Dar life february 2018 edition

Maps | Restaurants | Cafes | Nightlife | Sightseeing | Shopping | Events | Hotels | Travel Information

TOP

February 2018 - 127

15

y Protea Hotel Beach B i n a Marriott Am Deal

Romantic

pg.

21

VALENTINE DAY

EVENTS & RETREATS

l Specei’as Day

tin Valen ffers O

WEE

pg.

05 Double Tree By Hilton Dar Will you be my Valentine?

pg.

09 Couple International Buffet with Unlimited House Wine

pg.

77

pg. Silver Corio Shop 45 30% off on Gifts & Jewels

Zanzibar-Mafia-Pangani from USD 370

pg. White Sands Hotel (3 in 1 Package) 33 Stay & Enjoy a Candlelight Dinner at the Jetty

pg. Auto Express 04 Purchase 2 Brand Tyres & Get 30% off Express Service

SUNSHINE MARINE LODGE - USD 400 PER COUPLE

● 15% Discount ● Upgrade on Superior Room ● Breakfast & Dinner ● Free Massage ● Free Airport Transfer

OFFER OF THE MONTH

y with Lovely • 2 Night Sta Dinner for 2 on Beach ht • Candle Lig e Bottle of Wine • Fre Beach rse Riding on • Couples’ Ho ary Late checkout • Compliment

A B35E0 PEARCPEHRSON BKUENTD GEIATAM WAY USD

pg. New Africa Hotel 23 Lavish Buffet with Live Music of Full Romance

Coastal Holidays (3 in 1 Package)

Sizzling Per Couple Tsh 495,000/= Breakfast

pg.

63

MILELE VILLAS ZANZIBAR

ean View Room ●3 Night in Oc r eakfast & Dinne Br s iou lic ● De sses Cla ga Yo ee Fr ● Snorkeling ● Kayaking & arks with Whale Sh ● Swimming

pg.

79

GOLDEN TULIP STONE TOWN HOTEL VALENTINE SPECIAL OFFER

2 Nights on Deluxe Room ● Free Rose foe Lady ● Candle Light Dinner ● Free Prison Island Tour ●

pg.

41

- FREE MEMBERSHIP CARD FOR EA RESIDENTS

pg.

53

• 10% off on Spa Treatments • 25% off on Food & Drinks • 15% off on Airport & Ferry Terminal Transfer

2 I Dar Life I February 2017

February 2017 Dar Life I 3

4 I Dar Life I February 2017

February 2017 Dar Life I 5

6 I Dar Life I February 2017

Maps | Restaurants | Cafes | Nightlife | Sightseeing | Shopping | Events | Hotels | Travel Information

TOP

February 2018 - 127

15

Protea Hotel By i Beach Marriott Aman Deal

Romantic

VALENTINE DAY EVENTS & OFFERS!

pg.

21

Specie’salDay

tin Valen fers Of

Will you be my Valentine?

CH N IAMAYAUSDBEA 350 PER PERSO BUTGATAW

pg. Double Tree By Hilton Dar 09 Couple International Buffet with Unlimited House Wine pg. Silver Corio Shop 45 30% off on Gifts & Jewels

Zanzibar-Mafia-Pangani from USD 370

pg. White Sands Hotel (3 in 1 Package) 33 Stay & Enjoy a Candlelight Dinner at the Jetty

pg. Auto Express 04 Purchase 2 Brand Tyres & Get 30% off Express Service

SUNSHINE MARINE LODGE - USD 400 PER COUPLE

● 15% Discount ● Upgrade on Superior Room ● Breakfast & Dinner ● Free Massage ● Free Airport Transfer

OFFER OF THE MONTH

with Lovely • 2 Night Stay Dinner for 2 on Beach • Candle Light Bottle of Wine • Free Riding on Beach • Couples’ Horsery Late checkout • Complimenta

WEEKEND

pg.

05

pg. New Africa Hotel 23 Lavish Buffet with Live Music of Full Romance pg.

77

Coastal Holidays (3 in 1 Package)

Sizzling Per Couple Tsh 495,000/= Breakfast

pg.

63

MILELE VILLAS ZANZIBAR

View Room ●3 Night in Ocean & Dinner ● Delicious Breakfast Classes ● Free Yoga Snorkeling ● Kayaking & with Whale Sharks ● Swimming

pg.

79

GOLDEN TULIP STONE TOWN HOTEL VALENTINE SPECIAL OFFER

2 Nights on Deluxe Room ● Free Rose foe Lady ● pg.

Candle Light Dinner ● 41 Free Prison Island Tour ●

- FREE MEMBERSHIP CARD FOR EA RESIDENTS

pg.

53

• 10% off on Spa Treatments • 25% off on Food & Drinks • 15% off on Airport & Ferry Terminal Transfer

CALENDAR OF THE MONTH

CONTENT

Events around Town 10 The Inside Guide: News, Events & Special Offers 12 News Bits 14 16 Kilimanjaro Marathon 2018 Cultural Program 24 Top 15 Special Valentine Day Offers 26 Music & Dance by Compagnie Propo 36 Sauti Za Busara Music Festival 38 44 A Sneak Preview: Jazz Trio Session By Mopao Oysterbay Famers Market 48 Celebrate Valentine’s Day in Tanzania 74

SOCIETY & LIFESTYLE Launch of Music Album to Support Charity Rotary Zanzibar & Fumba Town Golf Day

22 50

HEALTH CARE

3 Tips to Improve Your Relational Skills 46 Intelligence & Care by Sali International Hospital 54

REGULAR FEATURES

Tech Talk Review 34 Book Review 84 Business Directory 102 Dar Shopping Guide 106

BUSINESS & CAREER

3 Key Tips for First Jobber 5 Ways to Stimulate Sales Growth & Business Value

FASHION & BEAUTY

Highlights of Swahili Fashion Week 2017

68 72

64

TOURIST INFORMATION

Exploring Rivertrees “Country Inn” 80 Wild & Beauty of Mikumi National Park 88 Travel File 92 Hotels & Resorts 94 Travel Schedule 96 Tanzania Travel Tips 108 Arusha Map 110 Zanzibar Map 112

ENTERTAINMENT

Dar by Night 56 Lunch & Dinner Time 98

8 I Dar Life I February 2017

February 2017 Dar Life I 9

10 I Dar Life I February 2017

February 2017 Dar Life I 11

the inside guide news

A Multicultural Night

Come and experience a bimonthly Multicultural Night at Alliance on 21st February from 7pm-10pm.

Traditional music by Segere, remarkable for its fast rhythms, directly descending from Zaramo cultural traditions. As such it has similarities with Mchiriku and Safi Theatre performs improvised traditional ngoma music (drumming and dance), blending their unique and lively shows with acrobatics in order to create an exciting mix of traditional Tanzanian Music and artistic creativity. Entrance is free.

For more information, please call 022 2131 406

Events, Special Offers

The Kilimanjaro Marathon 2018

The 2018 event marks the 16th year and this year Kilimanjaro Marathon expect over 10,000 plus runners in the various events, with approximately 20,000 spectators on route and in the stadium. This year’s event will be held at the Moshi Cooperative University (MoCU) on Sunday 4th March 2018, from 6am and will comprise the following races 42 km, 21 km, and the 5km fun run. There is already a lot of buzz all over as the online registration continues with this year looking promising in terms of numbers following the growing popularity of the marathon.

For more information & registration, please visit www. kilimanjaromarathon.com

Sauti za Busara Festival 2018

Now excitement and anticipation are rising fast for East Africa’s favorite music festival, Sauti za Busara. The festival is gearing up to for its 15th annual event celebrating music from across Africa in Stone Town, Zanzibar from 8 – 11 February 2018. The globally acclaimed extravaganza takes place at the Old Fort and Forodhani Gardens, hosting 46 exhilarating music performances bringing over 460 artistes on three different stages on four nights in February.

In addition to music live shows, the festival includes several other activities both in Stone Town and in other locations in Zanzibar; the most popular of them being fashion shows and a carnival parade in the streets of Stone Town. The festival also provides networking opportunities for African artists and music professionals, creates employment for locals, and draws in business for tourism, which is the top income generator on the island.

Uhuru Walk for a Good Cause Uhuru Walk is an annual event that aims at raising funds for the education of underprivileged children. Come with your family and friends on 25th February and walk for a good cause and (optional) treasure hunt! The walk will begin from Mafume Street at Meadows Academy from 7am – 12pm.

Help the children with a terminal disease to look forward to waking up the next day.

For more information, please Visit www.uhuruwalk.org

For more information or to make reservations, please call +255 773 822 294.

If you have an event or project that you would like to publicize free of charge, please email us at dar_life@yahoo.com.

12 I Dar Life I February 2017

February 2017 Dar Life I 13

February - 2018

Ethiopian to Debut Flight to Geneva Ethiopian Airlines is set to launch direct thrice weekly service to Geneva, Switzerland on June 3, 2018. Hosting the highest number of international organizations in the world including the headquarters of many of the agencies of the United Nations and the Red Cross, Geneva is a global city and center for diplomacy. The route will be operated with a Boeing 787-800, one of the most technologically advanced aircraft in the carrier’s fleet family, featuring up-todate amenities with redefined travel experiences. As with all Ethiopian’s flights, customers will enjoy the much acclaimed African-flavored Ethiopian hospitality.

Yellow Fever Entry Requirements in Tanzania Mainland Tanzania is mapped by the World Health Organization as a low risk country because no Yellow fever virus has been isolated in the country. Yellow fever is a serious disease that is monitored internationally and therefore classified by the International Health Regulations (IHR), 2005 as a Public Health Emergence of International Concern (PHEIC). All PHEIC require specific monitoring procedures and measures that commensurate with and restricted to public health measures to meet the IHR, 2005 purpose. Yellow fever vaccination which is given as a single dose should be administered ten (10) days before entering the country. A single dose is capable of providing a life protection against the virus. Exempted people due to medical reasons and age (above 60 and below 1 year) should seek medical attention in case of fever, headache, muscle and joint aches. Failure to produce a valid certificate of vaccination against Yellow fever to those eligible may lead to refusal of entry or vaccinated upon arrival and kept under close public health observation for not more than 10 days.

Inauguration of a National Destination Tanzania Branding Committee The Minister for Natural Resources and Tourism Hon. Dr Hamis Kigwangala has launched a National Destination Tanzania Branding Committee for the purpose of establish a compelling and positive brand image for Tanzania which will be used to promote Tanzania tourist attractions to the world tourism markets.

This committee based on Public Private Partnership of which involved 21 members from Government institutions, Tourism Stakeholders from Tanzania mainland and Zanzibar, and other Marketing Professionals from private companies. The launching ceremony was held on 11th January, 2018 at National Collage of Tourism, Bustani Campus, Dar es Salaam.

The First Gemstone Museum in East Africa Paragon are passionate about Tanzanite and other gemstones found locally including Tsavorite, Spinel, Moonstone. Paragon is the newest endeavor of a group of companies who have been in the business of gemstones in general and Tanzanites in particular for over 30 years. They have the privilege of bringing the first gemstone museum to East Africa.” The Paragon showroom is located on Chole road in Masaki, Dar-es-Salaam.

You can visit the new museum to see some samples of local gemstones and minerals found around Tanzania and to watch videos to learn more about Tanzanite’s and the mines located at Merelani. Inside the showroom, you can browse loose cut gemstones and Tanzanite jewellery, as well as other colored gemstones set in both gold and silver to suit every budget and taste. Our staff is happy to show you around and share our pride in all these beautiful things.

For personal viewing and appointment, call +255 766 888 866.

If you have an event or project that you would like to publicize free of charge, please email us at info@darlife.com or dar_life@yahoo.com

14 I Dar Life I February 2017

February 2017 Dar Life I 15

2018

Kilimanjaro Marathon Marks 16th Anniversary

A true international marathon

By John Addison

The Kili Marathon started as a simple idea formed by event organizers, Wild Frontiers in 2002, over a cold Kilimanjaro Lager. It developed as a great way to draw tourism in to Kilimanjaro – an iconic name and place for a marathon, using sport and a new marketing idea to attract runners to Tanzania, who would then climb the mountain, or go on safari after running the race.

A

year after generating some marketing on a tiny budget, attracted a mix of a few ‘international’ runners coupled with local interest – and ended up with a field of about 300 – 400 runners in total who enjoyed the race. Back in 2003, the local interest from villagers was piqued and they came out to see what was going on in their quiet town so early on a Sunday morning. Children followed some of the athletes, there were goats on the side of the roads, part of the course was on dirt, but generally most people went about their morning activities – like any other Sunday.

16 I Dar Life I February 2017

The inaugural race was a full 42km and half marathon distance and timekeeping was done manually with stop-watches which was quite easy with a small group of runners.

Today, the roads are brimming full with athletes – shoulder to shoulder at the start, as they pit for top honors. The event now has, in addition to the full and half, a hugely popular 5km Fun Run. Over the years, our main sponsor Kilimanjaro Premium Lager, together with other sponsors have helped us turn this tiny event into a monster. Thee sponsors have to

KILIMANJARO MARATHON 2018 RACE INFORMATION Kilimanjaro Premium Lager Full Marathon 42.2km: (Minimum age 21) • Entry Fees– foreign residents: $65 |East African citizens Tsh10,000/- |East African residents or work permit holders $35.

• Starts: 06h30 am | Final cut-off after 6hrs, i.e. 12:30 pm (midday).

Tigo Half Marathon 21 km: (Minimum age 18) • Entry only – foreign residents: $65 | East African citizens Tsh8,000/- | East African residents or work permit holders $35.

• Starts: 7h00 am |Final cut-off 12:30 pm (midday).

5km Fun Run: (Minimum age 10) • Fun run – Foreign residents – Tsh5,000/- | local residents and citizens Tsh5,000/- | East African residents or work permit holders Tsh5,000/-.

• Starts: 07h15 am |No cut-off |This race is not timed.

claim a large part of the credit for this success. The race serves to test Tanzania’s upcoming top athletes, with world-class times being posted by these talented runners – as well as getting close to 9000 runners over various distances, enjoying the morning out.

‘

The 2018 event marks the 16th year and this year we expect over 10,000 plus runners in the various events, with approximately 20,000 spectators on route and in the stadium. All this is attributed to the commitment from sponsors and other stakeholders who have closely been working with us to put together the event,” says Wild Frontiers Managing Director, John Addison who is the founder and main organizer of the event.

As well as being a great breeding ground for the local talent, the event draws quality runners from neighboring countries, and from around the world – with up to 40 nationalities attending the event.

Apart from the sports element, the event has a big pay off in the region, with sponsors building their CSR around the event and the economic benefits to the country and the region are huge. There is also a change of lifestyle across the country with many more people taking up running, to keep healthy and socialize. Every true Tanzanian wants to participate in the “kili “as it February 2017 Dar Life I 17

18 I Dar Life I February 2017

This year’s event will be held at the Moshi Cooperative University (MoCU) on Sunday 4th March 2018, from 6am and will comprise the following races 42 km, 21 km, and the 5km fun run. There is already a lot of buzz all over as the online registration continues with this year looking promising in terms of numbers following the growing popularity of the marathon.”

Due to the increase in numbers and also to avoid last minute rush as previously experienced in Moshi, we introduced Dar

es Salaam as a registration center from February 24 to 25 at Mlimani City from 10am to 4pm while in Arusha registration will take place at Kibo Palace Hotel on February 27 to 28 from 2pm to 8pm then end with Moshi on March 1 (12pm – 7pm), March 2 (10am -7pm) and on March 3 (9am -12pm).

Addison finished by wishing all the participants in this year’s Kilimanjaro Premium Lager Marathon, the TIGO Half Marathon and the Grand Malt Fun Run, all the very best of luck – Go out there, have fun, enjoy the run!! Talk to your fellow runners, stop and have a drink at our awesome water tables on route and finish off with a cold Kili Lager in our new beer tent at the finish.

All Picture Courtesy of Rachel Ambrose

is known, and the medals are worn with pride from Tunduma to Taveta.

He says this year’s sponsors who made it happen include, Kilimanjaro Premium Lager-42 km, Tigo 21km, Grand Malt5km Fun Run. Others sponsors include KK Security, TPC Limited, FNB, Kibo Palace, Kilimanjaro Water, Diamond Motors, Simba Cement, Keys Hotel as well the new medical partnership with AAR Healthcare.

“We also thank the Ministry for Information, Culture, Artistes and Sports, Athletics Tanzania, national coordinators-Executive Solutions, Kilimanjaro Amateur Athletics Association, the police force and other stakeholders who always support us unconditionally.”

February 2017 Dar Life I 19

20 I Dar Life I February 2017

February 2017 Dar Life I 21

HIGHTLIGHTS OF THE WAKATI ALBUM LAUNCH TO SUPPORT CHARITABLE FUNDRAISER FOR THE RENOWNED VISUAL ARTIST AUGUSTINO MALABA – WHO IS ONE OF THE OLDEST MAKONDE MASTERS

By Isack Peter Abeneko

T

he official launch of WAKATI album at Geothe Institut was a charitable fundraising event to support the renowned visual artist – Augustino Malaba – who is one of the oldest Makonde masters. During his life, Malaba has produced amazing artwork and contributed to the cultural development and creative industries scene in Tanzania.

The word WAKATI means “time” in Kiswahili. The songs on this album portray the essence of daily life from for Tanzanians, with messages to encourage people to appreciate that time is precious and to live for the moment. We should not wait until the last tree has been cut down, before realizing the importance of the environment for our sustenance. We should not wait until loved ones are gone, before appreciating the loveliness of their presence. We should not wait until losing a job, before remembering how difficult it is to find another job. “Yesterday is the past, tomorrow is the future, but today is a gift that’s why it’s called the present.” You only get one chance to appreciate and that time is now, it is your time, it is my time - let us not wait until time has passed us by, only to discover what we have missed.

This album was the result of a creative process, traversing the musical combinations of afro-pop, bongo-fusion, reggae, and other local styles.

22 I Dar Life I February 2017

All Picture Courtesy of Abdul Jamal

“The album WAKATI would like to make a statement that we must take care of the older generation of artists and show our appreciation for their creative work. Therefore, proceeds from the sale of all CDs at this event, will go towards supporting his medical and living expenses.”

