By Kusekwa Kusekwa The High Court in Manyara Region has sentenced one Paskal Petro Saqware to death by hanging for the killing of a nursery school pupil, whose name has been withheld for ethical reasons, in Babati District, last year. Judge Frank Mrindoko ordered Saqware to hang until he dies after convicting him of murder…
We all know the feeling—some mornings we wake up full of energy, while other days, getting out of bed feels like a battle. Why does this happen and how can we wake up feeling refreshed every day? How long should you sleep? Doctors recommend 7 to 9 hours of sleep for adults. This allows your…
When news emerged last week that the much-anticipated Mount Kilimanjaro International Convention Centre (MKICC) in Arusha is finally becoming a reality, residents breathed a sigh of relief. The project has been in the planning stages for the last 18 years, so its commencement is indeed welcome news. MKICC is set to transform Arusha into a…
Everyone knows about Malaria and many have probably been diagnosed with the disease. Malaria is a major disease, especially in developing countries and has been prevalent for years. Malaria is caused by the protozoan “Plasmodium” and is found in tropical countries. Four species cause disease in humans: P. falciparum (most dangerous), P. ovale, P. vivax,…
The World Health Organisation (WHO)’s Director General, Dr Tedros Adhanom Ghebreyesus, has issued a chilling warning that an estimated three million people globally were at risk of dying from HIV/Aids for lack of medication due to the suspension of aid by the American government. Let us face it. The vast majority of those shall be…
In a village in Same District, Kilimanjaro region, the night was alive with noise—roars, scurrying sounds, screams and grunts, most shrouded in mystery. I recognised the calls of nightjars, the Spotted Thick-knee, two owls constantly calling to each other, and the very loud cries of hyenas announcing their presence. They called almost throughout the night,…
Tanzania’s decision to build a $172 million indoor arena is a game-changer for East Africa’s creative industry. For years, governments in the region have focused on sports, pouring billions into stadiums while ignoring the arts. Now, following pressure from musician Diamond Platnumz, Tanzania has finally recognised the value of entertainment infrastructure. Our region has produced…
f you are a grandparent, parent or teacher, you have experienced those moments when your grandchild, your child or student has done something wrong, sometimes something very wrong. Naturally, you become angry or troubled or frustrated, or all of them together. What do you do in this situation? There are several ways of responding to…
We are in the holy month of Ramadan (Mwezi Mtukufu wa Ramadhani), therefore, let us begin with two recent clips on the subject. TikTok featured a Tanzanian woman speaking enthusiastically about Ramadan in Kiswahili. As we are aware, in the last 30 years, Muslims have been portrayed very negatively. Some nations have even restricted visas…
Gupta Auto Spares triumphed in the Kilimeru Seven-a-Side Tournament by defeating ACCA 3-1 in a thrilling final at Jaffery Football Ground last week. The match showcased skills and teamwork from both teams. Gupta Auto Spares, along with four other teams – Tan Management, Bobby Tours, and A2G – competed in the tournament. In the photo,…
It is almost impossible to discuss where the world stands today and where it wants to go regarding “sustainable development” or a sustainable environment without first appreciating what happened in the past. This is one linear story, not “Breaking News” that sweeps the reader off their feet with a “staccato intro” before plunging them into…
