Vulgarity in Music: Threat to Tanzania’s Cultural Values TALKING SPORTBy A Special Correspondent In recent years, Tanzania has seen a surge in musical content from young artists that stirs debate about its alignment with the country’s cultural norms and values. Songs like “Naenda Toilet, Nyege Nyegene, Nipe Bia” and “Nitongoze”, among others, may seem humorous…
Bodaboda operators in Arusha City have received Sh20 million with which to establish their own co-operative union, courtesy of a grant from President Samia Suluhu Hassan and the Arusha Urban Member of Parliament, Mr Mrisho Gambo. The grant was handed over to the city bodabodas by national chairman of the ruling party’s youth organisation, UVCCM,…
The government has pledged to modernize Arusha city’s road network, starting more urgently with the 14-kilometre stretch from Tengeru to Usa River on the road to Moshi and the section from around the Kilombero Market to Kisongo on the westward main road to Singida and Dodoma. The promise was made by two cabinet ministers, Mr…
One of the life lessons that we get in the journey of life is that everyday presents life challenges to us. It is like saying that we are always in some kind of struggle or a fight to be the best that we can be. It takes courage and profound spiritual understanding to win these…
Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) refers to resolving disputes without litigation or court processes. In other words, ADR provides an alternative approach where parties can resolve conflicts without going to trial. It is a voluntary, participatory and facilitated discussion between the disputing parties. Benefits of Alternative Dispute Resolution (ADR) ADR offers numerous advantages: faster Resolution: Complaints…
The Arusha District Commissioner (DC), Mr Felician Mtahengerwa, has issued a stern warning to the city’s councilors, stating he will not tolerate delays in the implementation of development projects for which funds have been allocated but were stalled due to bureaucracy. In a recent town hall-style meeting with the councilors, attended by members of the…
Arusha Regional Commissioner (RC), Mr Paul Makonda, believes that the fight against poverty should begin at the family level with community members willing to share knowledge and business skills. Addressing the public recently, Mr Makonda said time has come for decisions to kick poverty to be made at the family level with members ready to…
High-altitude mountain climbing poses many challenges, which makes it all the more exhilarating when diplomatic envoys, typically not associated with high levels of physical endurance, successfully reach the freezing summit of Mount Kilimanjaro, Africa’s highest peak. According to information from the Tanzania National Parks Authority (TANAPA), three ambassadors—one retired and two still serving—were among nearly…
The 23rd edition of Kilimanjaro Premium Lager International Marathon, set for February 23, 2025, in Moshi, will offer cash prize of TSh 5.5 million each for the top male and female finishers, according to the organisers. This year’s event is expected to attract over 6,000 local and international runners. Kicking-off the event’s preparations, Kilimanjaro Regional…