Opportunities to Embrace French Culture at Alliance Française

Music Concert by Simbin Project (Senegal /Switzerland) The Simbin project was born in 2016 on the initiative of the Swiss multi-instrumentalist and producer Fred Hirschy. Since 2005, he has worked with Didier Awadi, Faada Freddy, Tumi Molekane and Fredy Massamba to mention a few. The particularity and strength of the Simbin Project consists in mixing the Kora Virtuoso, Noumoucounda, and the two Swiss pioneers of the electronic and experimental music, Christophe Calpini and Pierre Audétat (the duo “Stade”). For nearly 20 years Noumoucounda has toured and recorded with the Positive Black Soul, among the first African rap groups to play on international stages. Youssou N’Dour, Alpha Blondy and Stromae have joined the long list of artists who have worked with the Kora player.

Date: Thursday 8th February / 6.30pm / FREE ENTRANCE!

Contemporary Dance Night by Nantea Dance in collaboration with East Africa Dance Revolution

The East Africa dance revolution and Nantea Dance consists of a one year program which sets up contemporary dance events where both national and regional dancers will perform (individual and group performances). This will take place in various towns and art centers within East Africa. Collaborations with dancers in those towns and art centers will be the main focus in an attempt to further promote dancing culture. Contemporary dance night had been successfully organized within Kampala city, Uganda since 2015. The events have been held at venues sponsored

by Alliance Française and the National Theater in Uganda.

So far Dance Revolution has managed to organize six contemporary dance nights, where over 40 performers have been presenting their work.

Date: Thursday 15th February / 6.30pm / FREE ENTRANCE

Cinéma Screening: Les Neiges du Kilimandjaro (2010)- Directed by: Robert Guédiguian Although having lost his job, Michel lives happily with Marie-Claire. These two have been in love for thirty years. Their children and their grandchildren fill them and they have very close friends. They are proud of their union and political struggles. This happiness will shatter with their French window in front of two young men armed and masked who hit them, tie them, tear their alliances, and escape with their credit cards... Their confusion will be all the more violent when they learn that this brutal aggression was organized by one of the young workers dismissed with Michel.

Date: Friday 16th February / 6.30pm / FREE

Music Knowledge / Music Sharing Event

Music is certainly one of the most pleasant ways to discover and learn different cultures. As a universal language, it brings people together by revealing common feelings, which go beyond the frontiers of communication. For all these reasons, the Alliance Française of Dar es Salaam offers you the opportunity to share your favorite songs and to discover new ones from all around the world. You are kindly invited to present a music which represents you or which you feel is essential for you. As we truly believe that music is a wonderful way to connect people, we hope you will join us for this unique experience.

Date: Friday 23rd February / 6pm / FREE ENTRANCE

For more information, please email : cultural@afdar.com or call +255 22 2131 406.

24 I Dar Life I February 2017

February 2017 Dar Life I 25

TOP

15

AL EXCEPTION AY D E VALENTIN S TO E C A EVENTS, PL !

S R GO OFFE

Kijongo Bay Beach Resort

Located at Sange beach near Saadani National Park, we offer the unique opportunity to enjoy much of what Tanzania has to offer all from one spot.

Welcome to tranquility; coconut palms, the gentle lap of waves off the Indian Ocean, the silent stream of dhows travelling routes as ancient as the tide.

Kijongo Bay Beach Resort is the place you come to when you need to revive, recharge and simply relax. Enjoy the natural charm and hospitality of the Swahili people. Indulge in the prepared and freshly caught seafood and let time slip away. Come to Pangani for a romantic get-away.

Valentine Special Offer: Residents can enjoy two nights in one of our luxurious two-story villas |including all meals | a bottle of bubbly to enjoy on your private veranda| a special dinner under the stars |and a romantic sundowner for only 440 USD. Offer valid between February 12 and 20th 2018.

Call +255 787 055 572 or email: info@kijongobayresort.com

26 I Dar Life I February 2017

A colorful variety of activities & romantic weekend holiday is lined up for the loved on Valentine Day at the most happening venues in Tanzania.”

Ramada Encore Dar es Salaam

Ramada Encore Hotel Dar es Salaam is centrally located in the heart of the central business district of the financial hub of Tanzania. Ramada Encore, a tier of the Ramada brand, was launched for business and leisure travelers looking for an upper midscale full service hotel, offering modern, practical and ergonomically designed accommodation.

Guests at Ramada Encore are able to enjoy signature features including stylish guest rooms, innovative bathroom pods featuring walk-in showers, and The Hub Restaurant & Bar – an area in which to eat, drink, entertain or simply relax. Ramada Encore Dar es Salaam brings you a week of love to be celebrated with all the special people in your life.

Designed especially to be shared with your loved ones, we have extended Valentines’ for the whole week!

Valentine Special Offer: From 11th February to 18th February enjoy a whopping discount of 25% on the total food bill at any of our restaurants at any time | with specials on rooms and intimate dinners | Ramada Encore Dar es Salaam bring you the full package of love and romance.

For further information; Call +255 22 2343434 or email fb@ramadaencoredar.com.tz

Double Tree by Hilton – Oysterbay

In the serene suburb of the Msasani Peninsula, Oyster Bay offers beautiful bay views and tropical, lush gardens.

Appreciate the bright, modern design of a hotel that offers spacious common areas and beautiful views of the ocean. At welcome, enjoy our warm chocolate-chip cookie. Unwind in a contemporary guest room, accessible room or a one-or twobedroom suite in king and twin bed options.

Enjoy Indian Ocean views while sipping freshly brewed coffee at Piano Piano. Try a tasty burger and beer at our ocean side pool bar. For an eclectic offering of international cuisine, buffets and theme nights take it all in on the oceanic view terrace. Make long lasting and love-filled memories with the following Valentine’s Day promotion from the Double Tree by Hilton – Oyster Bay. Valentine Special Offer: Romantic dinner with live soothing music | a mouth-watering International Gala Dinner Buffet |unlimited local beer |house wine & soft drinks by the glass from 19:00hrs to 22:00hrs. Experience all this for TSHS 195,000 per couple |in our beautiful garden (weather permitting). Reservations & full payment 48hrs in advance.

Call +255 779 000 006/7 or email dardt_reservations@hilton.com

Mdonya Old River: Ruaha national park

Ruaha national park is the biggest and wildest national park in Tanzania. And we want you to get lost in it!

We want you to feel the real wilderness, far from everybody else, with only wild animals as our companions. Nothing can make you understand you are

Fanjove Private Island

Fanjove Private Island is part of the Songo Songo Archipelago, 200km south of Dar-Es-Salaam, lying in the warm crystal-clear waters of the Indian Ocean. It is only an hour flight away from Dar-Es-Salaam to Songo Songo with Coastal Aviation and about a 40minute boat ride from the airstrip to Fanjove. An exquisite rendezvous! Fanjove Island is a kilometer of long sandy beach and has a historical lighthouse built by the Germans in 1894.

There are six Eco-Banda, named after the Swahili word for hut.

The Banda architecture is inspired by the dhows (local boats), which silently pass over the turquoise waters. The infrastructure is designed and constructed in order to protect the marine and terrestrial habitat. In order to keep the impact on the delicate ecosystem minimal, each Banda is powered by solar energy, as are the hot showers. Bathrooms have proper flush toilets and wastewater is biodegraded in septic tanks. Being eco-friendly though has not diminished the comfort of the accommodation, on the contrary has added a natural beauty to the style. Fanjove is inhabited except for the thousands of birds, coconut crabs, turtles and the few tourists Romance on the beach can’t get any better than Fanjove’s fine dining experience based on the local catch of fish, squid and octopus, with a touch of Swahili spice culture and plentiful of local fresh fruits though any taste can be accommodated on demand, from meat eater to vegan. Fanjove is one of the gorgeous beach getaway destinations we offer to our guest’s with special deals based on last minute availability.

Valentine Special Offer: USD 525 – 2 nights inclusive of flights and accommodation, per person sharing.

Call +255 787 232 747 or email: safari@coastalholidays.co.tz an animal yourself more than the roar of a lion next to your ear. When we understand we are animals ourselves we shall surely become aware of the importance of their protection and conservation. In a way, a stay at Mdonya Old River Camp, is a journey to meet our very ancient roots, a time when we were actually part of the bush ourselves, in harmony and equal to all other creatures.

You will fly to the heart of Tanzania, in the centre of the country, to a plateau located a thousand meters high at the footstep of the Rift valley. That is where the Mdonya Old River is. Even though we are animals, we do like to have all our comforts but be extremely light footed.

Valentine Special Offer: USD 850 – 2nights inclusive of flights and accommodation, per person sharing.

Call +255 787 232 747 or email: safari@coastalholidays.co.tz

February 2017 Dar Life I 27

Lake Manze: Selous Game Reserve

Experience adventure! Keep it natural! Feel the thrills of having an elephant eating Doum palm seeds right outside your tent. Hear the sound of its rumbling stomach and see how tender a mother is to her calf.

We have so much to learn from our animal friends, teachings that can help us create a better world.

We keep everything as it was before we arrived and this is why animals use the camp as much as our guests. Experience this magical, romantic camp on the shore of the Lake Manze with stunning lake views from your own verandah. Experience the sunrise on a walking safari. Enjoy a delicious picnic bush breakfast or lunch during your game drive as you spot lions and wild dogs. Take a fishing trip on the lake. Get close and personal with hippos and crocodiles and thousands of exotic birds on a sunset boat safari. Delight in a sumptuous candlelight dinner on the lakeshore to the symphony of the surrounding.

Valentine Special Offer: USD 600 – 1night inclusive of flights and accommodation, per person sharing.

Call: +255 787 232 747 or email: safari@coastalholidays.co.tz

Sea Cliff Resort & Spa Zanzibar

The makuti roofs and glowing Arabic towers of the luxurious Sea Cliff Resort and Spa, on a cliff overlooking the Indian Ocean, forms an exotic backdrop for travellers looking forward to escaping to the tropical beauty of East Africa. Nestling on the Northern-West coast of Zanzibar, just twenty-five minutes from the historical magic of Stone Town, visitors to the Sea Cliff are known to start relaxing as soon as they land in this lap of luxury. The natural colour scheme of cream and gold is complimented by antique furniture that reflects the ancient history of the island. Sea Cliff Resort and Spa offers tranquillity, peace and beauty, with accommodation lush tropical scented gardens, sparkling infinity pools, a variety of cuisine and attentive and helpful staff. The lounges, restaurant, bars and recreation area offers panoramic views of the Indian Ocean. Think breakfast overlooking the ocean, dinner under the stars and sundowners on the jetty or on your own private balcony. With a variety of activities and excursions your days are guaranteed to be filled with sun, sea and an appreciation for the rich history of Zanzibar. Zanzibar is a unique destination, filled with history and character, beautiful beaches, exquisite views, colours, a variety of experiences and wonderful people. We look forward to welcoming you to this exotic island.

Valentine Special Offer: Superior Sea View Room for USD 150 per person Sharing | Delicious Breakfast & Dinner | 1 Child Stays for Free|Free Wi-Fi |10% Discounts on all Spa treatments | Non-motorized Water Activities |Free Shuttle Bus Daily to Stone Town & 10% Discounts on Horse Riding.

Call: 0767 702 241-9 or email: reservations@seacliffzanzibar.com

The White Sands Resort and Conference Centre

The White Sands Resort and Conference Centre are situated on an idyllic private beach, just 25km north of Dar es Salaam and Julius Nyerere International Airport. Dar es Salaam means ‘abode of peace’ and it is no surprise that guests start to relax and feel at peace as soon as they enter the reception of the White Sands Resort and Conference Centre. The resort is on Mbezi Beach, one of the long white sandy beaches that make Tanzania a haven for beach lovers. The decor contributes to the feeling of being in paradise.

Valentine Special Offer: Weekend package 400USD | 2 night stay (Friday & Saturday) | 25% discount on Spa treatment |Romantic Dinner for 2 with Sparkling wine to be included on the Jetty| Movie Night in our Lugoba Cinema Hall. Exclusive dining experience TSHS 70,000 per person + welcome drink.

Call: 0758 818 696/7 or email: reservations@hotelwhitesands.com

28 I Dar Life I February 2017

Protea Hotel by Marriott Zanzibar Mbweni Ruins

The only Protea in the beautiful Zanzibar, Protea Hotel Zanzibar Mbweni Ruins provides the perfect choice for both beach and Stone Town holidays in Zanzibar. We are located amidst Mbweni Ruins dating back to 1870s and a beautiful botanical garden. The hotel is ten minutes away from Stone Town, airport, ferry terminal and the CBD of Zanzibar. Protea Hotel Zanzibar Mbweni Ruins is a cozy boutique hotel offering serene accommodations amidst a rare blend of history, greenery and ocean with a beautiful beach. Traditional Zanzibar hospitality at its best is offered at an affordable price. It’s a hotel that complements your travel style. The site where the hotel is built was once an old Arab House, which was then bought by UMCA missionaries in 1871 to build a school for girls. The hotel makes a perfect base for exploring Stone Town.

Valentine Special Offer: Weekend package $200 | 2 night’s stay on bed and breakfast |Romantic candle light dinner( set menu) for two on one night of your choice on the jetty or inside the ruins (weather permitting) including a bottle of wine| 30 minutes couple’s back & neck massage in our spa |Welcome fruit/chocolate platter & sparkling wine in the room |Romantically decorated room| Complimentary late checkout| Complimentary airport or ferry pick up and drop off | Offer is valid from 12th Feb to 18th Feb. Call: 024 223 5478 or email: info@phmbweniruins.com

Sunshine Marine Lodge

Protea Hotel by Marriott Dar es Salaam Amani Beach

Valentine Special Offer: 2-Night package including a double ocean view room |Half Board |a bottle of wine, special romantic dinner set-up |and a massage= $400 for 2 people. Call: 0776 333 983 or email: info@marinelodgezanzibar.com

Valentine Special Offer: Weekend package $220 | 2 night’s stay on bed and breakfast | Romantic candle light dinner (set menu) for two on one night of your choice at the beach (weather permitting) including a bottle of wine|30 minutes couples’ horseback riding on the beach | Welcome fruit/ chocolate platter & sparkling wine in the room Romantically decorated room | Complimentary late checkout | Offer is valid from 12th Feb to 16th Feb Call: 0782 41 00 33 or email: info@phamanibeach.com

located on the north-east coast of Zanzibar, is the perfect place for a romantic holiday. It is a remote and unique property with beautiful, Swahili style rooms, hidden amidst an amazing, luscious garden. The oceanfront restaurant and pool area provides a breathtaking view of Mnemba Island. The hotel’s private beach, located 700 meters away, is one of the most beautiful places in the world, with white sands, pristine waters and none of the crowds of public beaches. The intimate atmosphere of the hotel and its beach, created by the thoughtful design and the distance from other properties, make it the perfect place for couples looking for a romantic getaway. Sunshine Marine Lodge offers you the chance to celebrate your love with a romantic holiday between the 14th of February and the 31st of March with a VERY special offer.

Amani means peace in Kiswahili, and that is exactly what you will find at this hotel in a small African paradise, totally hidden from the world. Located just 33 km south from the bustling city of Dar es Salaam and set among 80 acres of beautiful tropical gardens, Protea Hotel Dar es Salaam Amani Beach has ten luxury beach bungalows that overlook the turquoise waters of the Indian Ocean. It’s a hotel that compliments your travel style. Around the bungalows, the grounds are alive with wildlife, and on the unspoiled white sands of our secluded beach, turtles have chosen to make their home. The hotel has two dining areas, a bio farm and organic products.

February 2017 Dar Life I 29

Rivertrees Country Inn

The inn is a charming country estate that was once an old coffee farm, and still retains the nostalgic air of a well-loved homestead. Sprawling ten acres of fertile greenery, the grounds are a natural extension of Mt Meru’s sloping foothills, and offer a sanctuary for the birds and wildlife indigenous to the area.

Elegantly rustic cottages are dotted along the river and in thickets of tall trees, while lush lawns and birdsong make for a peaceful and picturesque setting. Set in the heart of an area rich in nature reserves, montane forests and vibrant village culture, the scope for exploration is endless. The restaurant concocts tasty meals of garden-fresh ingredients and old family recipes, as well as oven-fired pizzas and the best of the region’s locally grown coffees.

Delicious candle-lit dinners are served by the warmth of the fireplace, or under the stars and the watchful eyes of resident owls. River trees combines unpretentious comfort with subtle accents of style to create a timeless pause in a traveller’s journey, and a sense of warmth and genuine welcome. A perfect place for couples, friends & family to rejuvenate a perfect holiday.

Valentine Special Offer: Book 2 nights & get complimentary dinner |1 free bottle of House wine on both evenings.

Call: 0783 869 028 or email: info@rivertrees.com

Golden Tulip Stonetown Boutique

Located in the heart of Stonetown, the Hotel is a fascinating replica of an ancient Zanzibarian building. The Stonetown Boutique hotel promises traditional vintage & luxury in Stone Town. The Hotel is situated just 5-minute walk from House of Wonders, it features a rooftop

30 I Dar Life I February 2017

Dar es Salaam Serena Hotel

Dar es Salaam Serena Hotel, located at the heart of the city center business district, just moments from sandy Indian Ocean beaches, a bustling fish market and eclectic crafts markets, boutiques and restaurants.

A garden oasis of tranquillity and charm, our five-star hotel promises the warmest of welcomes, vibrant experiences and vivid memories of your stay. For discerning business and leisure travelers with a taste for the very finest, our distinctive five-star hotel is a place to call home. Exceptional security and impeccable service as well as world-class amenities and cuisine create the perfect retreat within a thriving metropolis.

Acclaimed as one of Tanzania’s most prestigious hotels, Dar es Salaam Serena Hotel offers a perspective that is the essence of the city itself: diverse and stylish yet exceedingly relaxed and down-to-earth.

