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Poor harvests linked to replanted seeds

DODOMA, Feb. 6 -- THE government has defended the annual purchase of maize seeds by farmers, saying most varieties grown in the country are hybrids that lose their superior qualities when replanted, l... Read More


State commits to expanding mechanisation services

DODOMA, Feb. 6 -- THE government has expressed commitment to expanding access to affordable mechanisation services closer to farming communities to boost productivity and phase out the hand hoe. Depu... Read More


Workers can negotiate loan rates, govt says

DODOMA, Feb. 6 -- THE government has said workers still have room to negotiate lower interest rates on personal loans through their employers, despite growing calls for regulated borrowing costs. Dep... Read More


Dar Business Community commends TRA's handling of taxation issues

DAR ES SALAAM, Feb. 6 -- THE Dar es Salaam Business Community has commended the performance of the Tanzania Revenue Authority (TRA)   and strong engagement with traders, saying its close col... Read More


Top load or front load washing machine? I've used both, and here's what most buyers overlook

India, Feb. 6 -- Choosing a washing machine isn't just about brand or price, it's about how it fits into your daily routine. Over the years, I've used both top load and front load washing machines in ... Read More


Sri Lanka pursues compensation and return of colonial-era artefacts

Sri Lanka, Feb. 6 -- The government is actively pursuing compensation for colonial-era losses and the repatriation of cultural treasures, Foreign Minister Vijitha Herath told Parliament in response to... Read More


Issuance of heavy mineral licenses suspended

Sri Lanka, Feb. 6 -- All exploration and mining licenses for heavy minerals remain suspended until a new National Mineral Policy is implemented. Industries and Entrepreneurship Development Minister S... Read More


Parliament approves extension of state of emergency

Sri Lanka, Feb. 6 -- The state of emergency will remain in effect for another month following a majority vote of 104 during today's parliamentary session. The motion received 106 votes in favour and ... Read More


Heated exchange in parliament over Namal Rajapaksa comments

Sri Lanka, Feb. 6 -- A verbal clash erupted in Parliament today (6), during the debate on emergency law between Deputy Minister Mahinda Jayasinghe and MP Ramanathan Archuna. The tension began when th... Read More


Dr Samia to officially launch Kariakoo Market on February 8

DAR ES SALAAM, Feb. 6 -- PRESIDENT Samia Suluhu Hassan is scheduled officially reopen the Kariakoo Main Market in Dar es Salaam on February 8, 2026. The announcement was made by the Dar es Salaam Reg... Read More