100africa.com Investigative Reporting In a case that has gripped South Africa with horror and outrage, a mother, Racquel “Kelly” Smith, along with her boyfriend, Jacquen “Boeta” Appollis, and their friend, Steveno van Rhyn, were convicted on May 2, 2025, of kidnapping and human trafficking in connection with the disappearance of Smith’s six-year-old daughter, Joshlin Smith. The convictions, handed down…
May 3, 2025 According to Dr. Hassan Mshinda, the steward of the TangaYetu Initiative, a part of Fondation Botnar’s global OurCity program, a transformative movement is taking shape in the bustling coastal city of Tanga, Tanzania. The initiative is reimagining urban development by placing youth health and wellbeing at its core and fostering collaboration between local government and young…
By Juma Msafiri In 1988, from the intellectual corridors of Dar es Salaam’s Centre for Foreign Relations, a bold voice rose against the tide of global orthodoxy. E.D. Kimbwereza’s dissertation, “Prospects and Limits of South-South Trade Co-operation: The Case of SADCC and PTA”, is more than a study in regional economics—it is a piercing exposé of global hypocrisy and…
Juma Msafiri In a continent where over 60% of the world’s uncultivated arable land lies dormant, and yet hunger and food insecurity persist, a new chapter is unfolding in East Africa that may well offer a transformative solution. The Agricultural Growth Corridors of Tanzania (AGCOT) initiative, launched officially in April 2025, is not just a continuation of the Southern…
In an era defined by rapid digital transformation and the growing need for authentic, impactful journalism, Rosalynn Mndolwa-Mworia’s appointment as the Managing Director of Mwananchi Communications Limited (MCL) heralds a bold new chapter for Tanzanian media. A seasoned corporate leader with over two decades of cross-sectoral experience, Mndolwa-Mworia steps into this role at a pivotal moment for MCL and…
By Clifford Boniface Sangai, April 17, 2025 An innovative educational approach gaining momentum in Tanga City is proving to be a game-changer for primary school students. Known as Teaching at the Right Level (Tarl), projects implemented by TangaYetu Phase 1. This methodology recognises children’s diverse learning needs and offers a tailored solution to bridge gaps in foundational literacy and numeracy….
By Juma Msafiri Africa is experiencing a quiet agricultural revolution—one led not by maize or cocoa, but by a green, buttery fruit that has taken global markets by storm: the avocado. Once considered a luxury or exotic fruit in many parts of the world, the avocado has become a symbol of health, affluence, and modern cuisine. For Africa, this…
By Juma Msafiri | March 2025 In the lush, rolling hills of Tanzania’s SAGCOT Corridor, a quiet revolution is taking root—one that could redefine agriculture across East Africa. Here, where the soil is rich, and the climate is ripe for innovation, Tamu Tamu Tanzania (TTT) is planting the seeds for a bold new vision: apples as Africa’s next big…
I. The Making of a Modern City Nestled in the heart of Kenya’s Rift Valley, Nakuru City is no longer just a scenic stopover for flamingo watchers and wildlife enthusiasts. Officially elevated to city status on 1st December 2021, Nakuru is now firmly on the path to becoming East Africa’s next major economic and social hub. As Kenya’s fourth…
As of March, 2025, Kenya finds itself grappling with a pervasive sense of frustration that has permeated its society, evident in the voices echoing across social media platforms like X and in the everyday struggles of its people. This frustration is not a fleeting emotion but a deep-seated discontent fueled by economic, social, and political challenges that have left…