Valentine Special Offer: Seafood dinner paired with free flowing sparkling wine & the soothing sounds of an acoustic band for. Come and join us on 14th February 2018 at Serengeti restaurant from 6-10:30pm for only TSHS 80,000 per person. Kids 5 Yrs to 12 Yrs half price |kids 4 yrs and below dine free. Book though our website and get a 10% discount.

restaurant with 360 degrees of panoramic views of the Ocean and city. All main tourist attractions are within walking distance from the hotel, as well as numerous shops, restaurants and nightspots. Opposite to the ferry terminal entrance it is the perfect base for holyday or business trip. The hotel offers 33 Rooms equipped with all the international standard, 3 conference hall and two in-house restaurants: a rooftop restaurant and a Pizzeria.

The rooftop restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, dinner and snacks throughout the day and offer a variety of Zanzibari and international cuisine Valentine Special Offer: USD 260| 2 nights in Deluxe room | Candle light dinner at FIRE restaurant on first or second night of your stay| Free Prison Island tour | Offer Valid from 9th Feb – 19th Feb 2018 |Promo Code: VSO2018.

February 2017 Dar Life I 31

32 I Dar Life I February 2017

February 2017 Dar Life I 33

Spice Up Your Tech Life

Let us show you new and innovative ways!

By Red Dot Distribution Team

WorkForce Pro WF-C869RD3TWFC

Print 84,000 pages1 without any supply changes with this exemplary business printer, using Epson’s super-high-yield Replaceable Ink Pack System (RIPS). Cut intervention downtime and lessen your impact on the environment with a reduction of up to 95 percent on energy1 and 99 percent on waste1. It also uses PrecisionCore technology, renowned for its speed, quality, reliability and efficiency.

It uses Epson’s most advanced printhead designed for business, PrecisionCore. But that’s not all; compared to competitive color lasers it uses up to 95 percent less power2 thanks to its no-heat technology. There really is no contest; it also beats lasers and copiers with an up to 99 percent reduction in waste and it’s up to 23% quieter than lasers and laser copiers.

Having been one of the many old school folks that mourned the loss of Microsoft’s Trackball, I can honestly say this is a superior replacement.

The day I had to bury my Microsoft Optical was a sad day when it died, but I got many years of use out of it. Up until now, it was the best trackball to date that I’ve used (and I’ve used them all), but today I received 2 of the new M570’s and replaced my wired TrackMan Wheels.

They are slightly smaller than the TrackMan Wheel, but have a much better ergonomic feel.

Unlike the Microsoft five button version where the fifth button was placed on the far right and was a bit awkward due to the size of the device, the M570 has it right above the perfectly placed back button.

Toshiba Dynadock Docking Station (PA3927U1PRP)

For more information about these products, please contact Red Dot Distribution.

34 I Dar Life I February 2017

Toshiba dynadock U3.0 has a built-in HD digital video card supporting dual display output. Connect one or two external displays with resolution up to 2048 x 1152 each. View up to 3 displays simultaneously (including your laptop screen). 3.5mm audio ports or the HDMI out port can also pump out 5.1 surround sound, providing a true multimedia experience.

Picture Courtesy of Outside Source

Logitech Wireless Trackball M570

February 2017 Dar Life I 35

Picture Courtesy of Outside Source

The Denis Plassard Tour

Music & Dance by Compagnie Propos

By Wema Kajo

C

horeographer Denis Plassard, in collaboration with Muda Africa, conducted amazing workshops and a contemporary dance performance with students from MUDA Africa.

“Denis, who is originally from France, did his first performance in Tanzania at Alliance Française. He will also be travelling to Arusha and Zanzibar for his performances. After a professional ballet and contemporary dance training at the CNSMD in Lyon, Denis danced for 2 seasons with the Place Blanche Company, Josette Baïz. In 1990, he choreographed his own pieces which pushed him to create his first solo, “Propos”, which later gave its name to the company he founded the following year.”

From his first steps as a choreographer, Denis tried to create dynamic bonds between texts and gesture and has explored the relationship between words and movement. Whether recorded, declaimed or sang, understandable or not, French words lie at the foundation of his work. His choreographic style, precise and tinged with drama, thrives on odds and is prone to humor.

36 I Dar Life I February 2017

All Picture Courtesy of Abdul Jamal

February 2017 Dar Life I 37

SzB2018 Logos MASTER rev 170503.indd 1

03/05/2017 16:37:00

Celebrating African culture and music “All Roads Lead to Zanzibar for East Africa’s Finest Music Festival”

By Paul Owere

Now excitement and anticipation are rising fast for East Africa’s favourite music festival, Sauti za Busara as is gearing up to for its 15th annual event celebrating music from across Africa in Stone Town, Zanzibar from 8 – 11 February 2018.

S

auti za Busara means “sounds of wisdom” in Swahili, and the festival aims to provide visitors with an opportunity to explore a perspective in which music may be not only enjoyed but also used as a method to teach lessons in life. Traditional music is passed down orally, enjoyed on occasions such as religious ceremonies, birth of new-born, rites of passages, weddings and funerals. Beyond its entertaining function, music serves an even larger purpose to locals, as it promotes a sense of unity when going about their daily routines.

38 I Dar Life I February 2017

With an array of artistes and groups that represent Africa’s diversity this has so many times proved to be the stage where African stars show the world their true creative powers in an iconic setting that dates several centuries back.

“

The globally acclaimed extravaganza takes place at the Old Fort and Forodhani Gardens, hosting 46 exhilarating music performances bringing over 460 artistes on three different stages on four nights in February.”

Tanzanians and international visitors from all over the world look forward to an exciting and diverse line-up of highly talented musicians whose talents has been the talking point across Africa and beyond.

As some have already labelled it, this could be the best line-up that Sauti za Busara has assembled in recent years mixing both the young and old, all sharing one objective as they stand ‘United in Music’.

The groups that represent Africa’s diversity are from Algeria, Burundi, DRC, Egypt, Kenya, Malawi, Morocco, , Rwanda, Senegal, South Africa, Uganda and Zimbabwe.

Taking off from where the 14th edition left off the list also features iconic sounds from Tanzania Mainland and Zanzibar with 15 groups out to show the world the rich attributes of Tanzanian music. The local revellers are set to witness the rebirth of Tanzania songstress Saida Karoli who returned to music last year with a bang after several years off the stage.

The groups include Kasai Allstars (DRC), Zakes Bantwini (South Africa), Somi (Uganda / USA), Msafiri Zawose (Tanzania), Ribab Fusion (Morocco), Kidum & the Boda Boda Band (Burundi / Kenya), Mlimani Park Orchestra (Tanzania), Also on the rich list are Grace Matata (Tanzania), Mohamed Ilyas & Nyota Zameremeta (Zanzibar), Makadem (Kenya), Diana Samkange ‘MaNgwenya’ (Zimbabwe), Fatma Zidan (Egypt / Denmark), Inganzo Ngari (Rwanda).

Others are Segere Original (Tanzania), Simangavole (Reunion), Maia & the Big Sky (Kenya), Kiltir February 2017 Dar Life I 39

(Reunion), El Dey (Algeria), Simbin Project (Senegal / Switzerland), CAC Fusion (Tanzania), Mbanaye (Malawi), Ernest Ikwanga (Malawi)and Isack Abeneko (Tanzania).

Keeping in the true tradition of the Sauti Za Busara all the groups will perform live with the first performance taking place at Kisonge before the Carnival Parade sets off the proceedings for four days of great entertainment at the Mambo Club, Amphitheatre and at the Forodhani Gardens.

“

As Yusuf Mahmoud, Festival Director recently said, “Music is a universal language, through which the world sees Africa is positive; Africa is vibrant, Africa is rich in its many cultures and expressions.

We need to build bridges of peace and unity across the world; what better way to do this than through the universal language of music?”

The festival will also hosts 'Movers & Shakers': a daily networking forum for local and visiting artists, managers, media and related professionals to meet and connect informally, exchange ideas and information. At the same time Busara Xtra is an umbrella for externally-organized events of cultural interest to visitors. These activities present further opportunities for local artists to showcase their work and encourage visitors to see other parts of the islands.

Sauti za Busara offers half-price tickets for all visitors with African nationalities. Further discounts are available only for East African residents or Tanzanian citizens.

Sauti za Busara festival 2018 is powered by Norwegian Embassy, Embassy of Switzerland to Tanzania and Zambia, Africalia, Mozeti, Zanlink, Zenj FM, Chuchu FM, Tifu TV, Dar Life, Ikala Zanzibar Stone Town Lodge, Emerson Zanzibar, Coastal Aviation, 2Tech Security, Embassy of Germany.

The festival will shine the spotlight on local Swahili musicians and authentic Tanzanian pop and hiphop. If you’ve never had the chance to attend the festival, come see what you’ve been missing!

40 I Dar Life I February 2017

February 2017 Dar Life I 41

Have you planned your week?

Come to the Hyatt Regency Dar es Salaam – The Kilimanjaro

The Palm Brasserie

Relaxed setting, casual environment and fresh food: A new dining experience Opening hours Monday-Sunday • Breakfast 6:30-10:30 • Lunch 12:30-15:30 • Dinner 18: 30 -22:30 • Sunday brunch: 12:30 -15:30

Oriental Restaurant

Offers you an electric mix of Asian flavor, from Chinese and Thai to Japanese and Vietnamese, including fresh Sushi and Sashimi, dim sum and other Asian dishes.

Now opening from 6:00pm to 10:30pm.

Flame Tree Lounge & Terrace

Central meeting point in Dar es Salaam with a new spacious look for 2018 and stylish space inside the Lounge and a garden-themed space at the Terrace which allows in natural light during the day. Enjoy our new menu Gourmet Panini, Baguettes, Pizzas, Burgers, & our home made smoothies and freshly grinded coffees.

Club Rouge

Fridays Dance the night away to the international rhythms of the resident DJ Sma & Boniluv Entrance: Tsh 10,000/= Time 10 pm - 3 am.

Level 8 – Roof Top Bar

Thursdays & Fridays: Enjoy the Sunset vibes on the rooftop bar, Dj Sma & Boniluv Entrance: Free. Time: 5pm-11pm.

For more information & reservation, please Call: +255 764 701 234 42 I Dar Life I February 2017

February 2017 Dar Life I 43

ALONG WITH OTHER ACTS FROM SAFI THEATRE AND KARIBU MUSIC CENTRE AT NAFASI ART SPACE By a Jamala

44 I Dar Life I February 2017

All Picture Courtesy of Abdul Jamal

HIGHLIGHTS OF JAZZ TRIO SESSION

BY MOPAO & HIS BAND

February 2017 Dar Life I 45

All Picture Courtesy of Abdul Jamal

The Importance of Healthy Relationships 3 Tips to Improve Your Relational Skills

By Ann Gatty, Ph.D.

I

t is easy to feel isolated when life is challenging and you are struggling with stressful situations in your life. During times like these, you may want to withdraw from socializing with people and stay by yourself, away from others. You stay out of the public eye. But this is exactly the time when you need friends by your side!!

“

Having meaningful, sharing, healthy relationships help you maintain a positive outlook and helps you stave off feelings of depression, anxiety and anger. Sharing your feelings, concerns, hopes and challenges with others help you stay connected and helps you maintain a healthy level of healthy support and camaraderie. Having other people involved in your life when things are challenging helps provide you with alternative points of view that can help in objective decision making when you may feel that making any decision is too difficult. Friends are an essential part of life.”

How do you build and maintain healthy relationships? For a lot of us, the biggest stressors in our lives come from interactions with other people! People can make us mad and upset; they can hurt our feelings; they can let us down. So how can we eliminate the stressful conditions in relationships and develop healthy connections?

Show Respect for Each Other’s Values and Points of View.

The first thing about building a healthy and fulfilling relationship is that you accept people for who they are. Everyone has his/her own unique set of values, beliefs, interests and experiences, just like you. Rather than trying to persuade your friends to all agree with

46 I Dar Life I February 2017

Take Responsibility for Your Own Actions.

While you cannot control other people’s actions, values and beliefs, you can control your own reactions to events, your attitude that you show toward others and the perspectives you develop from experiences. In relationships, you are always in control of yourself. You don’t have to let others control what you do, what you believe and how you feel. Healthy relationships are built on mutual respect and equality. Everyone has unique contributions that are valuable in friendships and relationships. Instead of finding fault in people, look for the positive contributions that they bring to your relationships.

Let Go of Unhealthy Relationships.

There are times that you find your time consumed and your energy level zapped by relationships that are unfulfilling, harmful to your emotional wellbeing and detrimental to your psyche. If you find that a relationship is not healthy and you have not been able to develop an open and respective friendship, you may need to let it go.

As you move through different phases of your life, personal needs change. Even though old connections may provide a certain comfort level, they may no longer provide a sense of sharing and support that is beneficial. Either stop completely, or limit the time you invest in any type of destructive relationship.

If a relationship causes stress, anger, anxiety or depression, find ways to eliminate the involvement.

Limit your time with the people who bring stress in your life. Use your energy and time in developing relationships that are positive.

Healthy fulfilling relationships are necessary for our emotional and physical wellbeing. Stress can be reduced when we have people to confide in and friends to lend support in our lives. These relationships can be developed with friends at work, in volunteer activities, at churches or family members. It is not the quantity but the quality of friendships that matter.

February 2017 Dar Life I 47

All Picture Courtesy of 7 Floor Media

your point of view or change their value system, show a little curiosity. Be curious to find out why your friends believe what they do and how have their experiences shaped their perspectives.

Don’t try to change people; learn from them.

Accept differences as healthy ingredients for your friendships and relationships. Aila Accad points out in her book, 34 Instant Stress-Busters, “Agreement is not the basis for stress-free relationships. The basis for healthy relationships is respect, freedom, and value of each unique person for the other’s equal freedom and right to think, feel, make personal choices and take responsibility for them.”

Oysterbay Farmers Market Good food for good health

By Valentina Reale

F

unded by the European Union (EU), the Oysterbay Farmers Market is an initiative to provide the Dar es Salaam urban community with high quality organic produce.

Local and natural were the two key words on February 27, 2018 at the Oysterbay Farmers’ Market, where vendors and organizations from all over Tanzania-Lushoto, Njombe, Morogoro, Tanga, and Zanzibar, gathered to sell their products and to show their food.

We are what we eat so invest in good quality produce from the Oysterbay Farmers Market and become better versions of yourself.

“

48 I Dar Life I February 2017

Picture Courtesy of Oysterbay Farmers Market

We are continuously discovering the benefits of good quality, organic food and well managed nutrition as the main secret behind a healthy body.”

Picture Courtesy of Oysterbay Farmers Market

February 2017 Dar Life I 49

Highlights of Rotary Zanzibar & Fumba Town Golf Day 2017 Raising Funds to Support Health & Education

By The Rotary Club of Zanzibar Correspondent

T

he Rotary Club of Zanzibar with the support of Fumba Town Development and a wide range of other sponsors (and of course the golf players themselves) did magnificently.

There were far more players from more countries, who enjoyed the refreshments and entertaining on the course, the Luxury Gift bags and expanded prizes awarded during the “19th Hole Dinner & Dance”. But most importantly even more money was raised for their elected NGO, Zanzibar Learning 4 Life Foundation.

On the day, despite the short rains turning into ‘monsoon- like’ storms, the competitors showed their colors by playing through the rain in good spirits, knowing that their every shot was for an excellent cause. By doing so they proved themselves to be the real heroes of this fundraiser. Throughout the day we heard:

“

For the second year running, the Rotary Club of Zanzibar, Stone Town and Fumba Town Development hosted a premier golf competition at Sea Cliff Resort & Spa this time in aid of Zanzibar Learning for Life Foundation (ZL4L) . In 2016, the Golf event raised $16,500 for Makunduchi Hospital – and this has now been increased to a total of $80,000 through pledges received from the Rotary Foundation. For 2018 our aim was to go one better!

50 I Dar Life I February 2017

The success of the day is thanks to the sponsors who gave so generously. The Rotary Club of Zanzibar, Stone Town is very grateful for all their contributions and faith in our Club – without their loyal support and commitment, the event would not have been possible.

“I am glad the event was a success and our teams are happy to be a part of this annual event. I look forward to the next event!”- Veer Patel - Director Motisun Group Sea Cliff Resort & Spa. The 19th Hole Dinner & Dance Prize-giving event is fast becoming a highlight on the Zanzibar social calendar. Sponsors,

1. Claud van Heerden all the way from South Africa received his prize for a return trip to any of Qatar Airways' destinations worldwide from Mr. Anjum Ali Miyan and Mr. Dignus Raymond Nkosa.

1.

2.

2. Guests at the "19th Hole Dinner & Dance".

3. Franko Göhse from our “Holein-1” Sponsor, FUMBA TOWN DEVELOPMENT presents Bettina Kuhlman with her trophy for winner of the Ladies Competition.

Bettina also won a return ticket from Qatar Airways to any of their worldwide destinations.

3.

4.

4. Gulham Dewji, Victor Joseph, Mussa Haji & Louise Serfontein.

5. Mr. Joseph Tango Chairmon of the Tanzanian Golfers Union with Chris Goodwin, OJ Grinakerfrom Sea Cliff Golf Club and Ibrahim Bagalana from Uganda.

5.

6.

6. Our beneficiary, ZL4LF Students assisted in marshaling.

“

in just two years, this competition has made its mark on the golfing communities in Tanzania and East Africa and raised well over $32,000 for charity. The Rotary Club of Zanzibar, Stone Town will once again use the funds raised to apply for a Global Grant with other international Rotary Clubs to treble or quadruple the amount of money available to this year’s chosen charity, Zanzibar Learning 4 Life Foundation. By augmenting the money raised through this process, the Rotary Foundation brings a far more significant benefit to the people of Zanzibar.

February 2017 Dar Life I 51

But let us not forget the reason why the Rotary Club of Zanzibar organized this Golf Day. The beneficiary for the Rotary Zanzibar & Fumba Town Golf Day 2017 is Zanzibar Learning 4 Life Foundation. ZL4LF is an NGO that helps young people transform what may seem to be impossible in their lives, into the achievable.

They emphasize sustainable education, vocational training, communication excellence and the development of personal qualities.

In particular, they focus on English language skills to improve the chances of success in school examinations, in finding work or setting up their own enterprises.

