As the solemn and reflective period of Lent has begun, we at The Arusha News extend our warmest wishes to you and your loved ones. These 40 days of fasting, prayer and penitence not only offer us a chance to introspect but also to deepen our connection with Christ’s journey and sacrifice. This Lenten season…
Nanja Dam, once a highly dependable source of water for a number of villages in Lower Monduli, is slowly dying due to siltation, evaporation, and invasion by weeds, which normally grow when the water gets very polluted. But at least, in this photo taken recently, the dam is still home to a flock of African…
Time flies very quickly, or so they say. It’s hard to believe that March 7, 2025, marked our first anniversary at The Arusha News. It feels almost like only yesterday, but it has already been a year—a period filled with dynamic reporting that has changed the social landscape for the residents of Manyara, Arusha, Kilimanjaro,…
By Nicodemus Ikonko Construction of an ultra-modern bus terminal at Bondeni, some 12 kilometres southwest of Arusha City, will start in June this year, the Member of Parliament (MP) for Arusha Urban, Mr. Mrisho Gambo, has said. Once ready, upcountry buses will utilise the outer ring East African By-Pass Road to avoid traffic congestion in…
Construction work on the new multi-purpose stadium in Arusha, one of the venues selected for the upcoming 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON), has reached an impressive 35 per cent completion stage. According to the engineers at the site, the project is progressing well, and even slightly ahead of schedule, raising hopes that the stadium…
From Fina Lyimo in Moshi Tanzanian men runners showcased their endurance and talent at the Kilimanjaro International Marathon, which was held last Sunday in Moshi, by claiming top positions. More than 15,000 local and foreign runners took part in the 23rd Edition of the marathon. Hamis Athumani emerged victorious in the men’s 42-kilometre race, crossing…
Zombie cells, or senescent cells, are aged or damaged cells that stop dividing but remain in the body, releasing harmful inflammatory signals. These cells contribute to aging diseases like Alzheimer’s, heart disease, and diabetes. They accumulate over time, becoming more abundant after the age of 40 or 50, particularly in the liver, fat, joints, and…
One of the first Executive Orders signed by President Donald Trump upon assuming office was the decision to withdraw the United States from the World Health Organization (WHO). However, this measure will not take immediate effect; it is set to be implemented on 21 January 2026. This development is particularly unfortunate, as the WHO has…
This May, Greenmanjaro, in partnership with Roots & Shoots, Afrissol, Silverleaf Academy, and FTK, will host 1,500 students from Jane Goodall’s Roots & Shoots clubs across Tanzania’s Northern Zone at the highly anticipated ‘Kili Kids for Climate’ Festival at Silverleaf Academy, Usa River, Arusha. This two-day event promises an unforgettable experience, featuring interactive activities, storytelling…
Last month marked a significant milestone for environmental conservation and youth empowerment in the Kilimanjaro region. In collaboration with Greenmanjaro, the Tanzania Forest Services (TFS), and the Jane Goodall Institute’s Roots and Shoots programme (Roots & Shoots), we proudly inaugurated the Kili Green Hub in Rau, Moshi. This pioneering initiative aims to inspire and equip…
