Justice Imani Daud Aboud, outgoing AfCHPR President. By The Arusha News Reporter The Arusha-based African Court on Human and Peoples’ Rights will commence its 77th Ordinary Session on Monday, June 2. The month-long session will include the election of a new President to lead the continental judicial body. The incoming President will succeed Justice Imani…
The construction of the brand-new multi-purpose stadium in Arusha — one of the key venues for the 2027 Africa Cup of Nations (AFCON) — has reached an impressive 35 per cent completion stage. According to engineers at the site, the project is progressing smoothly and is even ahead of schedule, a development that has been…
By The Arusha News Reporter The Arusha-based East African Community Think Tank Association (EACTTA) has extended its congratulations to Tanzanian cardiologist and health policy expert, Prof Mohamed Yakub Janabi, following his recent election as the World Health Organisation (WHO) Africa Regional Director. Prof Janabi was elected during a special session of the WHO Africa Regional…
By Mboneko Munyaga East African Community (EAC) and Southern African Development Community (SADC) Heads of State and Government have appointed five former African presidents as Facilitators for the implementation of the Joint Report of Ministers of the two regional blocs on the peace process in DR Congo. In a Communique issued after their meeting that…
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…
China’s recent announcement to eliminate tariffs on imports from all African countries with which it maintains diplomatic relations presents a rare opportunity for Tanzania to expand its export base, diversify its economy and build stronger trade ties with one of the world’s largest markets. This is a particularly timely opportunity, given the imposition of tariffs…
A stroke occurs when blood flow to a part of the brain is interrupted, either by a blockage (ischaemic stroke) or bleeding (haemorrhagic stroke). Without oxygen-rich blood, brain cells begin to die within minutes, making stroke a true medical emergency. Globally, stroke is one of the leading causes of death and long-term disability—and in many…
Now that Israel and Iran are observing a ceasefire, Africa and the world can breathe a sigh of relief perhaps we as Africans can begin to voice our views. The greatest lesson from the nearly two-week conflict is that nothing surpasses diplomacy in resolving global disputes. The world held its breath, fearing that the war…
Rwanda and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) were yesterday expected to sign a peace deal. It promises an end to hostilities, respect for borders and a separation of armed groups. But here’s the catch: It’s being brokered by the United States and observed by Qatar. Not by the African Union (AU). Not by the…
Driving past Makumira, a suburban area along the Arusha–Moshi highway, always brings back memories of some of the great and historically significant figures of our country. This was equally true some 30 years ago when I used to make that journey at least twice a week. It was in 1994–95, when I was running errands…
In a nation known for poetic revolutions and revolutionary poets, few figures straddled the pulpit and podium quite like Sheikh Kaluta Amri Abeid. A name so nice, they said it twice—and still managed to confuse half the population. Yes, he’s the one not from Zanzibar. And no, he’s not Karume, though history students and wedding…
