1. Michael Jackson biopic ‘Michael’ moonwalks past box office records

    The film Michael, a biopic of Michael Jackson, has broken box office records with a $217m global opening weekend, becoming the biggest live-action debut of 2026. The highly anticipated biopic...

  2. US content creator Ashlee Jenae to be laid to rest in New Jersey

    Previously, police in Zanzibar confirmed that Ashlee’s death occurred following an attempted suicide.

  3. Tanzanian musician Matonya freed on bail after remand over rape allegations in Kenya

    The artiste also posted a video on his Instagram account, expressing gratitude to God and Tanzanians for their prayers following his release on bail.

  4. Film project to showcase women’s climate solutions in Tanzania

    As climate change continues to disrupt livelihoods, women across Tanzania are increasingly taking the lead in adopting resilient strategies to cope with its growing impact on daily life.

  5. Freestyle fever grips Tanzania as rappers reclaim the mic

    As viral freestyles dominate social media, hip-hop artists are reclaiming relevance through raw, unscripted performance.

  6. Apple Music names Moses Luka as latest Up Next artist in East Africa

    Apple Music has announced Tanzanian gospel singer and songwriter Moses Luka as the newest artist to join its Up Next artist development program in East Africa.

  7. Creators’ Sh2 billion loan scheme delayed to secure better terms

    The government has delayed the rollout of a Sh2 billion loan facility for content creators to allow for a review of interest rates and lending conditions, aimed at making the scheme more...

  8. Tanzania to host 74th Miss World pageant in 2027

    Tanzania has signed a contract to host the 74th Miss World competition in 2027, in a move expected to boost the country’s tourism, hospitality and creative sectors

  9. It was Latricia’s night as she sweeps crown, two major awards at Miss World Tanzania

    It was truly the night of Latricia Ian, who delivered a commanding performance to be crowned the first-ever Miss World Tanzania while also clinching two major subsidiary titles in a glamorous...

  10. Latricia Ian crowned first-ever Miss World Tanzania in historic pageant

    As the country’s first-ever representative in the competition, all eyes will be on her as she carries the national flag onto one of the world’s most celebrated stages

  11. BASATA settles Miss World representation amid growing pageant debate

    Tanzania’s beauty pageant industry is facing one of its most defining transitions in years after the National Arts Council (BASATA) moved to clarify who officially represents the country at the...

  12. Dar set to host first international comedy festival

    Dar es Salaam is stepping into the continental spotlight as it prepares to host the inaugural Punchline International Comedy Festival (PICF) 2026, set to run from May 25 to June 1.

  13. Miss World representation confusion explained as Basata backs 361 Degrees Africa

    Historically, Miss Tanzania fed directly into Miss World under Hashim Lundenga. That link has now been severed, aligning Tanzania with global practice where a single licensed entity controls...

  14. Miss World 2025 to grace Miss World Tanzania grand finale in Dar es Salaam

    With international queens, top entertainment, and a competitive lineup of contestants, this year’s Miss World Tanzania finale promises to be one of the most memorable editions in the country’s...

  15. Tanzania set to host Miss World 2027 as government confirms

    Mr Makonda explained that the MoU outlines key expectations from the Miss World Organisation, as well as responsibilities that the Government of Tanzania will undertake in hosting the global event.