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Zawya
05-08-2025
- Politics
- Zawya
Tanzania excludes EAC, SADC on observers list for October 28 polls
Tanzania's Independent National Electoral Commission (INEC) has issued permits to 12 Western observer missions to monitor the upcoming general election, now confirmed for October 29. INEC's approved list comprises 11 Western diplomatic missions based in Tanzania and the Civic Chamber of the Russian Federation. However, it excludes observers from regional blocs such as the East African Community (EAC) and Southern African Development Community (SADC), both of which Tanzania is a member. The approved missions are from Denmark, the Netherlands, Canada, Ireland, Germany, Norway, Belgium, Sweden, Britain, the European Union delegation to Tanzania, and the United States. This year's election has drawn more international concern than usual due to a perceived clash with democratic principles and values in the run-up. President Samia Suluhu Hassan's government has been widely criticised for ruthlessly clamping down on opposition voices calling for electoral reforms to prevent a repeat of the 2020 election and municipal elections in 2019 and 2024, which were all marred by allegations of overt rigging in favour of the ruling Chama Cha Mapinduzi (CCM) party. In November 2024, a total of 31.28 million Tanzanians voted in local government elections supervised by the Ministry for Regional Administration and Local Governments (Tamisemi), which resulted in yet another landslide victory for CCM. However, that election was marred by opposition complaints that voter numbers had been inflated from the outset by underage schoolchildren and deceased individuals, paving the way for ballot box stuffing in favour of the CCM. The number of registered voters this year is about 26 percent higher than the 29.7 million for the 2020 election. INEC said the permanent voters register had been updated in two phases, starting in July 2024 and ending on July 4 this year. Observers on tight leashOn July 19, INEC's director of elections, Ramadhani Kailima, said that international observer missions approved for this year's election were required to submit the names of each of their representatives and the areas of the country in which they would be operating via the commission's online accreditation system. The new Presidential, Parliamentary and Councillor Elections Act passed in February 2024, gives INEC the mandate to approve or reject election observers at its discretion and to issue identification letters to approved observers to facilitate their work. The law also contains a clause specifying actions that may result in observers having their permits revoked, including violations of immigration procedures or any of Tanzania's laws. Observers are not permitted to campaign or openly support any candidate or political party during the election. According to the election law's provisions, observers will have the right to observe each stage of the electoral process, move around freely in areas approved by the commission, and enter polling stations to monitor voting and vote counting. All of Tanzania's other 19 registered political parties, besides Chadema, are expected to take part in the election. © Copyright 2022 Nation Media Group. All Rights Reserved. Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
The Irish Sun
28-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
RTE star Daithi O Se beams with pride as he backs his county on All-Ireland final day and shares behind scenes snaps
RTE star Daithi O Se couldn't hide his excitement as he joined thousands of fans in Croke Park to watch his beloved county Kerry lift the Sam Maguire Cup once again. The 3 Daithi attended the All-Ireland final yesterday Credit: Instagram 3 The presenter couldn't hide his joy as his home county secured yet another All-Ireland title Credit: Instagram 3 Daithi shared some snaps from his day on Instagram Credit: Domnick Walsh During the clash, the popular presenter posted a picture of himself looking stressed in the stands as Kerry and But his mood quickly changed as the final whistle blew and Kerry came out on top. After the game, Daithi posted a smiling snap from the stands while Kerry captain Gavin White gave his