Arusha City Sports Officer Benson Maneno proudly displays one of the three trophies won by the Arusha City team at the Local Government Authorities Games (SHIMISEMITA) held in Mbeya last week, as some players cheers on. (Photo by a Correspondent) BY MATHAYO LAIZER Arusha city recorded a strong showing at the 2026 Local Government Authorities…
BY THE ARUSHA NEWS REPORTER A DELEGATION from the Confederation of African Football (CAF) has expressed satisfaction with the progress so far achieved in the construction of the new Samia Suluhu Hassan Stadium in Arusha, one of Tanzania’s key venues for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON).The delegation inspected the stadium on Thursday, September…
BY A CORRESPONDENT The spirit of of badminton is making a welcome return to Moshi, thanks to an initiative spearheaded by members of Moshi’s Hindu community and other sports enthusiasts. The revival was coordinated by passionate sports enthusiast Arjun Aggarwal whose dedication to recreation and community engagement has helped breathe new life into the sport….
Among my fond memories of teaching is when, on those rare occasions, a student asks me a question to which I don’t have an answer (despite my years of expertise in a particular subject) or when a student makes an observation that I didn’t think of. When such kind of moments occur, they push the…
Near the dam, we found a beautiful African Fish Eagle perched high in a tree, making its distinctive call. The sound reminded me of my home village, where the bird is common around the water bodies of our scenic plains, catching fish alongside other birds.With powerful limbs, sharp claws and keen senses, these birds are…
I knew he was going to gas out…he needs more experience.”These were the words of new International Boxing Federation, heavyweight champion, last Saturday.The Croatian ended by letting everyone in the famous 02 arena, South East London, know his wife mattered most.FOR HIS VICTORY. Yes; we witnessed the much hyped world heavyweight clash between, winner, Filip…
The late Aly Shariff,Sunrise August 22, 1972, Sunset August 25, 2026. BY THE ARUSHA NEWS CORRESPONDENT Some people live in a city. Others somehow become part of its identity. Aly Shariff was one of them.For decades, Aly was known across Arusha as a gifted stylist, businessman, confidant, entertainer and friend. Through Aly’z Salon and Magic…
The late Jerry Mburi. BY THE ARUSHA NEWS REPORTER Former official of the United Nations International Criminal Tribunal for Rwanda (UN-ICTR) and Tanzanian diplomat, Jerry Mburi (72), was laid to rest on September 2, 2026, at his Kihurio home village in Same District, Kilimanjaro Region. The late Mburi died in Dar es Salaam on August…
FROM THE ARUSHA NEWS REPORTER IN DODOMA Recently sworn-in Vice President, Mr Deogratius John Ndejembi, assumed office pledging to serve all Tanzanians equally.Mr Ndejembi (43), took the oath of office at the State House in Dodoma on Saturday, August 29, succeeding Dr Emmanuel Nchimbi, who resigned the post and his letter was accepted by President…
BY THE ARUSHA NEWS REPORTER The African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights (AfCHPR) has begun its 82nd Ordinary Session at its seat in Arusha with judges expected to consider several pending applications and other judicial matters. The session, which opened on Monday, August 31, 2026 will run until September 25, 2026. During the four-week…