There are currently 250 students taking courses in a house that was transformed into a learning center, classes take place both inside and outside the house that is also a home to orphans and young homeless individuals. A new school with more space and better facilities is being built to accommodate the growing number of students. The funds raised on the Golf Day will go towards furnishing the school and providing educational equipment and supplies that will be used to support the teachers, students and secure the future of ZL4LF. The Rotary Club of Zanzibar is proud to announce that they have set the date for the 2018 Charity Golf Day - September 15th 2018 - SAVE THE DATE! 52 I Dar Life I February 2017

All Picture Courtesy of Rotary Club of Zanzibar

players, their friends and family as well as members of the Zanzibar community attended it. The winners were plentiful as were the prizes. The amount, quality and selection of prizes so generously sponsored was a definite draw to the players. For the second year running Qatar Airways has sponsored a return ticket to any of their destinations worldwide for the winners.

February 2017 Dar Life I 53

Human Papilomavirus Vaccine Intelligence & Care by Sali International Hospital Dr. Vincent Lamuka, Family Physician and Medical superintendent vaccine does not treat infections that might have occurred before you got the vaccine. Other types of high-risk HPV, which are not prevented by the vaccine, can also cause cervical cancer.

Human papillomavirus (HPV) is a virus that causes cervical cancer and genital warts. HPV also causes cancers of the vulva and vagina in women, although these cancers are much less common than cervical cancer. In addition, it causes cancers of the anus and of the oral cavity and throat, in both men and women.

Cervical cancer has emerged as the most common cancer in Tanzania – and the leading cause of cancer-related deaths in the country.

Three vaccines (Gardasil, Gardasil-9, and Cervarix) are globally available to prevent infection with types of HPV known to cause cervical cancer. In Tanzania, Gardasil and Cervarix are available.

It is clear that these vaccines significantly reduce the number of women who develop cervical pre-cancer. It is expected that this will result in substantial reduction in the number women who develop cervical cancer.

54 I Dar Life I February 2017

HPV vaccination is recommended for all girls and women who are between ages 9 and 26 years. HPV vaccination is recommended for boys and men who are between ages 9 and 21 years. It can be given up to 26 years of age if they are men who have sex with men or have infection with HIV.

“

One gets greatest protection from HPV if vaccinated BEFORE becoming sexually active. The vaccine does not help to get rid of HPV infection or any cervical abnormality after it has occurred. However, if you are less than 26 years old and you have been sexually active, had genital warts, a positive HPV test, or an abnormal Pap smear, you may still obtain some (albeit smaller) benefit from the HPV vaccine.”

Cervical cancer screening (Pap smear) is recommended to start at age 21. However, getting the HPV vaccine does not mean that you can skip cervical cancer screening in the future, since the

The HPV vaccine may cause mild redness, tenderness, or swelling near the injection site.

There may be an increased risk of passing out after an injection of HPV vaccine, so it is a good idea not to stand up too soon after getting the vaccine.

The vaccine is not currently recommended during pregnancy.

Vast studies have not confirmed any major health risks of these vaccines. Most experts believe that the benefits of the vaccine outweigh its risks.

The HPV vaccine is not 100 percent protective, but it is still highly effective. The HPV vaccine does not prevent other sexually transmitted infections (STIs), including HIV, herpes, chlamydia, and gonorrhea. It is important to practice safer sex to reduce the risk of all STIs. This includes using a male or female condom with every sexual act.

For more information on a Human Papilomavirus Vaccine, visit Sali International Hospital or call us at 0222601276/02226 01296/0222601283.

“Your Health is Important to us”

Pictures Courtesy of Sali international Hospital

“

Dar es Salaam – Sali International Hospital (SIH) continues to express optimism in meeting the healthcare needs of the Tanzanian people. The Masaki based hospital operates in a private healthcare and keen to support and advise Tanzanian people on health issues.”

February 2017 Dar Life I 55

Monday

HERE ARE SOME HOT PLACES FOR PARTIES IN THE CITY

• New Africa Hotel – Happy Hour at Onyx Lounge from 5:30-7:30pm. Buy 1 drink & get 1 free (Offer valid on select drinks.) Call +255 22 2117050/51.

• Akemi Revolving Restaurant – Happy Hour from 5-7pm with a great selection of cocktails and an extensive wine menu plus an unbeatable view and delicious bar snacks. Call +255 687/0753 360 360.

• Doubletree by Hilton, Oyster Bay - Enjoy a selection of Ken Forrester Fine Wines at Piano Piano.

Contemporary and classic cocktails are also available.

Call +255 779 000 006/7.

• Dar es Salaam Serena Hotel – Happy Hour from 6-7pm, a surprise for you every evening at Kibo Bar. Call +255 22 2212500.

• Golden Tulip Dar es Salaam City Center – Happy Hour at Fire Restaurant from 9-10pm. Dine at 25% off. Call +255-22-2129351.

• Ramada Encore Dar es Salaam – Happy Hour at Skybar 4-8pm. Enjoy special discounts on selected beers and wine every day of the week. Call +255 22 234 3434.

• Dar Hash Harriers – The drinking club with a running problem. We run every Monday at 5:30pm from various locations. Call: 0754 288 219.

• Pasha Turkish Cuisine – Happy Hour From 7-9pm.

Cocktails & Mocktails: Buy 2, get 1 free. Wine: Buy 3 glasses get the rest of the bottle for free (On selected house wines). Beer: bucket of 6 for the price of 4 (On local beers) Call 022 260 1690.

• Rhapsody’s – Happy Hour from 5–7pm, Local beers TSH 2,500 & house wine glass TSH 5,000. Call: 0683 094 935.

• Golden Tulip Hotel (Oysterbay)– “The Big Chill” Happy Hour (50% Off Cocktail) Beer Bucket Specials from 5-7pm. Call 0773 272 247.

Thursday Looking to unwind after work on a weekday evening, let loose on the dance floor on a Saturday night, or relax with some mimosas on a Sunday afternoon?

Dar Life’s comprehensive guide to the city’s nightlife has everything you need to know about where to go for a good deal and an even better time any night of the week. The best bars, the hottest clubs, and the coolest hangouts – it’s all here!

56 I Dar Life I February 2017

• Hyatt Regency – The Kilimanjaro - Enjoy the Sunset vibes on Level 8 – Roof Top Bar, with DJ SMA & Boniluv. Entrance: Free. Time: 5pm11pm. Call 0764 701234.

• New Africa Hotel – Happy Hour at Onyx Lounge from 5:30-7:30pm. Buy 1 drink & get 1 free (Offer valid on select drinks.) Call +255 22 2117050/51.

• Akemi Revolving Restaurant – Happy Hour from 5-7pm with great selection of cocktails and an extensive wine menu plus an unbeatable view and delicious bar snacks. Call +255 687/0753 360 360.

• Doubletree by Hilton, Oyster Bay - Enjoy a selection of Ken Forrester Fine Wines at Piano

Tuesday • New Africa Hotel – Happy Hour at Onyx Lounge from 5:30-7:30pm. Buy 1 drink & get 1 free (Offer valid on select drinks.) Call +255 22 2117050/51.

• Akemi Revolving Restaurant – Happy Hour from 5-7pm with great selection of cocktails and an extensive wine menu plus an unbeatable view and delicious bar snacks. Call +255 687/753 360 360.

• Ramada Encore Dar es Salaam – Happy Hour at Skybar 4-8pm. Enjoy special discounts on selected beers and wine every day of the week. Call +255 22 234 3434.

• Doubletree by Hilton, Oyster Bay - Enjoy a selection of Ken Forrester Fine Wines at Piano Piano. Contemporary and classic cocktails are also available. Call +255 779 000 006/7.

• Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel – Happy Hour from 6-7pm, a surprise for you every evening at Kibo Bar. Call +255 22 2212500.

• Golden Tulip Dar es Salaam City Center – Mocktail mania at Citrus lounge. Buy 1, get 1 free from 5.307.30pm. Call 0624 100 000.

• Q-Bar – Sambusa Party, buy 1, get 1 free! All Champions League games shown on big Screen. Call 0754 282 474.

• Pasha Turkish Cuisine – Happy Hour From 7-9pm.

Cocktails & Mocktails: Buy 2, get 1 for free. Wine: Buy 3 glasses get the rest of the bottle for free (On selected house wines). Beer: bucket of 6 for the price of 4 (On local beers) Call 022 260 1690.

• Rhapsody’s – Happy Hour from 5-7pm, Local beers TSHS 2,500 & House wine glass TSH 5,000. Call: 0683 094 935.

• Golden Tulip Hotel (Oysterbay)– “The Big Chill” Happy Hour (50% off cocktail) Beer Bucket Specials from 5-7pm. Call 0773 272 247.

•

• •

• •

Piano. contemporary and classic cocktails are also available. Call +255 779 000 006/7.

Ramada Encore Dar es Salaam – Happy Hour at Skybar 4-8pm. Enjoy special discounts on selected beers and wine every day of the week.

Call +255 22 234 3434.

Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel – Happy Hour from 6-7pm, a surprise for you every evening at Kibo Bar. Call +255 22 2212500.

The Slipway Hotel – Hot Chick Night at the Terrace restaurant with Tanzanite Band for only TSHS 29,000 -39,000 per person. Call 0755 706 838.

Golden Tulip Dar es Salaam City Center- Fire restaurant. 1 Child eats free (on children’s menu) with paying adult. Call 0624 100 000.

Paparazzi - Come & sing all your favorite tunes from our massive collection, from 8pm–1am.

Wednesday • New Africa Hotel – Happy Hour at Onyx Lounge from 5:30-7:30pm. Buy 1 drink & get 1 free (Offer valid on select drinks.) Call +255 22 2117050/51.

• Akemi Revolving Restaurant – Happy Hour from 5-7pm with great selection of cocktails and an extensive wine menu plus an unbeatable view and delicious bar snacks.

Call +255 687/0753 360 360.

• Golden Tulip Dar es Salaam City Center – Beat the traffic at Citrus lounge – Evening tea and bites at TSHS 10,000 per person. Call 0624 100 000.

• Ramada Encore Dar es Salaam – Happy Hour at Skybar 4-8pm. Enjoy special discounts on selected beers and wine every day of the week. Call +255 22 234 3434.

• Doubletree by Hilton, Oyster Bay - Enjoy a selection of Ken Forrester Fine Wines at Piano Piano. Contemporary and classic cocktails are also available. Call +255 779 000 006/7.

• Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel – Happy Hour from 6-7pm, a surprise for you every evening at Kibo Bar. Call +255 22 2212500.

• Q-Bar - Daily Shooter Happy Hour from 9-11pm & All Champions League games shown on big Screen. Call 0754 282 474.

• Pasha Turkish Cuisine – Happy Hour From 7-9pm.

Cocktails & Mocktails: Buy 2 get, 1 for free. Wine: Buy 3 glasses get the rest of the bottle for free (On selected house wines). Beer: Bucket of 6 for the price of 4 (On Local Beers) Call 022 260 1690.

• Rhapsody’s – Happy Hour from 5–7pm, Local beers TSH 2,500 & House wine glass TSH 5,000 & enjoy the music played by DJ SMA. Call: 0683 094 935.

• Golden Tulip Hotel (Oysterbay)– “The Big Chill” Happy Hour (50% Off Cocktail) Beer Bucket Specials from 5-7pm and Karaoke Night from 7-10pm, 20% Off Spirit, Bottles & wines. Call 0773 272 247.

Call 0764 549 246.

• Q-Bar - Live Band performance from Banana Zorro & The B-Band from 8:30pm. Call 0754 282 474.

• Pasha Turkish Cuisine – Happy Hour From 7-9pm. Cocktails & Mocktails: Buy 2, get 1 free.

Wine: Buy 3 glasses get the rest of the bottle for free (On Selected House Wines). Beer: Bucket of 6 for the price of 4 (On Local Beers) Call 022 260 1690.

• Rhapsody’s – Happy Hour from 5-7pm, Local beers TSHS 2,500 & House wine glass TSH 5,000.

Call: 0683 094 935.

• Golden Tulip Hotel (Oysterbay)– “The Big Chill” Happy Hour (50% Off Cocktail) Beer Bucket Specials from 5-7pm and Ladies Night from 7-10pm, 20% Off Spirit, Bottles & wines. Call 0773 272 247.

February 2017 Dar Life I 57

Friday • Hyatt Regency – The Kilimanjaro - Enjoy the Sunset vibes on Level 8 – Roof Top Bar, with DJ SMA & Boniluv. Entrance: Free. Time: 5-11pm & at the Club Rouge, dance the night away to the international rhythms of the resident DJ SMA & Boniluv. Entrance TSHS 10,000. Time 10pm – 3am. Call 0764 701234.

• New Africa Hotel – Happy Hour at Onyx Lounge from 5:30-7:30pm. Buy 1 drink & get 1 free (Offer valid on select drinks.) Call +255 22 2117050/51.

• Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel - Swahili Blues & Afro Beat night by Leo Mkanyia and Swahili Blues Band & Happy Hour from 6-7pm, a surprise for you every evening at Kibo Bar at Kibo Bar. Call +255 22 2212500.

• Akemi Revolving Restaurant – Happy Hour from 5-7pm with great selection of cocktails and an extensive wine menu plus an unbeatable view and delicious bar snacks. Call +255 687/0753 360 360.

• Doubletree by Hilton, Oyster Bay - Enjoy a selection of Ken Forrester Fine Wines at Piano Piano. Contemporary and classic cocktails are also available. Call +255 779 000 006/7.

• Ramada Encore Dar es Salaam – Happy Hour at Skybar 4-8pm. Enjoy special discounts on selected beers and wine every day of the week. Call +255 22 234 3434.

• Golden Tulip Dar es Salaam City Center – Burger day at Fire restaurant. Pay 50% on the second burger. Call 0624 100 000/022 2129351.

• Q-Bar - Live Band by Bora Bora group from 9:00pm.

Music, BBQ & cold Beer. Call 0754 282 474 • Pasha Turkish Cuisine – Happy Hour From 7-9pm.

Cocktails & Mocktails: Buy 2, get 1 for free. Wine: Buy 3 glasses get the rest of the bottle for free (On Selected House Wines). Beer: Bucket of 6 for the price of 4 (On local beers) Call 022 260 1690.

• Rhapsody’s – Happy Hour from 5–7pm, Local beers TSHS 2,500 & House wine glass TSH 5,000. Call: 0683 094 935.

• Ramada Beach Resort - Enjoy Sports Weekend at Ocena 171 with live telecast on the big screen, sporty ambience, happy hour snacks and much more! Call +255 222 162 333.

• Rhapsody’s – Happy Hour from 5–7pm, Local beers TSHS 2,500 & House wine glass TSHS 5,000 & enjoy the music played by DJ SMA. Call: 0683 094 935.

• Golden Tulip Hotel (Oysterbay)– “The Big Chill” Happy Hour (50% Off Cocktail) Beer Bucket Specials from 5-7pm and Majito Night from 7-10pm, 50% off on Cocktails. Call 0773 272 247.

58 I Dar Life I February 2017

Saturday • Hyatt Regency – The Kilimanjaro – At the Club Rouge, dance the night away to the international rhythms of the resident DJ F.U & DJ SMA. Entrance TSHS 10,000/= Get 1 drink free. Time 10pm – 4am.

Call 0764 701234.

• New Africa Hotel – Onyx Sports Weekend: Enjoy thrilling games on multiple televisions and a huge sports screen with an even bigger beer bucket of 6 for the price of 5 from 11am-5pm & Happy Hour from 5:30-7:30pm. Buy 1 drink & get 1 free! (Offer valid on select drinks.) Call +255 22 2117050/51.

• Akemi Revolving Restaurant – Happy Hour from 5-7pm with great selection of cocktails and an extensive wine menu plus an unbeatable view and delicious bar snacks. Call +255 687/0753 360 360.

• Doubletree by Hilton, Oyster Bay - Enjoy a selection of Ken Forrester Fine Wines at Piano Piano.

Contemporary and classic cocktails are also available.

• Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel – Happy Hour from 6-7pm, a surprise for you every evening at Kibo Bar. Call +255 22 2212500.

• Ramada Encore Dar es Salaam – Happy Hour at Skybar 4-8pm. Enjoy special discounts on selected beers and wine every day of the week. Call +255 22 234 3434.

• Golden Tulip Hotel – The Big Chill (Live BBQ) eat as much as you can for only 40,000 per person. Call 0773 272247.

• Ramada Beach Resort - Enjoy Sports Weekend at Ocena 171 with live telecast on the big screen, sporty ambience, happy hour snacks and much more! Call +255 222 162 333.

• Golden Tulip Dar es Salaam City Center – Football craze at Citrus lounge. Enjoy your team sweating out on the field with a 25% off on Mocktails from 2.306.30pm. Call 022 212935.

• Doubletree by Hilton, Oyster Bay – Enjoy Happy Hour at the Piano Bar & take advantage of 2 for 1 offer (Buy 2 Cocktails, Get 1 Free) from 5:30-7pm.

Call +255 779 000 006/7.

• The Acarte – Groove back Night with DJ Peter Moe/ Kelvin from 9pm onwards. Call 0713 604 063 • Q-Bar – DJ playing old & new tunes, buy 1 bottle of Konyagi & get 4 sodas free! All Premier League Game Live on the Screen. Call 0754 282 474.

• Pasha Turkish Cuisine – Oriental Night with some “Turkish Style” fun with unique belly dancing shows accompanied with very tasty food from 8pm. Call 022 260 1690.

• Rhapsody’s – Happy Hour from 5pm – 7pm, Local beers TSHS 2,500 & House wine glass TSHS 5,000 & enjoy the music played by DJ SMA. Call: 0683 094 935.

Sunday • New Africa Hotel – Onyx Sports Weekend: Enjoy thrilling games on multiple televisions and a huge sports screen with an even bigger beer bucket of 6 for the price of 5 from 11am-5pm & Happy Hour from 5:30-7:30pm. Buy 1 drink & get 1 free! (Offer valid on select drinks.) Call +255 22 2117050/51.

