old Specimens
A group of international researchers have named two new species of warblers with the help of previously-discovered specimens held in museums.
Female Official Asked to Leave Government Meeting for Wearing 'Tight' Pants
A Tanzanian member of Parliament was ushered out of a government meeting after a male colleague complained that her black pants were "too tight." Dress codes for women have been highly fought against for decades.
Tanzania's COVID Response Echoes South Africa's AIDS Denial
Tanzania President John Magufuli's bizarre denial of COVID-19 echoes the disastrous mistakes of Thabo Mbeki, South Africa's former president, who famously denied the existence of HIV and AIDS.
World Helium Shortage Is Putting Space Exploration and Health Care at Risk
Helium is a vital element in several industries, and a global shortage could have devastating effects.
Bonobo Mothers Help Their Sons to Mate
Bonobo mothers even direct their sons toward females who are ovulating, researchers have found.
East Africa's Wildebeest Migrations Face Extinction. We Must Act Urgently.
Scientists have found extreme declines in the number of migrating wildebeest in the region.
Primitive Monkey Discovered in Kenyan Badlands
The early evolution of Old World monkeys is shrouded in mystery.
Teacher Who Beat, Killed Student Faces Death by Hanging
Respicius Mtazangira, 51, was found guilty of killing pupil Sperius Eradius, 14, by a high court this week.
Boat That Sank, Killing at Least 31, Was Overloaded
Officials believed revelers may not have heard the emergency announcements because of the loud music playing on the boat.
Hundreds Dead and Missing in Lake Victoria Disaster
The vessel capsized in Africa's largest lake on Thursday, with an estimated 400 to 500 people on board.
Tanzania Boat Accident: 'Scores' Feared Dead
A similar incident occurred six years ago in Tanzania, leaving at least 145 dead.
The Acid Attack Victim Setting a New Beauty Standard
Katie Gee, 23, is battling against the idea that her attack made her "disfigured."
Video: Reckless Tourist Tries to Pat Lion On Safari
The footage was captured in Serengeti National Park, Tanzania.
Stop Politicizing Unexplained Death of a Border Agent
Some say Rogelio Martinez was bludgeoned to death by rocks. Ted Cruz jumped on the bandwagon.
Drones Will Deliver HIV Drugs, Vaccines Across Tanzania
A California company is helping to deliver medical supplies to hard-to-reach parts of the East African country.
Tanzania's President: Cows Disapprove of Homosexuality
The government has threatened to publish a list of gay rights activists.
Tanzania's Persecuted Albinos: Singing for Their Lives
The East African country is the world capital for murders of people with albinism. But the community is pushing back.
Tanzania Fires 10,000 Civil Servants Over Fake Diplomas
A new report said the government workers had fraudulent high school certificates.
Tanzania expels UNDP head Awa Dabo
There are fears Awa Dabo was allegedly expelled due to her criticism of Zanizbar elections held in 2016.
Scientists Uncover Missing Link in Dinosaur Evolution
The four-legged creature from the Triassic period is the oldest species from the lineage that leads towards dinosaurs.