winning speech. READ MORE ON DAITHI O SE And the celebrations didn't end there as the TV host beamed in a snap outside a packed pub as fans celebrated the Kingdom's big win. And the win will mean even more for Daithi after he had engaged in some on radio with Donegal native Daniel O'Donnell prior to the final. Soft-spoken Donegal singer bragged about his beloved county winning the football final with Kerry TV star Daithi slagging: "He'd talk a pig into a ham sandwich. " The unlikely duo called in to the Oliver Callan Show on most read in the irish sun Wee Daniel fired the opening shot in the head to head as he boasted that the Sam Maguire trophy "has the bag packed" and will be heading back to Donegal. The country music sensation will play a series of shows in Killarney's INEC next month and joked that he won't be able to show his face in Kerry if Donegal lose after all his bragging. Daniel O'Donnell and Daithi O Se have hilarious argument He said: "I have to go to the Kingdom at the end of August because we've shows in Killarney and I do not want to be introduced to Sam Maguire as a Kerry resident so it is all or nothing. "I have to lay it down to Jim and the team for my sake if nobody else's they have to take Sam back to Donegal." He joked: "I might cancel the INEC." GAA-S ROW Daithi said: "They've a new song written now for Daniel when he comes down to Killarney to the INEC and it's called Jimmy's scratching a**es." The light hearted segment ended with Daniel O'Donnell hoping that the All-Ireland final would live up to the game with both teams leaving it all on the pitch. He said: "All joking aside. My hope is that both teams come out and leave everything on the pitch in Croke Park and whoever wins that the other team is proud of what they did. "I think if they both come out and play the way they can play it will be the game of all games and that's what I hope for now seriously. "Whatever team has to go home without Sam that they are happy that they did their best."
The Irish Sun
25-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Daniel O'Donnell and Daithi O Se go head-to-head and take hilarious digs on air ahead of All-Ireland final
THE two nicest men in Irish showbiz engaged in the softest trash talk in radio history today as Daniel O'Donnell and Daithi O Se traded a cupla focal ahead of the All-Ireland final. Soft spoken Donegal singer 2 Daithi is backing his home county to win in the All-Ireland final on Sunday Credit: Andres Poveda LTD 2 Daniel said he'll bring back the Sam to Donegal Credit: Not known, clear with picture desk The unlikely duo called in to the Oliver Callan Show on RTE Radio One as part of a segment building up to the big clash in Croke Park on Sunday. Wee Daniel fired the opening shot in the head to head as he boasted that the Sam Maguire trophy 'has the bag packed' and will be heading back to Donegal this weekend. The country music sensation will play a series of shows in Killarney's INEC next month and joked that he won't be able to show his face in Kerry if Donegal lose after all his bragging. He said: 'I have to go to the Kingdom at the end of August because we've shows in Killarney and I do not want to be introduced to Sam Maguire as a Kerry resident so it is all or nothing. read more on daithi o se 'I have to lay it down to Jim and the team for my sake if nobody else's they have to take Sam back to Donegal.' He joked: 'I might cancel the INEC.' Daithi said: 'They've a new song written now for Daniel when he comes down to Killarney to the INEC and it's called Jimmy's scratching a**es.' Most read in Celebrity The light hearted segment ended with Daniel O'Donnell hoping that the All-Ireland final lives up to the game with both teams leaving it all on the pitch. He said: 'All joking aside. My hope is that both teams come out and leave everything on the pitch in Croke Park and whoever wins that the other team is proud of what they did. Daniel O'Donnell sends fans wild 'I think if they both come out and play the way they can play it will be the game of all games and that's what I hope for now seriously. 'Whatever team has to go home without Sam that they are happy that they did their best.' Daithi slagged the sweet talking Donegal man and claimed: 'He'd talk a pig into a ham sandwich.'