• Akemi Revolving Restaurant – Happy Hour from 5-7pm with great selection of cocktails and an extensive wine menu plus an unbeatable view and delicious bar snacks. Call +255 687/0753 360 360.

• Doubletree by Hilton, Oyster Bay - Enjoy a selection of Ken Forrester Fine Wines at Piano Piano. Contemporary and classic cocktails are also available. Call +255 779 000 006/7.

• Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel – Happy Hour from 6-7pm, a surprise for you every evening at Kibo Bar. Call +255 22 2212500.

• Golden Tulip Dar es Salaam City Center - Sports craze at Citrus lounge. Enjoy your best sport with breathtaking views and a 25% off on Mocktails from 2.30pm to 6.30pm. Call 022 2129351/624 100 000.

• Ramada Encore Dar es Salaam – Happy Hour at Skybar 4-8pm. Enjoy special discounts on selected beers and wine every day of the week.

Call +255 22 234 3434.

• Golden Tulip Hotel – The Big Chill (Live BBQ) eat as much as you can for only 40,000 per person.

Call 0773 272247.

• Ramada Beach Resort - Enjoy Sports Weekend at Ocena 171 with live telecast on the big screen, sporty ambience, happy hour snacks and much more! Call +255 222 162 333.

• B-Bar – Wined down your week, 2 glasses of House Wine for TSHS 9,000. All Premier League Game Live on the Screen. Call 0754 282 474.

• Pasha Turkish Cuisine – Enjoy live Jazz Night with Annette Ngongi from 6pm onwards. Call 022 260 1690.

• Rhapsody’s – Happy Hour from 5–7pm, Local beers TSHS 2,500 & House wine glass TSHS 5,000.

Call: 0683 094 935.

• Dar Es Salaam Serena Hotel – Happy Hour from 6-7pm, a surprise for you every evening at Kibo Bar. Call +255 22 2212500.

February 2017 Dar Life I 59

60 I Dar Life I February 2017

February 2017 Dar Life I 61

Your Retreat at Sunshine Marine Lodge A paradise getaway

LJ ^ƵŶƐŚŝŶĞ DĂƌŝŶĞ >ŽĚŐĞ ŽƌƌĞƐƉŽŶĚĞŶƚ

T

he hotel has a large, oceanfront restaurant, which serves fresh, delicious European and Swahili cuisine. By the restaurant is the pool area with comfortable sunbeds and 2 large pools- one of which is an ŝŶĮŶŝƚLJ ƉŽŽů ǁŝƚŚ Ă ǀŝĞǁ ƌŝŐŚƚ onto the ocean and Mnemba island.

“

Sunshine Marine Lodge has a private beach, SVJH[LK TL[LYZ away. Muyuni Beach is one of the most beautiful beaches in the world, with white sands, pristine waters and none of the crowds of public beaches.”

tŝƚŚ ŝƚƐ ĨƌŝĞŶĚůLJ ĂŶĚ ĂƩĞŶƟǀĞ ƐƚĂī͕ ^ƵŶƐŚŝŶĞ DĂƌŝŶĞ >ŽĚŐĞ ŝƐ Ă one-of-a-kind paradise getaway, ŽīĞƌŝŶŐ ƉƌŝǀĂĐLJ͕ ƉĞĂĐĞ͕ ƌĞůĂdžĂƟŽŶ and breathtaking views. &Žƌ ŬŝŶŐ Θ ƌĞƐĞƌǀĂƟŽŶ͕ please contact call us on +255 ϳϳϲ ϯϯϯ ϵϴϯ Žƌ ĞŵĂŝů ŝŶĨŽΛ marinelodgezanzibar.com ĂŶĚ ĨŽƌ ŵŽƌĞ ŝŶĨŽƌŵĂƟŽŶ please visit our website www. marinelodgezanzibar.com

62 I Dar Life I February 2017

All Picture Courtesy of Sunshine Marine Lodge

“

Sunshine Marine Lodge is a unique and remote property located right across from Mnemba island on the north-east coast of AHUaPIHY /PKKLU HTPKZ[ HU amazing, luscious garden HYL I\UNHSV^Z JVU[HPUPUN beautiful rooms designed in HU H\[OLU[PJ :^HOPSP Z[`SL ¹

Within the grounds of the hotel are the headquarters of Dive WŽŝŶƚ ĂŶnjŝďĂƌͲ Ă W / ĐĞƌƟĮĞĚ diving and snorkeling center with its own pool. Mnemba Atoll, with ŝƚƐ ŵĂŐŶŝĮĐĞŶƚ ŵĂƌŝŶĞ ůŝĨĞ͕ ŝƐ ŽŶůLJ a 10 minute boat ride away from ƚŚĞ ŚŽƚĞů ũĞƩLJ͘

February 2017 Dar Life I 63

All Picture Courtesy of Sunshine Marine Lodge

A Sneak Preview of

Swahili Fashion Week Lighting the Runway Ablaze

By Mariam Ombeni

64 I Dar Life I February 2017

“

Swahili Fashion Week is the biggest fashion platform in East and Central Africa for fashion and accessory designers from Swahili speaking countries and the African continent to showcase their talent, market their creativity and network with clientele.”

T

he East and Central’s Africa’s largest fashion event, Swahili Fashion Week and Awards celebrated 10 years of African fashion and the runway in 2017. The renowned Fashion week is certainly one of Africa’s top fashion events and continues to expand with each edition.

10 years of showcasing and promoting fashion from around the continent is certainly something to

celebrate. The recently held event also marks the significant growth of African fashion, textile and beauty industries which continue to flourish in most markets around the continent. Last year’s edition of Swahili Fashion Week took place from 1st to 3rd December in Dar es Salaam, Tanzania at the National Museum.

The 3 day event commenced with a Textile & Apparel February 2017 Dar Life I 65

“

Swahili Fashion week aims to reach out to the public to emphasize and promote talent in the fashion industry. It is about valuing our own designers and building brands and taking them to a different level year in and year out.�

This was the 10th edition of the event. During the three days, all big players in the Tanzanian fashion industry were in attendance to be wowed by some of the very best local and foreign designers.

Swahili Fashion Week 2017 66 I Dar Life I February 2017

brought together 43 designers from within Tanzania and beyond to showcase their talents and the best were rewarded, the whole place was abuzz with activity, as models graced catwalk to showcase some of the collections on offer and vendors were the flowers of Swahili fashion week Bazaar was a place to buy and rest before the show started.

Unlike any other Swahili fashion week editions, on its 10th anniversary, different categories were awarded on both 3 nights, and for the first time the trophy was shared by immaculate Gervase and Emmanuel Kissusi

emerged as Emerging Designer winners taking over from Shaabaz Sayed (2016) after judges failed to pick the best of their creative designs.

The night ended on a high note as the Founder of Swahili Fashion Week, Mustafa Hassanali, thanked those who attended and everyone who took part in making the celebrations of 10th anniversary of Swahili Fashion Week 2017 to be of it is own style, without forgetting the announcement of SFW 2018 will be held from November 30th to 2nd December 2018.

Pictures Courtesy of Swahili Fashion Week

Forum which included a panel of industry leaders and was supported by The Ministry of Industry, Trade and Investment.

The interesting forum highlighted the need for East African countries to protect their markets and produce more fabrics and textiles.

February 2017 Dar Life I 67

Pictures Courtesy of Swahili Fashion Week

Career Enhancement Tips For First Jobbers 3 Key Tips to Grow Your Career

By Long Yun Siang

“

Like any other career enhancement tips, there are no guarantees for success. However, if you bring the right attitude and decide to take action then you are half way there. Nothing will stop a first jobber like you from shining at your workplace.”

Self-discipline

The value of self-discipline in a first jobber is often underestimated. Now that you are in the working world you think to yourself, “Is self-discipline overrated?”

I will tell you, no. It is not overrated. I have often found new staff with good selfdiscipline doing better than those who are poor in it. Part of self-discipline is sacrifice.

When you have strong selfdiscipline, it is inevitable that you would need to sacrifice some fun time to focus on your goals. If you are interested in advancing your career you may take some courses, or even read books 68 I Dar Life I February 2017

to increase your knowledge.

All these activities come with an opportunity cost. It could very well mean less time for leisure activities.

Success

If you want to enhance your career, define what success is to you. Once you know what success is to you then you can plan towards that goal.

Assuming you know what success is to you, the next step is to be single-minded in the pursuit of your goal.

Being single-minded means to be focused on your goals.

When you focus your energy on your goal, you get more out of your effort. Knowing your goal and your personal definition of success is an important element amongst these career enhancement tips for first jobbers. Equally important is to know your own strengths and your skills. If you want to enhance your career, play up on your strengths and improve on your skills required for your job.

Sincerity

Sincerity in your career means a lot of things. For me, as a first jobber you should look at doing your work sincerely and joyfully.

Meaning, do not treat your work as a drag. If you feel that your work is a

drag, then start by asking yourself. Why is it so, before blaming anyone else – be it the company, your boss or your colleagues. So, be sincere with yourself. What is your core challenge in not being able to do your work sincerely? Being sincere at your work means doing it with your level best. It means playing your part and taking personal responsibility for your work. It also means to share your learning and knowledge. When you share what you know about a certain task, you become an asset to your unit and this inevitably enhances your career.

In summary, the most important and practical career enhancement tips you can start now is – developing self-discipline, learning to sacrifice, define what success means to you, be single-minded in pursuit of your goals by knowing your strengths and skills, and doing your work with sincerity and have sharing as a work value you carry.

Picture Courtesy of Abdul Jamal

You found your first job and you feel a little anxious. You think to yourself – “How am I going to survive through all these?” With the right attitude and guidance, you will soon look forward to doing your best.

February 2017 Dar Life I 69

70 I Dar Life I February 2017

February 2017 Dar Life I 71

Starting a Business?

Start With an Idea

By Toni Nelson That’s the perfect place to start. What do you enjoy doing? This is where you need to get a pen and paper (or your tablet) out and put down the things you would like to do and are good at. This is extremely important because you need to be able to follow through.

For other people they dream of starting a business because they want to spend more time with their family. They see their children growing up before their eyes and feel that they are missing out on never to be repeated moments.

Dreaming is one thing. Doing is another.

Your first step is to start thinking about the type of business you want to start.

Maybe you are an accountant and you want to branch out

72 I Dar Life I February 2017

on your own. For others it might not be that easy. They aren’t sure what business to start. All they know is that they want to enjoy what they do.

“

What do you need to do so that you go from dreaming to doing? First you need to have a plan.

Sadly many have quit their jobs before they had the proper foundation. If you want to start a business you can do so while you are still employed. As a matter of fact in many ways it’s better to do that especially if you have financial obligations that need to be met.”

If you are the type to start a project and never finish it then starting a business might not be right for you. Once you get their feedback take a look at the areas you need to work on. The process of finding what type of business that’s right for you usually begins with a dream. Now take the steps to make that dream a reality.

Picture Courtesy of Chris Sambo

F

or many the dream of starting a business begins from behind a desk at work. Perhaps they have just finished a project and feel that this could have been “their” project that they would reap all the benefits from.

Are you good at planning parties? That could lead you to a business as a planner.

The question is what kind of planner? Do you want to plan corporate events? Weddings?

You need to drill down and get very specific as to what you want your business to be. Take the list you have made of the possible businesses you could start and ask your family and friends what they think. These are the people who know you really well and can help you see things you don’t.

February 2017 Dar Life I 73

To love is to receive “ a glimpse of heavens -Karen Sundle-

”

T

he more we love, the deeper our understanding of life will be. In the midst of all of life’s challenges and complications, love stops us in our tracks and changes everything. The power of love is something we should celebrate every day, but Valentine’s Day is a great opportunity to be reminded of how special the people we love truly are.

In honor of this annual holiday, Dar Life brings to you some ideas for how to celebrate the occasion, whether you’re single, dating, or have been married for years.

• Buy some roses – give them away or use them to freshen up your living space and remind yourself how much you are loved.

• Make a homemade card for someone.

• Take a weekend trip to Arusha, Zanzibar, Mwanza or Bagamoyo. If you can’t afford to travel, try a “stay-cation”. Book a hotel room in your city for a night or two, turn off your phone and laptop, and enjoy complete relaxation with your loved ones.

• Have a classic movie date at the theater with friends and/or your partner. Or set up a drivein at home, complete with a projector and

74 I Dar Life I February 2017

without limits

Celebrate Valentine’s Day in a New Way this Year

By Karina Disuza

snacks.

• Look for restaurants with Valentine’s Day specials, get all dressed up, and enjoy a special dinner with friends or your partner.

• Cook dinner for your partner or your friends at home. Go all out with a fancy outfit and festive music and decorations.

• Go to a concert or take dance classes with loved ones.

• Surprise someone you love with a gift that they really need or want.

• Alone? Show yourself some love! Who says that people need a companion for this one day of the year? Treat yourself to a spa visit, a nice meal, or some new perfume.

• On small pieces of paper, write down every kind of kiss that you can think of (examples: passionate, on the cheek, etc.). Then fill an inexpensive red felt bag with your “kisses” and give it to your partner.

• Order food from a take-out restaurant and have a picnic for all the Valentines in your family on your living room floor.

• If you are separated across the miles, send a care package filled with things that are red.

• Say “I love you” a lot, and mean it!

Places to Buy Gifts for Your Loved One Malls/Supermarkets /Shop Village Super Market Fahim Ayaz Petals & Leaves Moraff Gift Shop Smart Collection Dar Free Market Benathon Gems

Shoppers Super Market Tanzanite Dream Quality Centre Mall Lithos Africa Sino Gem Paragon Gsm Mall Mkuki House Slipway Shopping Center City Mall Mlimani City Shopping Mall Gift Mart Mo Flow – The Flower Shop Tingatinga Centre Green Room Viva Towers Mr Price

Hyatt RegencyThe Kilimanjaro THE SPA - Exclusive!!

Location Toure Drive amhuri Street Chusi St Jamhuri Street Asia Street Ali Hassan Mwinyi Rd Sea Cliff Hotel Mwai Kibaki Upanga Julius K. Nyerere Rd Hyatt Regency Serena Hotel Amverton Tower Masaki & Pugu Julius K. Nyerere Rd Slipway Morogoro Rd Sam Nujoma Rd City Mall Msasani Haile Selassie Rd Slipway Sh. Center Ali Hassan Mwinyi Rd Mlimani City Mall

Specialty Gifts & Treats Jewellery & Watches Flowers & Gifts Items Cards, Gifts 0 Assorted Gifts Items Assorted Gifts Items Jewellery Assorted Gifts Jewellery Fashionable Cloths Jewellery & Watches Jewellery Jewellery Fashionable Cloths All Gift Items Art & Craft & Cloths All Gift Items All Gift Items Gift Items Gift Items Art & Craft Arts & crafts Gift Shops Fashionable Cloths

Tel No 0685 192 719 0715 915 255 0754 002 106 784 334 466 022 212 9491 0787 737 426 022 260 0726 022 270 1545 022 215 2100 0759 615255 0753 603666 022 211 2416 0754 674 893 022 218 3777 0776 865 854 022 260 0893 0768 088 066 0783 552 014 0656538605 0716 606 029 0654 574 808 0757 279 405 0773 355 552 022 241 1498

BE MY VALENTINE

Offer

A romantic night for couples- treat your loved one to Valentine’s night for TSHS 784,000/• A night for two in a Sea View room inclusive of breakfast • Steam bath and sauna • 90-minute couple massages Or • Enjoy any 90-min massage at TSHS 170,000 or for couple side by side 90 min massage at TSHS 320,000/-.

• Choose any 90-min massage treatment; treat your partner and yourself to a tension releasing massage. Pamper or rejuvenate your body with the various massages we offer.

If you’re looking for a way to surprise your loved one but don’t have much time to plan something, you’re in luck. Hyatt Regency Dar es Salaam, The Kilimanjaro have teamed up to bring to you a few exciting evening itineraries to make for a truly memorable night.

ORIENTAL RESTAURANT

Experience love with an Asian-themed set menu and a live jazz band performance at the Oriental restaurant including Luc Belaire Fantome.

TSHS 220,000 per person | 7:30pm-11:30pm

LEVEL 8

Enjoy our delightful sushi, tempura and bubbly Valentine’s night with a live DJ performance at Level 8. Including Luc Belaire.

TSHS 180,000 per person| 7:30pm-11:30pm

For more information about Valentine’s Day offers and reservations, please call +255 764 70 1234.

February 2017 Dar Life I 75

Places to go with Your Loved One Akemi Tanzania’s Revolving Restaurant Tarangire Sopa Lodge Hyatt Regency The Kilimanjaro Golden Tulip City Centre Park Hyatt Zanzibar Cape Town Fish Market Double Tree by Hilton Dar & Znz Dar es Salaam Serena Hotel Hakuna Majiwe Beach Lodge New Africa Hotel Essque Zalu Zanzibar Ramada Encore Dar es Salaam White Sand Hotel & Resort Sea Cliff Znz Sopa Lodges Ledger Plaza Bahari Beach Mediterraneo Hotel Alcove Restaurant Suncrest Cineplex Century Cinemax Tanzania Blue Rock Spur Protea Amani Beach Golden Tulip Boutique Hotel Coral Ridge Spur Fanjove Island Lodge Ocean Paradise Resort Golden Tulip Boutique Hotel Pasha Turkish Cuisine Sea Cliff Court Premier Swiss Sunrise Beach resort Protea Hotel Marriott

76 I Dar Life I February 2017

Golden Jubilee Towers Tarangire Kivukoni Street Jamhuri Street Stone Town 180 Msasani Bay Slipway/Stone Town Ohio Street Zanzibar Azikiwe Street Zanzibar Ghana Avenue Africana Road Zanzibar Tarangire/Ngorongoro Kunduchi, Mtongeni kawe Beach Msasani- Sea Cliff Quality Centre Mkuki House Ohio Street Kigamboni Zanzibar Sea Cliff Village Fanjove Island Zanzibar Zanzibar Masaki Haile Selassie Rd Kigamboni Oysterbay & Zanzibar

Special Couple Dinner Spend Night/Dinner/Wildlife Safari Spend Night/Dinner/Spa Massage Spend Night/Dinner Spend Night/Dinner/Spa Massage Special Couple Dinner Spend Night/Dinner/Spa Massage Spend Night/Dinner/Spa Massage Spend Night/Dinner Spend Night/Dinner/Spa Massage Spend Night/Dinner/Spa Massage Spend Night/Dinner Spend Night/Dinner/Spa Massage Spend Night/Dinner/Spa Massage Spend Night/Dinner/Spa Massage Spend Night/Dinner/Spa Massage Spend Night/Dinner Special Couple Dinner Movie Movie Special Couple Dinner Spend Night/Dinner/Horse Riding Spend Night/Dinner Special Couple Dinner Spend Night/Dinner Spend Night/Dinner/Spa Massage Spend Night/Dinner Special Couple Dinner Spend Night/Dinner Spend Night/Dinner/Spa Massage Spend Night/Dinner/Spa

Picture Courtesy of Hashim Jamal

Hotel/Restaurant/Cinema Location Activity

February 2017 Dar Life I 77

78 I Dar Life I February 2017

February 2017 Dar Life I 79

Exploring Rivertrees “Country Inn” Down By The River, Amongst The Trees

By Delphine Minvielle

T

rue to all of the delightful images its name conjures up, Rivertrees is an idyllic haven, cool and quiet as the shaded waters that weave through it.

