As the East African Community (EAC) advances its vision of deeper regional integration, it is increasingly clear that political commitment must go beyond symbolic gestures. Flying the EAC flag in government offices or singing the regional anthem at official events is not enough to convince East Africans that integration is real, credible and working for…
For most of my adult life, I struggled with dental problems. While my diet included meat and other animal products, I frequently battled cavities and gum inflammation. In those days, I visited my dentist two or three times a year. Some cavities were filled while I lived in England and later in Germany. By my…
The Tanzania Agricultural Society (TASO) Nane Nane Show-grounds in Arusha serve as a vital platform for showcasing agricultural innovations, technologies, and agribusiness opportunities. However, for the show-grounds to achieve their full potential as a regional hub for agricultural excellence, they must evolve from being a once-a-year exhibition site into a modern, multifunctional agribusiness and learning…
Mwalimu Julius Nyerere once said we cannot solve our problems by pretending they don’t exist. Yet, that is exactly what some of us see as happening in East Africa. Agreed. East Africa has taken plausible action to match rhetoric in its resolve to move ahead as a model socio-economic grouping of a people who confess…
Welcoming our lovely readers to our weekly health diaries column where we delve into various disease-related topics simplifying complex concepts for our readers. Bone health is often overlooked until a fracture or osteoporosis diagnosis occurs. However, maintaining strong bones becomes increasingly important after the age of 40, when bone density naturally begins to decline. Healthy…
On second day in Katavi I decided to widen my eyes and thoughts detesting from Ngorongoro–Serengeti menace and took time to enjoy some true peace with me on the banks of the Katuma River in Katavi National Park. No engines noise just witnessing big numbers of varieties of birds and wild animals. Upon arrival I…
Years ago, I found myself at the tail end of a traffic jam in the middle of Singida while driving from Dar es Salaam to Butiama. A section of the road was under repair, and at a narrow diversion, a truck had sunk deep into the mud – blocking more than fifty vehicles on both…
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…
