I am old enough to remember the Sunday driving ban of the 1970s imposed by the government to mitigate rising fuel costs induced by the energy crisis. The ongoing war between Iran against the United States and Israel is leading us back to a similar crisis. With fuel prices having risen by roughly 30 per…
Tanzania, like every country in the world, is feeling the adverse effects of the ongoing oil crisis caused by the USA/Israel-Iran conflict. Previous oil crises have occurred before and each time they happen, our economy has never been left unscathed. It is estimated that the total economic cost arising from the current crisis is about…
When his mother, the late Queen Elizabeth ll was alive, many had doubted whether the Prince of Wales, a somewhat reckless Prince Charles, would live to the task of a future King of the United Kingdom. Also, many openly suggested he abdicate the Throne in favour of his son, and heir, Prince William. However, by…
Malaria remains one of the leading causes of illness and death among children in many parts of Africa. Young children are especially vulnerable because their immune systems are still developing. Malaria is caused by parasites transmitted through the bite of an infected mosquito, usually at night. After the bite, symptoms can appear within a few…
BY THE ARUSHA NEWS REPORTER TCA secured a hard-fought three-wicket victory over Meru Cricket Club (MCC) in the PowerPack T20 Cricket League 2026 after successfully chasing down a target of 113 at the St. Constatine Grounds last weekend. MCC were bowled out for 112 runs in 18.4 overs despite a quickfire innings from Anish Jepron,…
BY THE ARUSHA NEWS REPORTER Nairobi, Friday. Arusha’s top golfer Madina Idd has made a promising start at the ongoing Kenya Ladies Amateur Stroke Play Championship, which teed off yesterday at Limuru Country Club. The 2023 champion, who entered the three-day tournament determined to reclaim her title, showed early composure and sharp form in the…
BY THE ARUSHA NEWS REPORTER Two Arusha-based teams — Police Arusha SC and Institute of Accountancy Arusha (IAA) — are set to carry the region’s hopes as Tanzania heads into the prestigious East African Netball Clubs Championship scheduled from Sunday, May 10, 2026, in Nairobi, Kenya. The week-long tournament will be staged at Ulinzi Sports…
FROM THE ARUSHA NEWS REPORTER IN DODOMA The Minister for Information, Culture, Arts and Sports, Paul Makonda, told Parliament that construction of the new Arusha stadium—earmarked for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON)—has reached 77 per cent completion. Presenting his ministry’s 2026/27 budget estimates in the National Assembly, his first since being appointed minister…
FROM THE ARUSHA NEWS CORRESPONDENT Prisca Lyimo has been crowned Miss Grand Arusha 2026 after emerging top during the Miss Grand Tanzania auditions held in the city last weekend. Lyimo, 23, a model and aspiring entrepreneur, stood out among 25 contestants to secure the regional title. She will now represent Arusha at the national finals,…
BY MLEMI ALPHONCE Media owners and practitioners used this year’s World Press Freedom Day in Arusha to push for greater media freedom alongside improved access to economic opportunities, warning that financial insecurity was increasingly undermining the profession. Speaking during last week’s commemoration, media practitioners said editorial independence cannot be sustained without economic stability, citing low…
