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…
By The Arusha News Reporter. Winning the toss, MCC elected to bat first but ACC struck early in the on-going Ali Chomoko Memorial Cup played at the St Constatine Grounds last weekend. Parimal Patel made an immediate impact removing two batsmen for zero—and in the process claimed his 100th career wicket becoming only the second…
From The Arusha News Reporter in Moshi The Kilimanjaro Marathon 2026 will take place on 22 March next year in Moshi, Kilimanjaro Region. The annual event, one of East Africa’s most celebrated road races, is expected to attract over 12,000 participants from across Tanzania and around the world. The official launch of the marathon was…
By The Arusha News Correspondent The much-awaited Guru Nanak Motor Rally, which was scheduled to take place in Arusha tomorrow, November 9, 2025, has been postponed until further notice. Confirming the development, Arusha Motor Sports Club (AMSC) Secretary, Monica Lyimo, said the decision was made due to unforeseen circumstances. “We wish to inform all rally…