Sunlight dapples the lush green lawns, birds chatter sweetly and the breeze swaying the tall branches sounds like the contented sigh of a lazy afternoon.

Its history stretches back to the times when Tanzania was a British mandate, and colonial pioneers were exploring the potential of the abundant territory at their disposal. Carving farms out of fertile montane forest, Blackburn Estates tamed the land into rows of coffee picturesque enough that the Gehrken family – already under the spell of Africa through the course of many hunting trips and safaris – were further enchanted and, in 1961, made the riverside plantation their own.

“

In 1980 Martina, one of their seven children, moved out to the estate to make her home and raise her children. By the late 1990’s, the soil had proven too acidic for its crop and the coffee was uprooted to make way for the farm to enter a new chapter of its destiny, as a bed and breakfast. Martina converted the original rooms, sheds and the old factory into charming guest rooms, and began welcoming travellers from far and wide.”

As a result of her natural knack for hospitality and a keen culinary instinct, the establishment grew: with new investment came more cottages, a restaurant, and a swimming pool. Eventually, having nurtured the business from start-up to success, Martina handed over to a management team and turned her talent toward new projects.

The inn comprises a range of accommodations including Garden Rooms, River Cottages, a sumptuous River House, and the original Farm House, which was Martina’s family abode. In addition, talented therapists offer much-appreciated massages for weary travellers and mountain-climbers, and the restaurant serves guests fresh tasty meals from its own gardens, incorporating many dishes based on Martina’s family recipes.

80 I Dar Life I February 2017

Contrasting its origins as a humble B&B to its current stature may make it sound comparatively crowded and busy, but in fact the opposite is true: the terrain spans ten lush acres, and the cottages are hidden discreetly among thickets of trees and vegetation, and around riverine bends. The spaciousness and foliage complement each other to maintain an aura of quiet and calm that seems to absorb any bustle and busyness, and permeates the serenity innate to such a natural space.

Because it has been a much loved home for so many years, it has stayed effortlessly true to its origins. There are still family antiques adorning some of the rooms, including an HMV gramophone from the mid 1900’s, and paintings depicting times gone by. The cottages haven’t lost the personal touch and care that they were built with, and in many ways a stay here feels like visiting a long-lost relative’s house: it conjures a nostalgia belonging to a time and place not one’s own, and is yet relaxed and comfortable enough that it feels familiarly familial.

Residents special Valentine Offer

Book 2 nights & get complimentary dinner include 1 bottle of House wine on both evenings!

A perfect place for Couples, friends & Family to rejuvenate a perfect holiday.

The friendliness of the staff, too, befits the cosy nature of the place, and is an instinctive extension of the attention to detail designed to make the most of its naturally warm and friendly ambiance.

“

Perhaps its understated style comes from the context of its location. Whilst the swarming safari circuit circles Arusha and Kilimanjaro, Rivertrees is tucked away out of town in the foothills of Kili’s lesser-known cousin, Mt Meru. A carefully curated catalogue of activities plays to the untapped riches of its surroundings: guests are encouraged to explore colourful village life and the smallholder farming projects that testify to the region’s coffee-growing prowess.”

A short meander up the road leads to Arusha National Park, a natural reserve that is frequently downplayed by the better-known Ngorongoro Crater, Serengeti, Tarangire, and Lake Manyara. But those that take the time to explore this gem are rewarded with sparkling flamingo-studded lakes, green groves that graze buffalo and zebra, and thick, lichened forests that lead the way up the blown-out crater, once a colossal peak that dwarfed the Roof of Africa.

Bearing testament to the richness of the region, another close-by crater well worth seeking out is Lake Duluti. Cradled by flourishing woodland, this natural wonder yields the best of its abundant birdlife from the comfort of a canoe.

Much like these understated treasures, Rivertrees is an example of still water that runs deep: an oasis of unpretentious natural charm that adds a timeless pause to a traveller’s journey, and a true home away from home.

February 2017 Dar Life I 81

All Picture Courtesy of Rivertrees “Country Inn”

For more information & reservation please call +255 743 600 202 or email info@rivertrees.com.

February 2017 Dar Life I 83

February 2017 Dar Life I 83

BOOK REVIEWS

Coffee break

Join Dar Life reviews editor for the pick of the books with an East African flavour

By A Novel Idea

The Tiger’s Prey – by Wilbur Smith

The Malabar coast is full of dangers: greedy tradesmen, fearless pirates, and men full of vengeance. But for a Courtney, the greatest danger might just be his own family. Francis Courtney flees the comfort of his Devonshire estate when his stepfather’s gambling debts leave him penniless and at risk. He sails to South Africa with revenge and fortune on his mind: his uncle Tom Courtney killed his father, and Francis intends to avenge his death and make his fortune in the process. However, upon his arrival in Cape Town, he uncovers a truth that leaves him overwhelmed and disoriented. Christopher Courtney sets out to make his own way in the world, giving up his privileged position as the son of the Governor of Bombay. The perils and betrayals on his journey carve a fierce warrior out of him, but they also harden his soul and lead him to greater violence and treachery. As the lives of these two Courtney men intertwine, the sins of the fathers will forever alter the lives of a younger generation. The Tiger’s Prey takes readers on an epic journey from the southernmost point of Africa, through the perilous waters of the Arabian Sea, to the lush Indian coastline. It is an incredible and breathless tale of intrigue and family betrayal from one of the world’s greatest storytellers.

A Column of Fire – by Ken Follet The saga that has enthralled the millions of readers of The Pillars of the Earth and World Without End now continues with Ken Follett’s magnificent, gripping A Column of Fire. Christmas 1558, and young Ned Willard returns home to Kingsbridge to find his world has changed. The ancient stones of Kingsbridge Cathedral look down on a city torn by religious hatred. Europe is in turmoil as high principles clash bloodily with friendship, loyalty and love, and Ned soon finds himself on the opposite side from the girl he longs to marry, Margery Fitzgerald. Then Elizabeth Tudor becomes queen and all of Europe turns against England. The shrewd, determined young monarch sets up the country’s first secret service to give her early warning of assassination plots, rebellions and invasion plans. Elizabeth knows that alluring, headstrong Mary Queen of Scots lies in wait in Paris. Part of a brutally ambitious French family, Mary has been proclaimed the rightful ruler of England, with her own supporters scheming to get rid of the new queen. Over a turbulent halfcentury, the love between Ned and Margery seems doomed, as extremism sparks violence from Edinburgh to Geneva. With Elizabeth clinging precariously to her throne and her principles, protected by a small, dedicated group of resourceful spies and courageous secret agents, it becomes clear that the real enemies – then as now – are not the rival religions.

How to Build A Car – by Adrian Newey

The world’s foremost designer in Formula One, Adrian Newey OBE is arguably one of Britain’s greatest engineers and this is his fascinating, powerful memoir. How to Build a Car explores the story of Adrian’s unrivalled 35-year career in Formula One through the prism of the cars he has designed, the drivers he has worked alongside and the races in which he’s been involved. A true engineering genius, even in adolescence Adrian’s thoughts naturally emerged in shape and form – he began sketching his own car designs at the age of 12 and took a welding course in his school summer holidays. Adrian has designed for the likes of Mario Andretti, Nigel Mansell, Alain Prost, Damon Hill, David Coulthard, Mika Hakkinen, Mark Webber and Sebastian Vettel, always with a shark-like purity of purpose: to make the car go faster. And while his career has been marked by unbelievable triumphs, there have also been deep tragedies; most notably Ayrton Senna’s death during his time at Williams in 1994. Beautifully illustrated with never-before-seen drawings, How to Build a Car encapsulates, through Adrian’s remarkable life story, precisely what makes Formula One so thrilling – its potential for the total synchronicity of man and machine, the perfect combination of style, efficiency and speed.

These titles and many more are available at A Novel Idea Bookstore. To inquire about book purchases, please call Tel: +255 022 2601088 or email: info@anovelidea.co.tz.

84 I Dar Life I February 2017

February 2017 Dar Life I 85

86 I Dar Life I February 2017

February 2017 Dar Life I 87

The Wild Beaut Paradise for Nature Lovers

By Sara Maro

“If you have chosen the southern circuit for your adventure safari, then a visit to Tanzania’s fourth largest national park, Mikumi, is likely to be on your program.

Four to five hours drive on comfortable roads will take you to this park which is known for hosting a wealth of Tanzania’s national animal, the giraffe.”

I

f you want to spend your holiday in a majestic natural area, the grand Mikumi National Park is the place to be. Established in 1964, Mikumi is the fourth largest national park in the world, enclosing an area of about 3230 square kilometers. Located south of Dar es Salaam right on the main Morogoro Iringa Highway, it is the first national park stop on the Tanzania southern circuit safari. The word Mikumi comes from a local word for Borassus

88 I Dar Life I February 2017

palm trees referred to as Mikuky. Mikumi was the name given to the villages created by a tribal chief of Wavindunda community with the name of Mtwahela Kikuwi (pronounced mm-twa-hhe-laa Kee-kuu-wee).

Mikumi National Park has two main sections divided by the main road.

The northwest section is where most guests undertake their wildlife and birdlife viewing expeditions made possible by

existing safari tracks. The Mkata flood plains aid the ecosystem by creating pools of water and therefore creating a sustainable environment for the plants and wildlife. The vegetations predominantly found are mixed grassland with acacia, baobab, sausage, tamarind and few small palms trees. Game driving further into the park or staying at the Foxes Tented Camp, itself lying on a hill, the majestic view of the Rubeho and Uluguru mountains can be seen, which

auty of Mikumi

are part of the pre-Cambrian rocks formed over 600 million years ago.

The southeast of Mikumi National Park is not conducive to the safari experience because of its underdeveloped infrastructure. Guests staying at the Vuma Hills Tented Camp can experience the rugged and wilderness experience from a geological and Vegetation perspective.

Visiting Mikumi National Park during the dry season can aid a safari experience by the fact that the dried up vegetation and the brown soil creates a superb hue during sunrises and sunsets.

Why Visit Mikumi National Park during a Tanzania Safari?

• First Park on the Southern Safari Circuit: Mikumi National Park is the first stop on the southern safari circuit, allowing guests an

enjoyable break with a wildlife viewing experience on route to Ruaha National Park.

• Excellent Biodiversity: Mikumi offers the opportunity to view a diverse number of animals and birds in a short period of time without too much driving around.

• Personalized Wildlife Watching: With relatively few numbers of people undertaking the southern February 2017 Dar Life I 89

What to do Game drives and guided walks are great options. Manu guests enjoy visiting the snake park in Mikumi village. Guests can also visit the nearby Udzungwa Mountains, or travel on for more wildlife safari in Selous or Ruaha.

90 I Dar Life I February 2017

Best Time to Visit Mikumi National Park’s dry season starts around mid-May lasting to mid-November, with patches of transition time between January and February when rains switch from the short to the long rains. Long rains start from around the middle of February tapering off by the middle of May. Getting there A good surfaced road connects Mikumi to Dar es Salaam via Morogoro, roughly a 4 hour drive. There are also road connections to Udzungwa, Ruaha and (dry season only) Selous. Charter flights are available from Dar es Salaam, Arusha or Selous and local buses run from Dar to park HQ where Tanzania Safari game drives can be arranged.

Mikumi Lodges & Camps • Foxes Safari Camp - Foxes Safari Camp is a small and personalized camp in Mikumi. It is set up on a rocky kopje on the Mkata flood plain, which presides over the best game viewing area of the park, the Mwanamboga Waterhole.

• Vuma Hills Tented Camp - Vuma Hills Tented Camp is perched above the trees stretching over the seemingly endless wilderness southwest of Mikumi National Park.

Mikumi National Park’s wonderful wildlife experience, along with its perfect location on route to Ruaha National Park, makes it a must-visit during a Tanzania safari.

Picture Courtesy of John Kisa

safari circuit by road, Mikumi is one of the most undervisited parks in Tanzania.

• Accommodation Fairly Priced: Accommodations in Mikumi National Park cater to all personalities and budgets, making it a mustvisit park for any person visiting Tanzania.

• Unique Wildlife Experience: Safari guides often state that it is easier to spot a tree-climbing lion in Mikumi National Park than to spot one in Lake Manyara National Park.

February 2017 Dar Life I 91

Travel File AIR CHARTERS

Auric Air DJB Air charter Flight link Sky Aviation Tanzanair Tanzanian government flight Zantas air Coastal Aviation Zan Air Safari Airlink

AIRLINE (DOMESTIC) Air excel Air Tanzania Coastal Aviation Precision Air ZanAir Fast Jet Airline Indigo Aviation Regional Air

0783 233334 2843710 2842230 2844410 2843131 2138638 2137181 2842700 2843297 0773 723274

027 2501597 2114688 2117960 2130800 024 2232993 0685 680534 022 2600780 027 2502541

AIRLINES (INTERNATIONAL) Air Malawi Air Tanzania Air Zimbabwe Air Mauritius Air Zimbabwe Air Uganda Emirates Ethiopian airline Egypt Air Kenya airways KLM Oman Air South African Swiss international Saudia Arabian Airlines Turkish Airlines Qatar Airways Yemenia Zambezi Airline

0713 321315 2110245 2123526 2121747 2123526 2127746 2116100 2117063 2136665 2119376 2113336 2119426 2117044 551 00 20 2118870-3 0686 860111 2198300 2126036/3 2126460

HOTELS & BEACH RESORTS Altantis Hotel African Sky Millennium Towers Hotel Alba Hotel Apartments Best Western Coral beach hotel Bagamoyo Beach Resort Beachcomber Hotel & Resort Belinda Beach Resort Collubus Hotel Colloseum Hotel

92 I Dar Life I February 2017

0684 226672 2774588 2774815/6 2601928 023 2440183 2647773 2647551 2771449 2666655

Changani Beach Resort Doubletree by Hilton Dar es Salaam Serena Hotel ESSQUE Zalu Zanzibar Golden Tulip Hotel Golf Course Apts Giraffe Ocean View Hotel Harbour View Suites Heritage Motel Holiday Inn Hotel Sea Cliff Hyatt Regency -The Kilimanjaro Hotel Niko Tower Jambo Inn Jangwani Sea Breeze Kunduchi Beach Hotel & Resort Karafuu Hotel Beach Resort Kipepeo Beach Camp Ledger Plaza Bahari Beach Lawns Hotel & beach Resort Mbezi Garden Hotel Markham Executive Suites Mediterraneo Hotel Mikadi Beach camp Mullers Mountain Lodge New Africa Hotel Oysterbay Hotel Ocean Paradise Resort Zanzibar Paradise Express Palm Beach Hotel Protea Hotel Oysterbay Protea Hotel Courtyard Protea Hotel Amani Beach Resort Protea Hotel Zanzibar Beach Resort Peacock Hotel Q bar and Guest House Ras Kutani Sleep Inn Hotel Serena Hotel Slipway Studio Apts Sunrise Beach Resort Salvation Army Mgulani Hotel Silver sands The Courtyard Protea The City Ambassador YMCA Upanga

CAR RENTALS

AVIS Budget Rent Car Business rent a car Comfort Travel, Tours & Car Hire Easy Car Rentals Green Car Rentals Hertz

0767 233234 2210000 2112416 778 683 960 2600288 2668912 2647871 2124040 2117471 2137575 2600288 0764 701 234 2137936/7/8 2114293 2647215 2650326 0713 325157 0754 276178 2650352 2650050 2628012 2771800 0754 812567 0754 370269 027 2640204 2117050 2600352 0774 440990 767 9555522 2222299 2666665 2130130 0713 410033 0757 417782 2120334 2602150 2134802 2127340 2112416 2600893 755 400900 2851467 2650567 2130560 2667511 2135457

0756 885588 0716 786123 2122852 2183136 0779 888777 2183718 2122130

Lucky rent a car Leisure Tours National Car Rental Smart Rental Car Sixt rent a car Skylink Rent a car ltd Sams Car Rentals Travel Mate Unique Car Rental ltd Value rent a car ltd Viola Car Hire & tours Wonderful Tanzania Xpress Rent a car Zanzibar Car Hire ltd

TOURS & TRAVEL

Antelope Tours & Travel Service Brandson travel and tours Cordial Tours & travel Services Ltd Coastal Travels Destination Zone Easy Travel & Tours Ltd Emslies Travel Ltd Fortune Travel & Tours Ltd

0713 230120 2860300 0784 885901 0784333777 0784322111 2115381 0784 437283 2600573 2772535 2121257 0713 295928 0787 588588 2128356/7 0777 414044

2117515 2126956 2136259 2117957 2126460 0784 602151 2114065 2121937

Jumbo Travel Services JCCE Tours & Safaris Ltd Karibu Holidays Lions of Tanzania Leopard Tours Malaika tours Paka Adventure Rickshaw Travels Satsuru Travels Satellite Travel & Tours Skylink Travel & Tours Travel mate Takims Holiday, tours & Safari Ltd Worldlink Travel and Tours Walji’s Travel Bureau Ltd

