By BOB KARASHANI Speculation is rising over the abrupt removal of Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA) Commissioner General Alphayo Kidata earlier this week against a backdrop of discontent among foreign investors and domestic traders over questionable taxation practices. President Samia Suluhu Hassan on Tuesday named Zanzibar revenue chief Yusuph Juma Mwenda as the new TRA boss…
The Salaries and Remuneration Commission (SRC) announced Wednesday evening that the proposed increment of salaries for all state officers has been put on halt. SRC Chairpseon Lyn Mengich, in a statement noted that the decision was arrived at after extensive talks with the National Treasury “In consultation with the National Treasury, SRC freezes the upward…
Donyell Malenn (center) celebrates after scoring for Netherlands.[AFP] The Netherlands swept into their first European Championship quarter-final since 2008 as Donyell Malen scored twice in a 3-0 win over Romania in the last 16 on Tuesday. Cody Gakpo gave the Dutch an early lead but they were unable to convert pressure into a crucial second…
Protestors in Kisii town on July 2, 2024. Police engaged them in the better part of the afternoon. [Sammy Omingo, Standard] That there has been a spirited push by Gen Z to see change in country’s governance system is not in doubt. The last two weeks have seen an intensified revolt against unpopular government taxes,…
Kapen is set to put pen to paper on a two-year deal with the option of a third with Gor Mahia anytime within the week. Nairobi City Stars’ flying winger Samuel Kapen is set to be the fourth signing unveiled by Gor Mahia later this week as they set sights on beefing up their squad…
Good Morning my strong man from Dar es Salaam July 3, 2024, I invite you to look at what is written in the front and back pages of the Tanzanian Newspapers. The post Big news of Tanzania Newspapers today July 3, 2024 first appeared on Millard Ayo.
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) is actively investigating and apprehending “treasonous criminals” who exploited the anti-finance bill protests on Tuesday, June 25. In a statement issued on July 1, the DCI revealed that groups with criminal intentions had taken advantage of nationwide peaceful protests organized by Kenyan youth (Gen Z) to loot businesses in…
By REUTERS Comoros President Azali Assoumani has put his son, Nour El Fath, in charge of coordinating government affairs as he reshuffled his cabinet following a tense January election that his opponents alleged was tainted by voter fraud. One person was killed and at least 25 injured in violent protests in the country, a group…
The Directorate of Criminal Investigations (DCI) has dispatched detectives to pursue gang members who have been filmed robbing Kenyans during the anti-government protests. DCI in a statement shared through social media on Tuesday, June 2, 2024, said the gang members had been recorded by concerned citizens violently robbing innocent Kenyans on the roads. Taking advantage…
The Ministry of Agriculture has refuted reports indicating that a consignment of fertilizer donated and shipped by the Russian Government to the Kenyan Government cannot be traced. In a statement through the National Cereals and Produce Board (NCPB), the Ministry says the shipment in question was handed over to NCPB, an agency that was obligated…
Seven people have been confirmed dead while four others are receiving treatment at Bondo sub county hospital after mine walls collapsed burying them alive at Lumba Village Rarieda sub county today morning. The 11am fatal incident occurred at Kasweto goldmines in North Ramba sub-location. Siaya County Police Commander…
Austria’s midfielder Alexander Prass pours water on his face during their Group D match against the Netherlands. [AFP] Turkey have felt at home at Euro 2024 thanks to a huge expat population in Germany, but it is Austria who will be in familiar surroundings for today’s last 16 clash in Leipzig. Under the leadership of…
The 24-year-old striker joins Simba after his contract with Ghana's Asante Kotoko club ended last month. He will be a valuable asset for Simba as they seek success in the Tanzanian and African competitions. Mukwala played well during his time at Kotoko, scoring over 25 goals in 65 league appearances. He impressed immediately in his…
President William Ruto during the Presidential Roundtable at State House, Nairobi on June 30, 2024. [PCS, Standard] During his televised interview Sunday night President Wiliam Ruto was hard-pressed to defend the government’s response to days of nationwide protest against the Finance Bill 2024. The Standard analysed the claims made by the president to support his arguments and fact-checked…
Athletics Kenya president Jack Tuwei has announced the postponement of the third edition of the Nairobi City Marathon. The third edition of the Nairobi City Marathon has been postponed from Sunday, July 7 to September 8, 2024. Athletics Kenya president announced that after widespread consultations, the organisers decided to push the event to later this…