Former Tanzanian Prime Minister Edward Lowassa has died while receiving treatment for intestinal obstruction, lung problems, and high blood pressure at the Jakaya Kikwete hospital. Vice President Philip Mpango announced his death, and President Samia Suluhu Hassan expressed her condolences, declaring five days of mourning. Lowassa, known for his firm stances and criticism within his party, CCM, had a significant political career, including a brief tenure as Prime Minister from 2005 to 2008 and a switch to the opposition party Chadema in 2015. John Mrema of Chadema praised Lowassa's leadership and convictions.

The ruling party in Tanzania, CCM, has accepted the resignation of its Secretary-General, a decision that has sparked new questions and debates about internal party dynamics ahead of upcoming elections. The resignation was unexpected and the reasons behind it are currently under investigation by the party. Interim leadership has been appointed, and political analysts are closely observing these developments as politicians position themselves for local and general elections in 2025.

TAMWA celebrates 36 years of advocating for women journalists in Tanzania, highlighting significant progress in gender equality and leadership positions in media. The organization, founded in 1987, has been instrumental in initiating national discussions and influencing policy changes. Current challenges such as sexual corruption are still being addressed. Representatives from the Tanzanian government and the US Embassy acknowledged the contributions of women journalists and the importance of press freedom.

The ruling party CCM is ready to advise the government to review the contract with DP World of Dubai, acknowledging its flaws, a shift from its initial support. The opposition party Chadema continues to oppose the contract nationwide. Activist and lawyer Boniface Mwabukusi remains steadfast in his campaign against the contract despite facing ethical violation accusations. The government has yet to issue a final stance on the matter, intensifying debates between supporters and critics.

A conference focusing on human resource issues has commenced in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania, with President Samia Suluhu Hassan warning of the need for decisive action to assist the increasingly large youth population. She emphasized the importance of a unified African agenda to foster youth prosperity, especially as the world enters the fourth industrial revolution. The conference aims to increase investment in human resources to boost productivity, with a focus on the youth, who make up 60% of Africa's population. The World Bank, co-organizer of the event, calls for policy changes to hasten economic reforms. The conference concluded with a joint statement in Dar es Salaam, marking its first occurrence in Africa with Tanzania as the host.

Tanzanian political parties share a closely aligned perspective on President Samia Suluhu Hassan's statement, seeing it as a sign of progress towards a new constitution, a long-standing demand since the initial process stalled in 2014. They believe that the President's commitment to national reconciliation and the inclusion of proposals by a task force are steps towards realizing their goal of an independent electoral commission. Chadema, CUF, and ACT-Wazalendo have all expressed their stances, with CUF emphasizing the importance of public opinion on the new constitution and ACT-Wazalendo highlighting the need to address proposed legal reforms within the year. The timeline for the Registrar of Political Parties to meet with the council of political parties is unclear, but there is anticipation that it may happen soon following President Samia's emphasis.

Anna Pinuni, the wife of missing journalist Azory Gwanda from Mwananchi Communications Limited, expressed her sorrow at receiving an award on behalf of her husband, who disappeared under mysterious circumstances. Azory was honored with the Daudi Mwangosi award by the Union of Tanzanian Press Clubs for his fearless reporting on brutal killings. Despite her grief, Anna finds hope and strength in the recognition of Azory's work. She recalls Azory's passion for journalism and hopes for his return, while also calling on authorities, including the President and the Minister of Home Affairs, to help find her husband.