We walked uphill, deeper and deeper into the forest, in search of humankind’s closest relatives on Earth — the chimpanzees. A forest ranger was our guide. He walked ahead of us carrying a panga — a long bush-knife — to clear the foliage concealing the path. We did not consider how long it would take…
Uganda has finally set out to begin work on the Malaba–Kampala Standard Gauge Railway. On paper, it’s just another infrastructure project – 272 kilometres of track at a cost of $1.602 billion.But in reality, it’s much more: It’s a wake-up call to the EAC and a reminder of a promise made over a decade ago…
I recall that it was in 1971 when several young native minds and I, then in Form III at the former Mkwawa High School in Iringa, were being groomed into the modern ways of life and society.To our advantage, we were taught by more than 50 teachers from several countries — including Tanzania, India, the…
If you’re a heavy coffee drinker, you’ve likely encountered conflicting expert opinions—one week it’s said to extend your life, the next it’s blamed for shortening it. In an age overrun with fake news, it’s tempting to believe that science should stand as a pillar of truth. But if research constantly contradicts itself, how seriously can…
When I was growing up our elders would say time and time again: The invited one gets a share. This is because our ancestors believed that peace is paramount in the society but justice must reign supreme before peace can sprout and flourish in that society. In this reflection I shall focus on creating peace…
She always seems to roll down London’s streets. Does not matter what time of day, how and when.“Spare some change please, brotho!”Always calls you brother. You are NOT the only person she throws that type of endearment. Seconds later she approaches two chatting women.“Hello dear sistrers, please spare some change.” The “sistrers” have been caught…
It was a lazy day just before the rains were due to arrive. Sunlight and dust formed a veil that obscured the mountains across the lake in the DRC. Scanning the water, we saw many birds, but I was particularly captivated by a Pied Kingfisher — the star of the morning. Upon our arrival in…
Now that Israel and Iran are observing a ceasefire, Africa and the world can breathe a sigh of relief perhaps we as Africans can begin to voice our views. The greatest lesson from the nearly two-week conflict is that nothing surpasses diplomacy in resolving global disputes. The world held its breath, fearing that the war…
A stroke occurs when blood flow to a part of the brain is interrupted, either by a blockage (ischaemic stroke) or bleeding (haemorrhagic stroke). Without oxygen-rich blood, brain cells begin to die within minutes, making stroke a true medical emergency. Globally, stroke is one of the leading causes of death and long-term disability—and in many…
As we age, our circadian rhythm becomes less sharp. Many older people sleep earlier, wake up too soon or suffer from poor sleep. This can affect memory, heart health and immunity. Good news? You can reset your body clock naturally. Getting bright sunlight in the morning, eating meals at the same time every day and…
