By Mboneko Munyaga Some of our very good friends had given us not more than four months of publishing. There was no way, they said, a hard, print copy, not backed by massive financial capital, could survive in the digital era. But as they say, nothing beats determination, or rather that intangible quality of believing…
Last week we discussed the young soldier who committed suicide in 2021. She had been pestered by a senior officer while her superiors would not take her complaints seriously. Such struggles are everywhere, including sports. I know a guy who never watches female football. “I can’t bear seeing half-naked women running with the ball… showing…
By Nicodemus Ikonko Construction of an ultra-modern bus terminal at Bondeni, some 12 kilometres southwest of Arusha City, will start in June this year, the Member of Parliament (MP) for Arusha Urban, Mr. Mrisho Gambo, has said. Once ready, upcountry buses will utilise the outer ring East African By-Pass Road to avoid traffic congestion in…
Construction work on the new multi-purpose stadium in Arusha, one of the venues selected for the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), has reached an impressive 35 per cent completion stage. According to the engineers at the site, the project is progressing well, and even slightly ahead of schedule, raising hopes that the stadium…
America shocked Europe by holding a meeting with Russia in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, on February 18, 2025, to discuss the fate of Ukraine without both Ukraine and Europe being invited. It was the first biggest sign of reshaping the New World Order by Big Powers, very much similar to the Berlin Conference 140 years ago…
Heat stress is a leading cause of weather-related deaths and can exacerbate underlying conditions such as cardiovascular disease, diabetes, and asthma. It can also contribute to the transmission of certain infectious diseases. Understanding heat-related illnesses Common heat-related illnesses include: Certain groups are at a higher risk of heat-related illnesses, including: How the body responds to…
Last month marked a significant milestone for environmental conservation and youth empowerment in the Kilimanjaro region. In collaboration with Greenmanjaro, the Tanzania Forest Services (TFS), and the Jane Goodall Institute’s Roots and Shoots programme (Roots & Shoots), we proudly inaugurated the Kili Green Hub in Rau, Moshi. This pioneering initiative aims to inspire and equip…
This May, Greenmanjaro, in partnership with Roots & Shoots, Afrissol, Silverleaf Academy, and FTK, will host 1,500 students from Jane Goodall’s Roots & Shoots clubs across Tanzania’s Northern Zone at the highly anticipated ‘Kili Kids for Climate’ Festival at Silverleaf Academy, Usa River, Arusha. This two-day event promises an unforgettable experience, featuring interactive activities, storytelling…
One of the first Executive Orders signed by President Donald Trump upon assuming office was the decision to withdraw the United States from the World Health Organization (WHO). However, this measure will not take immediate effect; it is set to be implemented on 21 January 2026. This development is particularly unfortunate, as the WHO has…
Zombie cells, or senescent cells, are aged or damaged cells that stop dividing but remain in the body, releasing harmful inflammatory signals. These cells contribute to aging diseases like Alzheimer’s, heart disease, and diabetes. They accumulate over time, becoming more abundant after the age of 40 or 50, particularly in the liver, fat, joints, and…
