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…
(Photo by Richard Kipuyo). Over 1,000 runners took part in last week’s Swahili Day International Marathon, which started and ended at the Arusha Declaration Monument. The event preceded the UN-designated Swahili International Day, celebrated annually on July 7 since last year.
From The Arusha News Reporter in Moshi The annual Nyerere Cup hockey tournament is set to take place in Moshi from 11 to 14 October. According to Tanzania Hockey Union Secretary Kaushik Doshi, the tournament is expected to feature at least ten teams from Dar es Salaam, Arusha, Tanga, Moshi and Zanzibar. Speaking to The…
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…
By The Arusha News Reporter More than 1,500 participants are expected to take part today, Saturday 28 June, in the second Swahili Day Marathon, which will start and finish at the historic Arusha Declaration Monument. The flag-off is scheduled at 6:00 a.m.“This year’s response is tremendous,” said Consolata Mushi, Executive Secretary of the Tanzania Swahili…
By The Arusha News Correspondent ACC secured a thrilling 11-run victory over A to Z in the ongoing Arusha Regional 20-Over Cricket Tournament at St. Constantine’s School Ground last week. After losing the toss, ACC were put in to bat and struggled early, slipping to 82/6. Prasad Boginneni held the top order together with 25…
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…
