Charles Kombe

But doubts about President Magufuli's claimed defeat of COVID-19 could keep foreign travelers away

But doubts about Magafuli’s claimed defeat of COVID-19 likely to keep foreign tourists away

Two months ago, the Tanzanian leader suggested inhaling steam could be a coronavirus treatment

Ever since Tanzania’s president endorsed inhaling steam to prevent coronavirus, some have flocked to shops selling steam machines – even though health experts say there is no evidence the method has any impact on COVID-19. Charles Kombe reports from Dar es Salaam.

Despite endorsements by some public officials, medical experts warn that no treatments should be taken at face value until scientifically tested

Despite endorsements by some public officials, medical experts warn no treatments should be taken at face value until scientifically tested

Opposition claims that authorities hiding figures, not taking the pandemic seriously

John Magufuli claims coronavirus is 'satanic' and, as such, it can't survive in churches

The patient is in good condition and officials are tracing those with whom she came into contact after her arrival 

Tanzania is said to be one of the African countries most at risk of importing the coronavirus because of its high trade volume with China. At Tanzania's biggest market, traders are feeling the crunch as the availability of Chinese-made goods shrinks. Charles Kombe reports from Dar es Salaam.