U.S embassy in Tanzania temporarily closed due to internet outage.
Both countries have gone on alert for Tropical Cyclone Hidaya, after weeks of torrential rains and floods that have wreaked havoc.
Cyclone Hidaya hits Mtwara and Lindi, in the southern tip of Tanzania causing immense destruction. Public and private beaches deserted with locals and tourists staying away.
Nearly 155 people have died in Tanzania due to floods and landslides triggered by El Nino, over 50,000 households affected, Prime Miniser Kassim Majaliwa says.
Unknown by many, the creation of Tanzania was a hurriedly crafted move to avoid possible military showdown between the United States and the Soviet Union.
At least 1,000 people have been left homeless due to flash floods caused by ongoing heavy rains in Tanzania's northern region of Arusha
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