I recently attended the All-African Movement Assembly (AAMA) in Accra, Ghana. Hosted by Africans Rising, this vibrant assembly is one of the largest gatherings of African visionaries advocating for different rights on the continent. One of the key campaigns showcased during the event was the Borderless Africa initiative, a movement calling for free movement and the elimination of…
I’ve come across two recurring questions in various online forums: Is it safe to travel to Zanzibar solo? And how do you make friends when travelling solo to Zanzibar? Mostly, it’s solo female travellers asking. But honestly, anyone heading to the Isles solo and unfamiliar with its ways would likely be wondering the same. Before…
If you ask any woman what it’s like to take the leap of faith and start a business, you’ll likely get a long sigh or a nervous laugh. It’s a bitter pill to swallow, especially when you’re not just the captain of your entrepreneurial ship, but also the pilot, co-pilot, snack distributor, and emergency nurse…
Just an hour from Arusha city centre lies a sanctuary dedicated to both the land and its iconic inhabitants: the Arusha Giraffe Centre. Officially launched six months ago, this conservation area serves two noble purposes: to spread awareness about landscape regeneration and to educate visitors and the local community, especially children, about giraffes and their…
Let’s talk about Nyerere National Park. Why, you ask? You’re probably thinking, “Didn’t she already cover it in her last article?” But really, what’s the point of visiting a place if I can’t dish out all the juicy details? Most people still refer to this ‘Land of the Mighty Rufiji’ as Selous. Why? That’s what it…
First, let’s address the elephant with its designer beach bag in the room; Zanzibar isn’t exactly gentle on the wallet. But trust me, every shilling spent buys you a ticket to the kind of paradise where memories sparkle brighter than your dwindling bank balance! I spent the last few days of 2024 in Paje, Zanzibar,…
She guides, drives, dives… And wait for it, she’s also a chef and a skipper! Mic drop… Who is this superwoman? Husna is a woman with many talents. She’s the founder of an all-woman tour agency called Her Tours and Safaris, based in Zanzibar. In just one year since opening her tour company, her initiative…
Mid-week, I found myself swept up in the vibrant chaos of the EAC Boma Road Festival, a block party extravaganza thrown by the East African Community to celebrate its 25th anniversary. Let me tell you, it was lit! The music and the energy… Arusha was alive and kicking. If you ever doubted this city’s ability to…
So, what should I talk about today? Oooh yes! Let’s talk about the ‘Thrill of Solo Driving’. You know, most of my ideas come from conversations I have with different people. This time, it all started with a simple question from a friend: “How do you manage to drive long distances by yourself?” And “Why…
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….