At first, I thought it was a joke, a mere prank coming from Kampala intended to cause laughter and amusement in Kenya. But wait. It got more serious as President Yoweri Museveni threatened that “in future, there would be war” with neighbouring Kenya for the right of a permanent corridor or territory guaranteeing Uganda, a…
Every year on 17 November, the world marks World Prematurity Day — a global reminder of the quiet but urgent crisis affecting our tiniest and most vulnerable patients. A baby is considered premature when born before 37 completed weeks of gestation. Prematurity remains the leading cause of neonatal deaths worldwide, yet many people underestimate just…
We were travelling from Singida to Tabora, birding along the way. We were not in a hurry, so the two of us were able to spot different bird species and admire the beautiful landscapes. We were driving slowly when we spotted a Martial Eagle perched on a dead tree, gripping a struggling dik-dik in its…
I watched the recent live broadcast of newly elected members on their first day in the Tanzanian parliament and noticed that some appeared unhealthily overweight. Obesity-related illnesses pose serious health risks, and while for ordinary citizens this may remain a private concern, for elected officials it becomes a public issue that should worry everyone. Obesity…
When I graduated from the University of Dar es Salaam in the mid-70s, I looked forward to beginning what I assumed would be my “boss duties” in one of the many public or government institutions in Bongoland. You see, during those years, everyone who graduated with a degree or advanced diploma from the few colleges…
I still recall that Winter of ’99 when I was in my dorm room at Vanderbilt University in Nashville, Tennessee. A new rendition of A Christmas Carol by Charles Dickens was on the television with the main character of Ebenezer Scrooge being played by the famous actor Patrick Stewart. I shall not forget that moment,…
By The Arusha News Correspondent Annadil crushed Kilimeru 313 in a brilliant display during the ongoing Ali Chomoko Memorial Cricket Cup at the St. Constantine’s ground last weekend. Kilimeru 313 won the toss and chose to bat first but struggled to build momentum managing 74/7 in 20 overs. Shaheed Bibo was the standout with 27…
Hatim Khanbhai in action last weekend. By The Arusha News Reporter Promising golfer Kush Lodhia made his mark on the greens last weekend after rising above a competitive field to top Division One at the one-day Crown Paints Golf Tournament at the Arusha Gymkhana Club. Playing with confidence and control, Lodhia signed off with 37…
Upcoming Ali Rajabu in action recently. By Correspondent Nadeem YusufPlayers born between 1 January 2011 and 31 December 2015 are eligible to compete and the participant entry fee is TZS 5,000.The much-awaited Tanzania Tennis Association (TTA) Under-14 National Junior Tournament begins today at the Arusha Gymkhana Club, bringing together some of the country’s most promising…
By The Arusha News Correspondent. More than 60 golfers are expected to tee off today in the one-day Crown Paints Golf Competition at the Arusha Gymkhana Club. Organisers say the event promises an exciting day on the course with spectators assured of all the thrills and close competition. The tournament will be played in the…
