Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is a common digestive disorder diagnosed mainly on the basis of symptoms, after other important causes have been excluded. There is usually no single laboratory test that confirms IBS. IBS is increasingly understood as a disorder of gut-brain interaction. The brain and intestines communicate continuously through nerves, hormones, immune signals and…
The writer of this article, Mr Sukhdev Chhatbar (right), with world-renowned conservationist Dr Jane Goodall (left) at the Cultural Heritage Centre in Arusha in February 2025. At the centre is Mr Saifuddin Khanbhai, the Centre’s Managing Director, who is overseeing the construction of the Jane Goodall Museum at the Centre. BY SUKHDEV CHHATBAR One year…
I am grateful that I can talk on ethical issues in this column and as I continue to do so every week, I become more convinced that what Philosopher Albert Einstein says is perennial wisdom that we must embrace in our everydayness. Einstein (1879-1955) says: there is one best way of teaching or showing the…
These phones! These phones we love and cannot ignore- even while eating. I was rushing out of a morning train (to work) and in front – a young dude, trousers hanging, revealing underpants, watched a film, walking as if injured; blocking my way and others behind. Gently, tapped the chap- he turned abruptly-with an expression…
As Arusha continues to grow as a major commercial and tourism centre, strengthening public safety should remain an important priority. With Arusha preparing to host matches during AFCON 2027, the need for effective security measures becomes even more important. One practical step would be the expansion of a modern CCTV surveillance system across the city….
Have you ever reached a point, while still relatively young, when you realised that your life might be coming to an end? It is a chilling realisation and, without doubt, a soul-searching experience. Among other things, you wonder whether your life has been worth living. Have you left a positive or negative legacy? You also…
FROM THE ARUSHA NEWS REPORTER IN MOSHI A fierce fire on Mount Kilimanjaro has forced the Tanzania National Parks Authority (TANAPA) to temporarily close two climbing routes as teams worked to contain the blaze. The fire erupted on September 28 in the Sangarini area of Kamwanga towards Shira, weeks after another outbreak destroyed more than…
FROM THE ARUSHA NEWS REPORTER IN KARATU The deaths of 10 lions in the Ndutu area of the Ngorongoro Conservation Area have sparked concern among conservationists as authorities investigate suspected poisoning. The lions were found dead on September 18 and 19 after members of a pride of about 33 lions reportedly fed on animal carcasses…
Prime Minister (PM), Dr Mwigulu Nchemba, is expected to address a one day conference for Tanzania diaspora at London’s Millennium Hotel, Kensington, on Sunday, October 11. Announcing recetly, Tanzania High Commissioner to United Kingdom, Mr Mbelwa Kairuki, said the unique event “warmly welcomes all Tanzanians in the diaspora to participate.” Registration can be done online…
FROM THE ARUSHA NEWS REPORTER IN DODOMA President Samia Suluhu Hassan has appointed new District Commissioners for Arusha, Arumeru, Mbulu and Hanang’, as part of a nationwide reshuffle announced on Tuesday, September 29. Nicodemus Tambo Mwikozi becomes Arusha District Commissioner who replaces Mr Joseph Mkude while Neema Lugangira takes over in Arumeru. Mbwana Rajabu Kambangwa…
