Culture

How Bali Stole My Heart: A Tanzanian Woman’s Guide to the Island of Gods
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How Bali Stole My Heart: A Tanzanian Woman’s Guide to the Island of Gods

My favourite movie, and when I say favourite, I mean I can watch it every single Friday movie night, is Eat Pray Love, starring Julia Roberts. Parts of the film were shot in Bali, Indonesia, and that’s where the Bali craze began for me. It became a dream of mine to one day end up…

Bleisure, Please! — How to Turn Your Work Trip into a Mini Holiday
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Bleisure, Please! — How to Turn Your Work Trip into a Mini Holiday

I’ve always been the kind of person who accidentally on purpose extends a business trip by two or three days… strictly for leisure, of course. I mean, what’s the point of being in a fabulous destination and not exploring it? Wink wink. But here’s the thing about bleisure, it can be a bit tricky. Your…

The Story Behind Makonde Carvings and Tinga Tinga Paintings — Tanzania’s Rich Artistic Heritage.

The Story Behind Makonde Carvings and Tinga Tinga Paintings — Tanzania’s Rich Artistic Heritage.

Art… It’s funny, you know. Back in school, I couldn’t run away from art class fast enough! Now here I am, utterly fascinated by Tanzania’s artistry. There’s just something sublime about it, a beauty that goes beyond colours and carvings. Today, Tanzania’s vibrant art scene is famous for its Makonde carvings and Tinga Tinga paintings….

Exploring the Cultural Riches of Tanzania: The Maasai, Iraqw, and Hadzabe Tribes

Exploring the Cultural Riches of Tanzania: The Maasai, Iraqw, and Hadzabe Tribes

Tanzania is home to over 120 indigenous tribes, including the Maasai, Iraqw, and Hadzabe. These tribes are known for their unique traditions, ways of life, and deep connection to the land. Let’s explore together… The Maasai The Maasai are a semi-nomadic pastoralist people primarily found in the northern regions of Tanzania and Kenya. Famous for…