North Wales Live
18-07-2025
- Entertainment
- North Wales Live
Bob Dylan ticket prices as three Swansea shows go on sale
Tickets are now on sale for Bob Dylan's UK tour, including three shows in Swansea. The Mr. Tambourine Man singer confirmed he will grace Swansea with three performances this November, as part of his "phone free" 2025 UK and Ireland tour. The legend's 'Rough and Rowdy Ways Tour' is set to sweep into the Building Society Arena on November 9, 10, and 11 after already clocking up four years on the tarmac. Presale tickets went on sale at 10am on Wednesday, July 10, while general admission tickets hit the market at 10am on Friday, July 18. Pre-registration for the venue presale has now closed, but alternatively, tickets can be sought at Ticketmaster. Prices for the sought-after tickets start from £82.77, as well as the additional booking fee of £3.95 booking fee. However, a look at the Event Travel site via Ticketmaster shows that tickets are now ranging from as much as £300- £400. On November 9, 10 and 11, the 'front row experience' for the Swansea shows are now sold out, according to the site. These tickets started from £400. Meanwhile, the 'gold hot ticket package' is still available, with prices starting from £300. The folk music icon's visit to Swansea comes four years into his global jaunt, which has already included a revered performance at Cardiff's Motorpoint Arena. Dylan's choice to play Swansea might be seen as a tribute to Welsh bard Dylan Thomas, whose surname the American singer-songwriter adopted. Those who wish to buy a ticket and attend the shows should bear in mind that they will have to say goodbye to their mobiles during the event, as phones are to be securely stowed away in lockable pouches provided at the venue. While they can hold onto their phones (within these pouches) throughout the evening, use of the devices will be off limits, a measure installed by Dylan himself, who remarked that this move ensures "it creates better times for everyone in attendance". Fans have been reassured they will be able to use their phones in an emergency, but only by visiting a dedicated area intended for phone use. Bob Dylan's UK and Ireland tour dates: November 7 - Brighton Centre, Brighton November 9 - Building Society Arena, Swansea November 10 - Building Society Arena, Swansea November 11 - Building Society Arena, Swansea November 13 - Building Society Arena, Coventry November 14 - First Direct Arena, Leeds November 16 - Armadillo, Glasgow November 17 - Armadillo, Glasgow November 19 - Waterfront, Belfast November 20 - Waterfront, Belfast November 23 - INEC, Killarney November 24 - INEC, Killarney November 25 - 3Arena, Dublin
The Irish Sun
11-07-2025
- Entertainment
- The Irish Sun
Folk music icon Bob Dylan announces FIVE Irish dates this autumn with rare Kerry venue – here's when tickets go on sale
FOLK music legend Bob Dylan has officially announced Irish tour dates for 2025 - and die-hard fans are in shock. The legendary Water front two shows at INEC in Killarney and one huge gig at Advertisement 2 Bob Dylan will perform five dates in Ireland this November 2025 2 Dylan will play in Belfast, Killarney and Dublin The 83-year-old icon will take the stage at Belfast's Watefront on Tuesday, November 18 and Wednesday November 19. Followed by two huge shows in the INEC Killarney on Sunday, November 23 and Monday, November 24, before rolling into Dublin's 3Arena on Tuesday, November 25. The dates are part of Despite his age, Bob's showing no signs of slowing down — and his live shows continue to draw crowds from all over the world. Advertisement READ MORE IN BOB DYLAN Tickets for the star 's Irish dates are set to go on sale this Friday, July 18 at 10am on This marks his first return to Mandy wrote on X: "Ah this is class." Suzanne added: "Well that's my Christmas present sorted." Advertisement Most read in Celebrity Breaking Stevie said: "His energy at 83 is amazing." A COMPLETE UNKNOWN - Official Trailer While Tim remarked: "Can't believe he's still touring, tickets will be like gold dust." Known for switching up his setlists, you can expect a mix of old-school classics like Blowin' in the Wind and Knockin' on Heaven's Door, along with newer stuff from his 2020 album Rough and Rowdy Ways. Fans should also note that the use of video cameras and mobile phones will be prohibited at the concerts. Advertisement FINAL HURRAH? The man himself doesn't say much on stage, but what you will get instead is pure, raw performance. Whether this is Dylan's last tour or not is anyone's guess. He's famously unpredictable, but at 83, there's a feeling that every tour could be the final one. So if you've ever wanted to see the man who defined a generation -Don't think twice – it's all right, but don't leave it too late either. Advertisement