RAILWAYS

Tanzania railways corporation TAZARA

2121250 0783 600304 2110321 2128161/2 2119754 0754 889639 0784673715 2114094 0658 583000 2119722 0754 451111 2600573 2110346 2120477 2110321

2110599 2860340

To be included in this Listing, please email us on info@ darlifecom

February 2017 Dar Life I 93

DAR ES SALAAM TOP HOTELS & RESORTS HYATT REGENCY DAR ES SALAAM, THE KILIMANJARO A: 24, Kivukoni Front T: + 255.764 701 234 E: daressalaam.kilimanjaro@hyatt.com W: www.daressalaam.kilimanjaro.hyatt.com

PROTEA HOTEL COURTYARD A: Barack Obama Drive T: +255 22 213 0560 E: info@phcourtyard.com W: www.proteahotels.com/courtyard

RAMADA RESORT DAR ES SALAAM A: Africana Road, Jangwani Beach T: +255 22 216 2333 E: reservations@ramadaresortdar.com W: www.ramadaresortdar.com

DAR ES SALAAM SERENA HOTEL A: Ohio Street T: +255 (22) 211 2416 E: dshreservations@serena.co.tz W: www.serenahotels.com

PROTEA HOTEL OYSTERBAY A: Corner of Haile Selassie & Ali Hassan Mwinyi Roads, Oysterbay T: + 255 22 266 6665 E: info@phoysterbay.com W: www.proteahotels.com/oysterbay

NEW AFRICA HOTEL A: Azikiwe Street/Sokoine Drive T: +255 22 2117050/51 and +255 68 520 0301 E: nah@newafricahotel.com W: www.newafricahotel.com

HOLIDAY INN A: Azikiwe, Upanga Road Junction T: +255 22 213 9250 E: reservations@holidayinn.co.tz W: www.holidayinn.co.tz

PROTEA HOTEL AMANI BEACH A: Amani Gomvu Area, Kigamboni T: +255 782 410 033 E: info@ph amanibeach.com W: www.proteahotels.com/amanibeach

SOUTHERN SUN DAR ES SALAAM HOTEL A: Garden Avenue T: +255 22 213 7575 E: reservations@tsogosun.com W: www.tsogosun.com

DOUBLETREE BY HILTON HOTEL DAR ES SALAAM - OYSTER BAY A: Slipway Road, Msasani Peninsula T: +255 779 0000 06/7 E: dardt_reservations@hilton.com W: www.doubletree3.hilton.com

HOTEL WHITE SANDS- THE BEACH RESORT A: Africana Road, Jangwani Beach T: +255 22 264 620-4 E: info@hotelwhitesands.com W: www.hotelwhitesands.com

SUNRISE BEACH RESORT A: Mjimwema, Kigamboni T: +255 755 400 900 E: info@sunrisebeachresort.co.tz W: www.sunrisebeachresort.co.tz

Hotel & Luxury Apartments

DAR ES SALAAM - TANZANIA

RAMADA ENCORE DAR ES SALAAM A: Ghana Avenue T: +255 (22) 234 3434 E: info@ramadaencoredar.com W: www.ramadaencoredar.com

SEA CLIFF COURT HOTEL & LUXURY APARTMENTS A: Off Haile Selassie Road, Msasani Peninsula T: +255 22 260 1968-7 E: reservations@seacliffcourt.com W: www.seacliffcourt.com

KUNDUCHI BEACH HOTEL & RESORT A: Kunduchi, Near Mtongani T: +255 688 915 345 E: reservations@kunduchi.com W: www.kunduchi.com

LEDGER PLAZA BAHARI BEACH A: Off Kunduchi, Mtongani T: +255 22 555 0301 E: reservations.ledgerbaharibeach@laicohotels.com W:laicohotels.com/ledger-plaza-bahari-beach

SEA CLIFF HOTEL A: 10 Toure Drive, Msasani Peninsula T: +255 22 552 9900 E: information@hotelseacliff.com W: www.hotelseacliff.com

GOLDEN TULIP DAR ES SALAAM CITY CENTER A: Jamhuri Street T: +255 22 212 9351 E: info@goldentulipdarcitycenter.com W: www.goldentulip.com/en/hotels/goldentulip-dar-city-center

94 I Dar Life I February 2017

February 2017 Dar Life I 95

2105 2220

1050 0435

2105 2220

1050 0435

2105 2220

1050 0435

1050 0435

2105 2220

1050 0435

2105 2220

1050 0435

2105 2220

1050 0435

FASTJET

96 I Dar Life I February 2017

AURIC AIR

For more Information visit www.auricair.com or email: auric@auricair.com

Dar

Mtwara

Zanzibar

Arusha

DAILY Zanzibar Zanzibar Zanzibar Zanzibar Zanzibar Zanzibar Zanzibar Arusha Arusha Pemba Pemba Iringa Dodoma

06:30 08:00 10:15 11:30 15:00 16:30 18:30 11:00 16:30 08:00 15:00 07:00 07:00

06:55 08:25 10:40 11:55 15:25 16:55 18:55 12:10 18:40 09:20 16:20 09:35 08:30

MONDAY TO FRIDAY Mtwara Mtwara

06:30 16:30

07:30 17:30

MONDAY TO FRIDAY DAR DAR

08:00 18:00

09:00 19:00

DAILY Dar Dar Dar Dar Dar Dar Arusha Arusha

07:15 10:35 12:15 15:25 17:35 18:35 10:35 17:05

07:40 11:00 12:40 15:50 18:00 19:00 12:10 18:40

DAILY Dar Zanzibar Zanzibar

13:30 15:50 13:30 15:05 13:30 18:40 Discover all our destinations at www

.tz

February 2017 Dar Life I 97

& in

DAR

Located along the Indian Ocean, Dar es Salaam is a diverse city with strong Arabic, Indian, and traditional African and Swahili influences. This rich diversity is reflected in the city’s culinary scene, as visitors and locals can enjoy a wide range of delicacies originating in different regions of the world. Dar Life presents a selection of restaurants, cafes, and bars that are guaranteed to satisfy even the wildest food or drink cravings.

• Akemi Revolving Restaurant: Lunch Buffet from 12-3pm, TSHS 35,000 & a la Carte Light Lunch from 12-3pm with a selection of dishes ranging from TSHS 15,000-19,000. Call +255 687/0753 360 360.

• Akemi Revolving Restaurant: Lunch Buffet from 12-3pm, TSHS 35,000 & a la Carte Light Lunch from 12-3pm with a selection of dishes ranging from TSHS 15,000-19,000. Call +255 687/0753 360 360.

• Coral Ridge Spur: Surf & Turf Combo (200g Fillet and 125g Calamari) at TSHS 33,500 & Pop a Balloon for a chance to win a prize. Call +255 764 700 657.

• Hyatt Regency – The Kilimanjaro: Enjoy a new dining experience: The Palm Brasserie offers delicious breakfast from 6:30-10:30, Buffer Lunch from 12:30- 15:30pm & Dinner from 18:30 – 22:30pm. Flame Tree Lounge & Terrace offers new menu Gourmet Panini, Baguettes, Pizzas, Burgers, & our home-made smoothies and freshly grinded coffees from 8-11am. Oriental Restaurant offers mix of Asian flavor, from Chinese and Thai to Japanese and Vietnamese, including fresh Sushi and Sashimi, dim sum and other Asian dishes from 6-10:30pm.

Call +255 764 701 234.

• Doubletree by Hilton, Oyster Bay - Cooking Live! Experience live-cooked BBQ at its finest for only TSHS 30,000 PP. For more details, call +255 779 000 006/7.

• Dar es Salaam Serena Hotel: International Lunch Buffet from 12:30-3:30pm for TSHS 45,000 & Set Menu Dinner from 6:30-10:30pm for TSHS 50,000 at Serengeti Restaurant. Call 022 221 2500.

• Golden Tulip Dar es Salaam City Center- Fire restaurant. Lunch buffet at TSHS 20,000 PP. Call 022 212 9351.

• New Africa Hotel: Power Lunch at Bandari Grill for TSHS 29,000. 12-3pm & Thai by the Waves from 6.30-11.00pm Call +255 22 2117050/51.

• Ramada Encore: Continental Lunch Buffet at the Hub Restaurant for TSHS 35,000, 12.30 to 3pm & 7-10:30pm & Dinner Buffet from 7-11pm. Call +255 22 234 3434.

• Q-Bar – Monday Rocks! Lunch Special from 12-2pm, includes Free Soft Drink & Coffee. Call 0754 282 474.

98 I Dar Life I February 2017

Tuesday

Monday

• Coral Ridge Spur: Buy One, Get One Free Burger Offer! Call +255 764 700 657.

• Hyatt Regency – The Kilimanjaro: Enjoy a new dining experience: The Palm Brasserie offers delicious breakfast from 6:30-10:30am, Buffer Lunch from 12:30- 15:30pm & Dinner from 18:30 – 22:30pm. Flame Tree Lounge & Terrace offers new menu Gourmet Panini, Baguettes, Pizzas, Burgers, & our home-made smoothies and freshly grinded coffees from 8-11am. Oriental Restaurant offers mix of Asian flavor, from Chinese and Thai to Japanese and Vietnamese, including fresh Sushi and Sashimi, dim sum and other Asian dishes from 6-10:30pm.

Call +255 764 701 234.

• Dar es Salaam Serena Hotel: International Lunch Buffet from 12:30-3:30pm for TSHS 45,000 & Set Menu Dinner from 6:30-10:30pm for TSHS 50,000 at Serengeti Restaurant. Call 022 221 2500.

• Doubletree by Hilton, Oyster Bay - Cooking Live! Experience live-cooked BBQ at its finest for only TSHS 30,000PP. For more details, call +255 779 000 006/7.

• Golden Tulip Dar es Salaam City Center- Fire restaurant. Lunch buffet at TSHS 20,000 PP. Call 022 212 9351.

• New Africa Hotel: Power Lunch at Bandari Grill for TSHS 29,000. 12-3pm & Thai by the Waves from 6.30-11.00pm Call +255 22 211 7050/51.

• Ramada Encore: Continental Lunch Buffet at the Hub Restaurant for TSHS 35,000, 12.30 to 3pm & Dinner Buffet from 7-11pm. Call +255 22 234 3434.

• Q-Bar – Monday Rocks! Lunch Special from 12-2pm, includes Free Soft Drink & Coffee. Call 0754 282 474.

• Akemi Revolving Restaurant: Lunch Buffet from 12-3pm, TSHS 35,000 & a la Carte Light Lunch from 12-3pm with a selection of dishes ranging from TSHS 15,000-19,000. Call +255 687/0753 360 360.

from 12:30- 15:30 & Dinner from 18:30 – 22:30.

Flame Tree Lounge & Terrace offers new menu Gourmet Panini, Baguettes, Pizzas, Burgers, & our home-made smoothies and freshly grinded coffees from 8:00-11:00. Oriental Restaurant offers mix of Asian flavor, from Chinese and Thai to Japanese and Vietnamese, including fresh Sushi and Sashimi, dim sum and other Asian dishes from 6:00pm to 10:30pm. Call +255 764 701 234.

• Coral Ridge Spur: ‘Kids Eat Free’ - 1 Free Kids’ Meal per dining adult ordering a Main Meal. Call +255 764 700 657.

• Doubletree by Hilton, Oyster Bay - Cooking Live! Experience live-cooked BBQ at its finest for only TSHS 30,000PP. For more details, call +255 779 000 006/7.

• Ramada Resort: Arabic night with live cooking station & complimentary rum-less mojito. Call +255 22 216 2333.

• Golden Tulip Dar es Salaam City Center - Fire restaurant. Lunch buffet at TSHS 20,000 PP. Call 022 212 9351.

• Golden Tulip Dar es Salaam City Center: Citrus Lounge – Fire restaurant. Lunch buffet at TSHS 20,000 PP. Call 022 212 9351/0624 100 000.

Wednesday

• New Africa Hotel: Power Lunch at Bandari Grill for TSHS 29,000. 12-3pm & Thai by the Waves from 6.30-11.00pm Call +255 22 211 7050/51.

• Ramada Encore: Continental Lunch Buffet at the Hub Restaurant for TSHS 35,000, 12.30 to 3pm & BBQ night (with unlimited beers) for TSHS 48,000/- from 7-9pm. Call +255 22 234 3434

• Hyatt Regency – The Kilimanjaro: Enjoy a new dining experience: The Palm Brasserie offers delicious breakfast from 6:30-10:30, Buffer Lunch from 12:30- 15:30 & Dinner from 18:30 – 22:30.

Flame Tree Lounge & Terrace offers new menu Gourmet Panini, Baguettes, Pizzas, Burgers, & our home-made smoothies and freshly grinded coffees from 8-11pm. Oriental Restaurant offers mix of Asian flavor, from Chinese and Thai to Japanese and Vietnamese, including fresh Sushi and Sashimi, dim sum and other Asian dishes from 6:00pm to 10:30pm. Call +255 764 701 234.

• Q-Bar – Monday Rocks! Lunch Special from 12-2pm, includes Free Soft Drink & Coffee.

Call 0754 282 474.

• Akemi Revolving Restaurant: Lunch Buffet from 12-3pm, TSHS 35,000 & a la Carte Light Lunch from 12-3pm with a selection of dishes ranging from TSHS 15,000-19,000. Call +255 687/0753 360 360.

• Doubletree by Hilton, Oyster Bay – Arabian Dream - Arabic Buffet for only TSHS 55,000 pp. For more details, call +255 779 000 006/7.

• Dar es Salaam Serena Hotel: Sea Food Night at the Serengeti Restaurant from 6:30-10:30pm, for only TSHS 60,000. Call 022 221 2500.

• New Africa Hotel: Power Lunch at Bandari Grill for TSHS 29,000. 12-3pm & Thai by the Waves from 6.30-11.00pm Call +255 22 211 7050/51.

• Ramada Encore: Continental Lunch Buffet at the Hub Restaurant for TSHS 35,000, 12.30 to 3pm & South Indian Night for TSHS 25,000 7-11pm. Call +255 22 234 3434.

Thursday

• Akemi Revolving Restaurant: Lunch Buffet from 12-3pm, TSHS 35,000 & a la Carte Light Lunch from 12-3pm with a selection of dishes ranging from TSHS 15,000-19,000. Call +255 687/0753 360 360.

• Doubletree by Hilton, Oyster Bay – Seafood Buffet with a complimentary glass of wine for only TSHS 60,000 pp. For more details, call +255 779 000 006/7.

• Dar es Salaam Serena Hotel: International Lunch Buffet from 12:30-3:30pm for TSHS 45,000 & Set Menu Dinner from 6:30-10:30pm for TSHS 50,000 at Serengeti Restaurant. Call 022 221 2500.

• New Africa Hotel: Power Lunch at Bandari Grill for TSHS 29,000. 12-3pm & Thai by the Waves from 6.30-11.00pm Call +255 22 211 7050/51.

• Hyatt Regency – The Kilimanjaro: Enjoy a new dining experience: The Palm Brasserie offers delicious breakfast from 6:30-10:30, Buffer Lunch

Friday

• Q-Bar – Monday Rocks! Lunch Special from 122pm, includes Free Soft Drink & Coffee. Call 0754 282 474.

• Hyatt Regency – The Kilimanjaro: The Palm Brasserie offers delicious breakfast from 6:3010:30, Buffer Lunch from 12:30- 15:30 & Dinner from 18:30 – 22:30. Flame Tree Lounge & Terrace offers new menu Gourmet Panini, Baguettes, Pizzas, Burgers, & our home-made smoothies and freshly grinded coffees from 8-1pm. Oriental Restaurant offers mix of Asian flavor, from Chinese and Thai to Japanese and Vietnamese, including fresh Sushi, dim sum and other Asian dishes from 6-10:30pm. Call +255 764 701 234.

• Dar es Salaam Serena Hotel: African Night at Serengeti & Kibo Terrace Restaurants (Outdoor Barbeque Night with Swahili Blues Band) from 6:3010:30pm, for only TSHS 55,000. Call 022 221 2500.

• Ramada Encore: Continental Lunch Buffet at the Hub Restaurant for TSHS 35,000 from 12.30 to 3pm & Dinner from a la Carte menu from 7-11pm.

Call +255 22 234 3434.

• Golden Tulip Dar es Salaam City Center - Fire restaurant. Lunch buffet at TSHS 20,000 PP. Call 022 212 9351.

• Q-Bar – Monday Rocks! Lunch Special from 12-2pm, includes Free Soft Drink & Coffee.

Call 0754 282 474.

February 2017 Dar Life I 99

• Akemi Revolving Restaurant: Sunday Brunch from 12-4pm. Buffet, live music and unlimited sparkling wine, mimosas and bloody Mary’s for only TSHS 45,000 pp. Call +255 687/0753 360 360.

• Akemi Revolving Restaurant: Lunch Buffet from 12-3pm, TSHS 35,000 & a la Carte Light Lunch from 12-3pm with a selection of dishes ranging from TSHS 15,000-19,000. Call +255 687/0753 360 360.

• Doubletree by Hilton, Oyster Bay – Weekend Feast! BBQ, Panini’s & Fajita’s for only TSHS 30,000 pp. For more details, call +255 779 000 006/7.

• Doubletree by Hilton, Oyster Bay – Doubletree by Hilton, Oyster Bay – Weekend Feast! BBQ, Panini’s & Fajita’s for only TSHS 30,000 pp. For more details, call +255 779 000 006/7.

• Dar es Salaam Serena Hotel: International Lunch Buffet from 12:30-3:30pm for TSHS 45,000 & Set Menu Dinner from 6:30-10:30pm for TSHS 50,000 at at Serengeti Restaurant. Call 022 221 2500.

• Golden Tulip Hotel (Oysterbay)– “The Big Chill” Special BBQ from 12-5pm. Adults TSHS 40,000/= & Kids TSHS 25,000/=. Call 0773 272 247.

• Golden Tulip Dar es Salaam City Center – Football craze at Citrus lounge. Enjoy your team sweating out on the field with a 25% off on Mocktails from 2.30pm to 6.30pm. Call 022 212 9351.

