By: The Citizen   Motorists in Tanzania will need to pay more for fuel from August 7 (today).   The Energy and Water Utilities Regulatory Authority (EWURA) has announced new fuel price caps for August 2024, showing a slight increase compared to July.   In Dar es Salaam, petrol will …

By: The Citizen Shisha smoking, also known as hookah or waterpipe smoking, has gained increasing popularity among university students in Tanzania.   This trend is particularly noticeable during weekends and at music festivals, where students gather to enjoy the social experience that shisha provides.   While many view shisha as …

Mary Muthoni, Principal Secretary for Public Health and Professional Standards, has announced the integration of Linda Mama into the Social Health Insurance Funds (SHIF), which will improve benefits for expectant mothers. Linda Mama, a program offering free delivery services to expectant mothers, will be included in the expanded SHIF, replacing …

The Office of the Registrar of Political Parties (ORPP) has announced the appointment of Hassan Omar as the interim Secretary General of the United Democratic Alliance (UDA). According to ORPP, the appointment process adhered to the Party’s Constitution. In a statement issued on Monday, Registrar of Political Parties Ann Nderitu …

Meta has launched two new monetization features for eligible creators in Kenya: In-Stream Ads on Facebook and Ads on Facebook Reels. These tools will allow creators to earn revenue by producing original videos and engaging with their audiences. Moon Baz, Meta’s Global Partnerships Lead for Africa, the Middle East, and …

Billionaire Yagnesh Devani has been taken to Kilimani police station, where he will remain overnight until Wednesday when he is due to enter a plea regarding corruption charges linked to the Triton oil scandal. Devani appeared in court on Tuesday after a warrant for his arrest, issued in 2009, was …

The Kenyan High Commission in the UK has advised its citizens to remain vigilant due to ongoing protests. In a statement issued on Tuesday, the High Commission urged Kenyans residing in the UK to be cautious about their movements and to follow local authorities’ instructions. They also recommended that Kenyans …

The weather forecast for August 6 to August 12, 2024, predicts a dry spell with sunny and relatively warm daytime temperatures for most regions. According to the forecast, the initial part of the week will see sunny weather and warm temperatures across much of the country. However, conditions are expected …

Mobius Motors is set to cease its operations in Kenya following shareholder approval for its liquidation. On August 5, 2024, it was decided to liquidate the company in accordance with Section 393(1)(b) of the Insolvency Act. The shareholders also appointed KVSK Sastry as the liquidator to oversee the winding-up process. …

Kenya has initiated evacuation measures for its citizens in Lebanon in response to escalating regional tensions. The situation in the Middle East has deteriorated following Iran’s vow of retaliation against Israel for the assassination of Ismail Haniyeh, the leader of Hamas. The Kenyan Ministry of Foreign Affairs, through its Department …