Ethiopia: Expert Advocates Policy Overhaul to Unlock Tourism Potential

[ad_1] ADDIS ABABA- A senior tourism researcher has called on the Ethiopian government to improve visa policies, streamline immigration processes, and reduce bureaucratic barriers to fully exploit the nation's untapped tourism potential. The Tourism Training Institute's Senior Tourism Researcher SahleTeklie told The Ethiopian Herald that developing tourist destination infrastructure alone is insufficient. It is vital to identify and address hindering factors such as visa and immigration policies to attract a broader range of visitors and boost revenue. Sahlealso stressed the […]

October 15, 2024 1

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Tanzania: Moshi Khalsa, TPDF Set for Nyerere Hockey Cup Semis

[ad_1] Defending Champions Moshi Khalsa and Tanzania People's Defence Force (TPDF) from Dar es Salaam are on the verge of advancing to the semi-finals of the 2024 Nyerere Hockey Cup. The tournament, featuring 12 hockey teams from across Tanzania, officially kicked off on Friday at the Sikh Community Ground in Moshi, Kilimanjaro Region. The opening action saw Moshi Khalsa and TPDF share the spoils in a highly anticipated re-match of last year's final. In the 2023 edition, Moshi Khalsa claimed […]

October 15, 2024 1

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Tanzania: Beach Soccer Team Ready for Beach Afcon Finals

[ad_1] CAIRO: THE National Beach Soccer Team Coach, Jaruph Juma, has said he is satisfied with the ongoing preparations ahead of the 2024 Beach Soccer Africa Cup of Nations (BSAFCON) finals. The country's envoys have stepped up drills as they aim to achieve success at the approaching contest set to kick-off from October 19th to 26th in Hurghada, Egypt. It will also be used as a qualification route for the 2025 FIFA Beach Soccer World Cup to be held in […]

October 15, 2024 2

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Tanzania’s Sporting Quagmire – Time to Call for General Hagai Mrisho Sarakikya’s Silver Bullet

[ad_1] ON a certain Friday, July 21st, 2017, Dar es Salaam's indoor stadium was buzzing with excitement for the national basketball championships. But while the crowd was focused on the court, I found something just as monumen tal sitting quietly outside. Three men sat comfort ably chatting like village elders under a baobab tree, reminiscing about the good old days. Instinctively, I grabbed my camera and approached them, respectfully asking if I could capture the moment. Their enthusiasm was infectious […]

October 15, 2024 2

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Tanzania: Why Italians Thrilled to Scale Mount Kilimanjaro Through Umbwe Route

[ad_1] Nine tourists from Bergamo Province in Northern Italy have vowed to sensitise better conservation of Mount Kilimanjaro, to make it more economically viable to the country. Effectively next year, the tourists who are members of Club Alpino Italiano (CAI) intend to contribute to afforestation efforts on Mt Kilimanjaro, because of its vital importance to the ecology of the surrounding region. CAI group leader Domenico Martino said to save the mountain, they intend to introduce programmes aimed at involving local […]

October 15, 2024 2

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East Africa: Tanzania, Rwanda to Decide Semis Fate

[ad_1] Tanzania's Under-20 national team, 'Ngorongoro Heroes', will today make their final push for a spot in the CECAFA Qualifiers semi-finals as they face Rwanda at Azam Complex Stadium in Dar es Salaam. Group B has already seen Uganda and Burundi secure their spots in the semi-finals, raising the question of which teams from Group A will join them. With Tanzania, Sudan, Kenya and Rwanda all vying for advancement, the competition is intense. The outcomes of the upcoming matches will […]

October 15, 2024 2

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Africa: New Risks Raise Pandemic Threat on a Global Scale

[ad_1] Recent outbreaks of Marburg virus, Mpox and the latest strain of avian influenza (H5N1) are a stark reminder of the world’s vulnerability to pandemics. In 2024 alone, 17 outbreaks of dangerous diseases have already occurred. Each new outbreak exposes fault lines in the existing pandemic prevention architecture and global readiness to respond to disease outbreaks. A plethora of risks increase the likelihood of new pandemics according to a new report from the Global Preparedness Monitoring Board (GPMB). The report, […]

October 14, 2024 1

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Uganda Showcases Tourism, Culture During 62nd Independence Celebrations in China

[ad_1] Uganda's tourism and cultural appeal dazzled thousands in China over the past two days as the Uganda Embassy in Beijing and the Consulate General in Guangzhou jointly hosted the "Explore Uganda" Independence celebrations. The events held at the Kempinski Hotel on October 12 and the Great Wall of China on October 13 were strategically designed to spotlight Uganda's tourism potential and promote its vibrant cultural heritage, captivating Chinese audiences and international guests alike. The celebrations began with a grand […]

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Kenya: Running for Kiptum – Kenyans Looking to Dominate Chicago Marathon in Honour of Fallen Champion

[ad_1] Nairobi — Kenyan athletes lining up for Sunday evening's Chicago Marathon are looking to earn success in dedication to the late World Record Holder Kevin Kiptum, who died early this year in a road accident in Iten. Kiptum is the defending men's champion of the Chicago Marathon, having run a world record time of 2:00:35 to clinch victory last year. The race will observe a minute's silence in honour of the defending champion. The quest to ensure a Kenyan […]

October 14, 2024 2

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