Tag: Dar es Salaam
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Udart Expands BRT Phase One with New Buses in Dar es Salaam
Udart’s Bold Move to Expand BRT Phase One In a strategic push to revitalize public transport in Tanzania’s largest city, Udart (UDA Rapid Transport) is rolling out a fleet of new buses intended to dramatically increase passenger capacity on the BRT Phase One corridors in Dar es Salaam. The move comes as urban mobility pressures…
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Udart Aims to Revive BRT Phase One with New Buses in Dar es Salaam
Udart Bets on a Bus Revival for Dar es Salaam Public transport operator Udart—short for Udara Rapid Transport—has unveiled a bold plan to revive Dar es Salaam’s Bus Rapid Transit (BRT) Phase One. After a strategic purchase of new buses, the company intends to increase passenger carriage fivefold, signaling a major shift in the city’s…
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Peace, Stability: Tanzania’s Quiet Strength Driving Growth and Hope
Introduction: The Quiet Power of Peace in Tanzania Peace has long been Tanzania’s quiet power. In a country known for its wildlife and landscapes, it is the everyday calm that allows people to plan, invest, and dream. Stability isn’t flashy, but it is the foundation of progress, from rural farms to bustling markets in Dar…
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Nurturing Youth Mental Health in a Connected World: Lessons from Dar es Salaam
Understanding the Digital Era’s Impact on Youth Mental Health The rapid spread of smartphones and social media has reshaped how adolescents learn, socialize, and cope with stress. In a connected world, online interactions are not optional; they are woven into daily life. For cities like Dar es Salaam and communities worldwide, this reality brings opportunities…
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Nurturing Youth Mental Health in a Connected World: Strategies for Dar es Salaam and Beyond
Understanding the Connected World and Its Mental Health Impact The rapid rise of digital technology has transformed how adolescents in Dar es Salaam—and across the globe—communicate, learn, and socialize. The online world is no longer a separate space; it is deeply woven into daily life. With smartphones, social media, and constant connectivity, young people have…
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Small risks, big vision: The rise of Tanzania’s young e-commerce tycoon in Dar es Salaam
From zero to something: The spark of a bold entrepreneurial journey In the bustling streets of Dar es Salaam, a young entrepreneur is turning cautious risk-taking into a compelling blueprint for success. Ms Shununa Haji’s online venture, Abayatul Al, began with a simple belief: calculated risk, when paired with relentless persistence, can transform a small…
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Small risks, big vision: The rise of a young e-commerce entrepreneur in Tanzania
From Zero to Something: The Spark Behind Abayatul Al In the bustling business landscape of Dar es Salaam, a new story is quietly reshaping the way aspiring entrepreneurs think about success. Ms Shununa Haji, a young and determined founder, is steadily turning calculated risks into a scalable e-commerce venture. Her journey—often described as a blend…
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Morogoro Bus Crash: Survivors Recount Moments Before Fire
Overview of the Morogoro Bus Crash Tragic scenes unfolded on the Morogoro-Dar es Salaam highway when a passenger bus collided head-on with a cargo lorry. The impact set the bus ablaze, trapping passengers inside and leading to the deaths of ten people and injuries to 23 others. Emergency responders arrived at the scene to extinguish…
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Five Dead in Kilimanjaro Helicopter Crash: Rescue Mission Unfolds
Overview of the Incident A helicopter crash on Mount Kilimanjaro in Tanzania claimed the lives of five individuals, authorities confirmed on December 25. Initial reports indicated that the aircraft may have been involved in a medical evacuation mission when it went down on the northern slope of Africa’s highest peak. Local media later referenced the…
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Spokespersons urged to focus on institutions, not people
Context: a call for institutional emphasis In Dar es Salaam, a clear directive was issued to government spokespersons urging them to foreground the work of their institutions rather than the prominence of individual leaders. The message, delivered by Chief Secretary Dr Moses Kusiluka, was framed as a strategic shift in how government communications should be…