• Ramada Beach Resort - Enjoy S.W.A.T Nights, a unique & different culinary journey with the best of Swahili, Arabic, Greek & Seafood delicacies Market restaurant from 7– 11pm for only TSHS 60,000 pp.

Call +255 22 216 2333.

• Golden Tulip Hotel (Oysterbay) – “The Big Chill” Special BBQ from 12-5pm. Adults TSHS 40,000/= & Kids TSHS 25,000/=. Call 0773 272 247.

• Ramada Encore: Ramada Encore: Continental Lunch Buffet at the Hub Restaurant for TSHS 35,000, 12.30 to 3pm & Dinner from a la Carte menu from 7-11pm. Call +255 22 234 3434.

• Hyatt Regency – The Kilimanjaro: Enjoy a new dining experience: The Palm Brasserie offers delicious breakfast from 6:30-10:30, Buffer Lunch from 12:30- 15:30 & Dinner from 18:30 – 22:30.

Flame Tree Lounge & Terrace offers new menu Gourmet Panini, Baguettes, Pizzas, Burgers, & our home-made smoothies and freshly grinded coffees from 8-1pm. Oriental Restaurant offers mix of Asian flavor, from Chinese and Thai to Japanese and Vietnamese, including fresh Sushi and Sashimi, dim sum and other Asian dishes from 6-10:30pm. Call +255 764 701 234..

100 I Dar Life I February 2017

• New Africa Hotel: Thai by the Waves from 6.3011pm & Sunday Brunch at TSHS 45,000 from 113pm. Call 022 211 7050/51.

Sunday

Saturday

• New Africa Hotel: Indian Night at Bandari Grill with Varda Arts Band for TSHS 35,000 from 7-11pm & Thai by the Waves from 6:30-11pm. Call + 255 22 211 7050.

• Hyatt Regency The Kilimanjaro: Family-friendly Sunday Brunch with live music and a variety of children’s activities from 12:30-3:30 pm Call: +255 764 701 234.

• Ramada Beach Resort - Social Sunday Brunch at Market Restaurant with lavish buffet spread, free flow sparkling wine, kid’s activities and live band for only TSHS 65,000 per person from 12:30pm. Call +255 222 162 333.

• Dar es Salaam Serena Hotel: Family Brunch with a variety of children’s activities from 12:30-3:30pm for only Tsh 60,000. Call 022 221 2500.

• Golden Tulip Dar es Salaam City Center - Grand Buffet Breakfast, TSHS 30,000. Call 022 212 9351.

• Ramada Encore: Sunday Sparkling Brunch (bottomless bubbly) for TSHS 38,000/- from 9-3pm & Dinner from a la Carte menu from 7-11pm. Call +255 22 234 3434. Call +255 22 234 3434.

February 2017 Dar Life I 101

BUSINESS DIRECTORY

AUCTIONEERS

International Commercial Bank

2115386

I&M Bank

2127330/4

International Bank of Malaysia

2110518

Kenya Commercial Bank

2115386

Kilimanjaro co-operative

027 2750470

Mbinga Community Bank

025 2640719

National Bank of Commerce

2110042

National Microfinance Bank

2116487

Saving & Finance

2118625

Stanbic Bank

2122195

Standard Chartered Bank

2122160

Tanzania Bankers Association

2127764

Tanzania Postal Bank

2115258

Tanzania Investment Bank

2115906

Majema Auction Mart Ltd

2183044

The people’s Bank of Zanzibar

027 2231118

Yono Auction Mart Co.

2129534

Twiga Bancorp

2115575

United Bank of Africa

2130113

Western Union

2132821

AUTOMOBILE SERVICE/SPARES CMC Automobiles Ltd

2113017

Continental Automobiles Spares Ltd

2114284

Cross-Conti Enterprises

2121496

Gajjar Auto works

2121450

ADVERTISING

BUSINESS CENTRE Doubletree Business Centre

2210000

MSS ltd.

0784 457345

Mang and Sec Service Ltd

2165500

BUSINESS MACHINES

Prime Colour Scan

0713430374

Eyecatcherz (T) Ltd

2864800

Advertising & promotion co. ltd

0784 522811

MFI office solutions (T) ltd.

2182602

Ashton media

2127253

Reza company ltd.

2134458

Lowe scanad

2110647

Panatech Company Ltd

2134458

FCB

2127064

M&M

2668114

ZK advertising

2666599

Ogivly

0683 361523

BANKS

BMTL

2119193

CATERING SERVICES In flight Catering Services

2843541

Dar es Salaam Serena Hotel

2112416

Hyatt Regency - The Kilimanjaro

0764 701 234

African Banking Corporation

2119302

Hotel & catering equipment

0763 245 539

Akiba Commercial Bank ltd.

2118340

New Africa Hotel

2117050

Azania Bancorp

2118026

Bank of Baroda

2124472

Bank of Tanzania (B.O.T)

2110946

Barclays bank

2129381

Bank M (T) Ltd

2127824

CLEARING & FORWARDING AGENTS

Bank of Africa (BOA)

2110104

Giant links

2134907

Citibank

2117575

Kuehne & Nagel ltd

2860410/4

CRDB Bank Ltd

2117441

Laz Ltd.

2137450

Dar es salaam Community Bank

2180253

Manica Logistics

0784 355388

Diamond Trust Bank

2114888

Swiss port Tanzania ltd.

2844610

Eurafrican Bank

2111229

Spedag

2123420

Exim Bank

2113091

Teddy junior Logistics

2135990

FBME Bank ltd.

2126000

Federal bank of Middle East

024 2238936

Habib African Bank

2111014

102 I Dar Life I February 2017 96 I Dar Life I February 2016

COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES

College of Business Education

2150177

Holiday Inn

2137575

Learn it Inst. of Business & Tech.

2180615

Kunduchi Water Parks Ltd.

2650326

National college of tourism

2856862

Ledger Plaza Bahari Beach

2650301

Studies (UCLAS)

2700091

New Africa Hotel

0759 777461

The Aga khan university

2122740

Protea Hotel Amani Beach

0754 410033

Paradise Express

0767 9555522

University College of Lands & Architectural studies (UCLAS)

2700091

Paradise City Hotel

2200060

University computing centre

2136560

Serena Hotel

2112416

University of Dare s salaam (UDSM)

2410501

Sea Cliff Hotel

2600380

Salvation Army

2851467

COMMERCE AND TRADE

Tanzania Global Development LC

2123709

The Courtyard

2130130

Board of External Trade

0713 1268741

The Golden Tulip

2600288

DSM Merchants Chamber of Commerce

2122267

The SlipWay

Industry and Agriculture

2121421

Hotel White White Sands Sands Hotel

2600893 07582647621 818 697

Tanzania Chamber of Commerce,

COMMUNICATIONS

CONSULTANTS

Agrovision

2761081

ARK Consultancy Firm

0754 034775

Golden Communication

2100000

BKP Consultants

2125178

Virtual Communications

2125166

Brahmbhatt & Co.

2132215

COMPUTER HARDWARE, SOFTWARE SERVICES Amnu Business Solution

2136363

Cats Tanzania ltd.

2112631

Computer Centre (Tz) Ltd.

2117730

Computech ICS (T) Ltd

2152024

Computer Sales and Services

2125278

Cybercom Tz/ComputerPoint (K) Group

2121594

Elite Computers

2151287

DCDM Consulting Ltd

2112291

Deloitte and Touché

2116006

Ernst & Young

2667227

KPMG Tanzania

2118866

Massawe Ernst & Young

2667227

Price Water House Cooper

2133100

Tanna Sreekumar & Co.

2118660

Unique Financial Services Ltd

2118657

COURIER SERVICES

Extreme Web Technologies

0784 870811

High End Computers

2602200

Micronix System ltd.

2865693

a5500330

Orange Technologies ltd.

2116123

DHL Tanzania

2861000

Office Depo

2121610

Expedited Mail Services (EMS)

2113709

PC Solutions

2133040

FEDEX

2701647

Power Computers

2126768

Femina express Distribution

2185755

Sai Office

2864326/7

One World Courier

2123537

Soft-tech Consultant’s Ltd

2138433

Swallow

0754 730334

Software Applications Ltd

2120107

TNT International Express

2124585

Smart Solutions

0754 474495

TechPlus Computer Systems

2184454

Technotion

2134944

Aramex

022

HARDWARE

CONFERENCE FACILITIES

Asar Ltd ASL TZ Limited

0655625482 2864687

Atlantis Hotel

0684 226672

Akshar (Africa) Ltd

2862870

Amani Beach Hotel

0786 775566

Al-Hilal Ceramics & Hardware Ltd

2184600

Beach Comber

2647773

Hassanali Hardware Stores

2115793

Dsm Intl. Conference Centre

2122833

Prime Building material

2138442

DoubleTree Conference Facilities

2210000

Tent Trading

2865808

Dar es Salaam Serena Hotel

2112416

Hyatt Regency - The Kilimanjaro

0764 701234

February 2016 I Dar Life I 97 February 2017 Dar Life I 103

BUSINESS DIRECTORY INSURANCE COMPANIES & BROKERS Alliance Insurance Corporation

2139100

Alexander Forbes

2600910

Alliance Life Assurance

2103300

AON Tanzania

2114415

Heritage II Insurance Company

2138476

Impex Insurance Brokers

2122119

Jubilee Insurance Corporation

2135121

Liaison Insurance Brokers (T) ltd.

2124800

Lion of Tanzania Insurance Company

2132902

MGen Tanzania Insurance co. Ltd

2127580

Milmar Insurance Consultants Ltd

2126484

NIC of Tanzania

2113823

Organistaion (FAO)

2150075

Phoenix of Tanzania Assurance Company

2122777

Reliance Insurance Company

2120088

Royal Insurance Tanzania

2138058

Strategis INsurance Tanzania Ltd

2136579

MARITIME SERVICES DMI life raft servicing station

2133645

DMI fire appliances servicing station

2133645

DMI maritime consultants

2133645

DMI maritime safety/insurance warranty

2133645

DMI maritime training

2133645

Offshore safety training

2133645

Colour Print

2450331

DTP

2772802

Iprint

2863466

Imaging Smart

2866026

ID Press

2137750

Jamana Printers

2861400

Premadasa Printers

0713430374

Print Max

0713463332

Tanzania Printers

2866778

AGS Axxon Movers SDV Transami (T) Ltd Teddy Junior Logistics World Wide Movers (Tz) ltd

SCHOOLS

Academic international Aga khan nursery Aga khan primary Aga khan secondary Al-muntazir Islamic Cambridge academy Tanzania Dar es salaam international academy Dar international school Dares salaam independent school Dutch school French school Finnish school Haven of peace International school of Tanganyika I.S.T. elementary Japanese school Kwanzaa school Laureate international school Swedish school Princess gate school

SIGNS/ENGRAVING / BILLBOARDS SHIPPING

Diamond shipping services Mediterranean Shipping Co.

TRANSPORT Fast truck international Damas & Sons Musa’s Transport

TELEVISION NETWORK

REAL ESTATE Abla Estate Developers Ltd

2773148

Estia Real Estate

2600444

Gimcoafriaca Property Management Ltd.

2133037

Knight frank Phyka Real Estate Service Rupia investment Co. ltd Trust Selling & Letting Ltd

2600134 2774105 2124669 0787 706891

RECRUITMENT SERVICES 104 98IIDar DarLife LifeIIFebruary February2017 2016

REMOVALS

Eyecatcherz (T) Ltd Graphics & signs Co. ltd.

Monier 2000 ltd.

PRINTERS

EroLink

Jobs search international Radar recruitment

0767 694654

Multi choice CTV WIN

WATCHES

2124669 2124594

2700932 2122392 2401016 2135990 2700977

2780628 2150511 2152484 2151253 2112768 2772674 0784 511822 2460214 2781515 2780491 2602970 2600670 2650604 2601126 2151817/18 2666825 2650451 2781066 2602762 2781059

2864800 0784 623777 2668142

2120160 2851660

2772747 2180408 0754 609370

2199600 2116611 2120683

Accurate 0784 292252 Lithoe Africa Hyatt Regency The Kilimanjaro 0753 603666 Swiss watch stores 2122142

February 2017 Dar Life I 105

DAR SHOPPING GUIDE ART GALLERIES & JEWELLERY Art & Frame African Art & Tanzanite Crown jewellers La Petite Galleries Lithos Africa (Hyatt regency the Kilimanjaro) Mandawa Studio Persian Art Raza Art Gallery Mikono Mawazo Gallery Royal Plaza, Mikocheni Swala Gem Traders Tanzanite Dream (upanga) Tanzanite Jewellers (slipway) Yakub Jewellers (Mlimani city branch)

AMUSEMENT AREA Funky Orbit Wet n wild

BAKERIES

Epidor café

BEAUTY SALONS Ayurveda Afro World Colosseum Health Club Classic Cuts Eriq Amtalla Hairdressing Gayatri Bauty Parlour Hair & Nail Co. Josabell Karma Hair Srudio La coupe Masai Hair Beauty Salon Top Knots Top 2 Toe

BOUTIQUES

Africa Sana Green Boutique

CLUBS

American Club Bridge Club Corona Society Dar es Salaam Choral Society Dar Gymkhana Club Lions Club Lions Club of Dar century Little Theatre

106 I Dar Life I February 2017

2602700 2773717 2135929 0713 261663 2117354 0755 806742 0754 755079 2775169 022 2863011 0784 782770 2771874 0757 500200 2152739 2601207 0784 615255

2602264 2656026/28

2136006/7

Rotary Club of Dar The DSM Yatch club The Horse Riding Club 000234

COOKING GAS Alpha Gas Mashru Stores ltd Chiku Gas

CULTURAL CENTRES & LIBRARIES Alliance Francaise British Council Goethe-Institut Iranian Cultural Centre National Centre Library National Museum Nyerere Cultural Centre Russian Tanzanian Cultural Centre Village Museum

CLEANERS

Spik n Span Plaza Dry Cleaners 0784 611655 0755 742831 2669072 0784 332293 2601610 0713 429192 2666033 2600601 0712 846406 2600042 0713 320301 2600380 2600651

0754 329252 0713606726

2666097 0787 464648 2150947 2775578 2120519 0713 322175 2180198 0784 277388

CLUBS/ASSOCIATION Aditi Indian High Commission Bridge Club Corona Society Dar es salaam Choral Society Dar es salaam Yatch Club Diplomatic Spouses Group Dar es salaam Young people’s Theatre Little Theatre Gymkhana Club Hash Harriers Irish Society Royal Society of St.George Sewing Club South African women’s group Russian Cultural Center Alliance Francaise Patel Samaj

0713 780565 2600132 0754

2132613 2120016 0713 327567

2131406 2116574 2134800 2115932 2150048 2122030 0754 264461 2136577 2700437

2150246 2700921

2600741 0787 464648 2150947 2775578 2600137 2602023 0784 412257 0784 277388 2120519 0754 433692 2601700 2600581 2775942 2781434 2136578 2131406 0713 606706

DIVING/SPORTS EQUIPMENTS Sea Breeze Marine Seatmate Sports Shop

ENTERTAINMENT

Claudia productions Homeboyz entertainment Tz ltd.

0754 783241 2602105

2773717 0784 355388

FITNESS CENTRE Colosseum Fitness Centre Fitzone

MUSIC BARS 2669072 2600786 2601953

FURNITURE SERVICES

Club bilicanas Hi tide Q-Bar Storm The slipway Java Lounge

2120605 2600800 0754 282474 0754 831258 2600893 2601131

Furniture Carpet & World

FUMIGATION SERVICES Rentokil Initial (T) ltd.

FUNERAL SERVICES Corona (T) ltd.

HAIR & BEAUTY

Azad hair dressers Angels Touch hair and Beauty Salon Adam & eve Beauty Clinic Chic Beauty Parlour Cleopatra Spa & Salon Eriq Amtallas Heaven’s beauty & Hair Salon Hair & Beauty Clinic New la Coupe The Hair & Nail Co. Total Lookz Top Knots Salon Touch Spa The Spot Hair & Beauty Spa

INTERNET CAFES Cyber cafe KNet Kool surfing

INTERNET SERVICES African online Cats Tanzania LTD Satcom Raha Yah Click

PICTURE FRAMING 2126005

POSTAL SERVICES 2122555

MOBILES PHONES A & S Mobile Phones & Accessories FoneZone

MOSQUITO NET TMTL

Tanzania posts corporation

SHOPPING 2123816 0784 417932 0784 524849 2116190 2666655 0754 833541 0715 458708 2668448 2600042 2775206 2700997 0787 117779 2602593 0754811630

2121427 2701274 0784 368444

Nakumatt Tanzania LTD J M mall Mlimani City Mayfair plaza Oysterbay Shopping Centre Quality Centre Shoppers Plaze Shirjee

STATIONERY

Masumin printways & stationers ltd.

Pran pen corner ltd.

Aakash Stationaries

SUPERMARKET Nakumatt Tanzania LTD Shrijee super market (town) Uchumi

2138394

THEATRE

Little theatre New World Cinemas Century Cinemax Cinemax

VETS

Vet care ltd Vet consult 2600707 2125096

2863129

2602700 2601046

2118280

0768 255900 - -

2117090 2118044 2134847

0768 255900 2131542 2865808

POOL EQUIP & CHEMICAL Nabaki Africa LTD.

2116090 2137915 2116611 2125230 0782 353281

KEY CUTTERS & LOCHSMITHS Manji’s key cutting centre ltd

Art n’ frame Taiyebi & Sons Ltd.

VIDEO STORES Tanrose

0754765508

0784 277388 2771409 2773053

2667488 2774269

2775386,

To be included in this Listing, please email us on info@darlife. com

February 2017 Dar Life I 107

108 I Dar Life I February 2017

February 2017 Dar Life I 109

110 I Dar Life I February 2017

February 2017 Dar Life I 111

112 I Dar Life I February 2017

February 2017 Dar Life I 113

114 I Dar Life I February 2017

February 2017 Dar Life I 115

116 I Dar Life I February 2017