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This African lake is so toxic, it turns everything into stone

In our search for places remote and bizarre, we stumbled upon a lake in Tanzania so toxic that any living creature that comes in contact with the lakewater, turns into stone-quite literally. However, there is one animal species that finds this super toxic and inhospitable place a haven. We will…

The Times of India · Feb 20, 2025

As the DRC battles Rwanda-backed M23, what’s needed to stop the fighting?

Analysts weigh in on Rwanda’s role in the conflict in DRC, whether minerals are a factor and if diplomacy can succeed.

Al Jazeera · Feb 13, 2025

M23’s capture of Goma is the latest chapter in eastern Congo’s long-running war

At a recent summit in Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania, leaders of eight African states released a statement calling for an immediate and unconditional ceasefire in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).

The Conversation · Feb 12, 2025

Thais send smuggled tortoises home to Tanzania as evidence against suspected wildlife traffickers

More than 100 baby tortoises, most of them dead, have been returned to Tanzania from Thailand as evidence in a case against a wildlife smuggling network

The Independent UK · Jan 24, 2025

Tanzania confirms outbreak of highly infectious Ebola-like virus

Neighbouring Rwanda reported 15 deaths and 66 cases in last year’s outbreak of Marburg

The Independent UK · Jan 21, 2025

Tanzania's president Hassan to run in October polls

Tanzania's ruling party on Sunday nominated President Samia Suluhu Hassan as its candidate in general elections due in October in the east African country. Hassan took office in 2021 after the sudden death of her authoritarian predecessor John Magufuli.

Radio France Internationale · Jan 20, 2025

Tanzania Confirms Marburg Case, WHO Chief Addresses Outbreak

Marburg disease confirmed in Tanzania with one positive case. No specific treatment available. WHO supporting containment efforts.

Top News · Jan 20, 2025

A sample from a remote Tanzanian region tests positive for Marburg disease, confirming WHO fears

Tanzania’s president says one sample from a remote northern part of the country has tested positive for Marburg disease, a highly infectious virus which can be fatal in more than 88% of cases without treatment

The Independent UK · Jan 20, 2025

Tanzania’s Maasai are being forced off their ancestral land – the tactics the government uses

Tanzania has a long and troubling history of evicting communities from their lands. This has happened under the guise of expanding protected conservation areas, which make up over 40% of its territory.

The Conversation · Jan 16, 2025

WHO Reports Suspected Marburg Outbreak In Northern Tanzania

Recent Marburg disease outbreak in Tanzania with 8 fatalities, high national risk, and no specific treatment available. Learn about the symptoms, transmiss...

Top News · Jan 15, 2025