Across the animal kingdom, dietary habits are largely determined by genetic design. Carnivores like cats have short digestive tracts and thrive on raw meat. In contrast, primates—including chimpanzees—and herbivores have longer guts adapted to fiber-rich plant foods. Interestingly, the digestive system of a chimpanzee closely resembles that of a human. Even pigs, whose gut structure…
By Mboneko Munyaga Arusha is experiencing its coldest spell in decades with temperatures dipping to levels last felt in the 1970s. The sharp chill follows an already unpredictable year marked by searing heat, torrential rains and widespread flooding—leaving residents and experts alike questioning what’s driving these extreme conditions. Director of the Moshi-based Kilimanjaro Consortium for…
TABWA’s CEO, Ms Noreen Mawalla. By Sukhdev Chhatbar The Tanzania Business Women Association (TABWA) is spearheading change by uniting women and youth entrepreneurs from both formal and informal sectors. Since 2019, it has implemented impactful programmes such as the Clean Cooking Marathon, mentorships and financial literacy workshops to foster inclusive economic growth. Working with government…
Chairperson of ESA SUNB CSN, Mr Edgar Onyango (left), exchanges documents with ECSA-HC Director General, Dr Ntuli Kalopogwe, following the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) in rusha earlier this week. (Photo by Paul Mzungute). In a move to strengthen Africa’s health systems, two regional agencies have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to…
Minister of Natural Resources and Tourism, Ambassador Dr Pindi Chana. From The Arusha News Reporters in Dar es Salaam Tanzania proudly emerged the leading tourism destination in Africa securing an impressive 27 accolades out of the 60 categories at the 2025 World Travel Awards (WTA) Africa and Indian Ocean Gala Ceremony held in Dar es…
From The Arusha News Reporter in Moshi At least 39 people lost their lives last Saturday evening in a horrific head-on collision involving two passenger vehicles on the Moshi–Tanga Highway in Same District. The crash, which occurred in the Sabasaba area, involved a Channel One bus and a Toyota Coaster, both of which burst into…
By Kusekwa Kusekwa The High Court in Moshi has quashed the conviction and life sentence of Issa Abel Chando, who had been imprisoned for allegedly defiling a six-year-old girl in Siha District, Kilimanjaro Region. In a ruling delivered recently by Judge Adrian Kilimi, the high court found that the prosecution failed to prove the case…
The School of St Jude is shining a spotlight on student creativity at its Art Gallery in Moshono and you’re invited to visit and see the creativity! Recently, the school showcased a selection of student artworks at Kiliflair, where a pop-up gallery drew attention from hundreds of visitors. All the displayed pieces were created entirely…
By The Arusha News Reporter Economies of the East African Community (EAC) member states are projected to grow by an average 5.8 per cent in 2025, up from 5.5 per cent in 2024, according to the region’s latest economic outlook. Presenting the EAC Budget Speech for the Financial Year 2025/2026 earlier this week, the Chairperson…
By The Arusha News Reporter Despite significant investments in health infrastructure and equipment, hundreds of qualified doctors in Tanzania remain unemployed each year, raising serious concerns about the growing mismatch between medical training and employment opportunities in the sector. President of the Medical Association of Tanzania (MAT), Dr Mugisha Nkoronko, noted that while the country…
