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Folktale: The Child of the Physician & King Snake
The Son of the Physician and King Snake
Part One
There was a very educated physician, who died and left his wife and son, when the...
When and What is the Significance of Karume Day?
What is the Significance of Karume Day in Tanzania and When is Karume Day Date?
Karume Day meaning is a public holiday in Tanzania, which...
Maasai Politics and Social Planning
Maasai Politics and Social Planning
Social Planning
A major feature of diversity in the Maasai society is the age system that distinguishes older men from other...
10 Interesting Facts About the Maasai Tribe!
10 Interesting Facts About the Maasai Tribe and Their Way of Life!
The Maasai is an ethnic group found in East Africa. It is world...
Maasai Circumcision Ceremony in Summary
Quick Notes on the Maasai Circumcision Ceremony
In the Maasai history and society in general - circumcision is one of the most important ceremonies that...
Things to Know About Maasai Warriors Ceremony
Maasai Warriors Ceremony Eunoto
After the Maasai circumcision and the ceremonies of puberty, Maasai youths become full men and enter another stage of their lives...
Quick Snapshot of the Maasai History (Masai Tribe)
Quick Snapshot of the Maasai History (Masai Tribe)
The Arrival of the Maasai to East Africa
Today the Maasai are based in Southern Kenya and Northern...
Public Holidays in Tanzania and Zanzibar
Public Holidays in Tanzania and Zanzibar
Public Holidays in Tanzania are in accordance with the Public Holidays Act (as amended) in 1966 and are observed...
An Inside of Maasai Baby Names and Ceremonies
A Quick Inside Look of Maasai Baby Names and Ceremonies
When a Maasai baby is born, it is not given an official name, but is...
What You Need to Know: Maasai Beads and Gems
What You Need to Know About Maasai Beads and Gems
All over the world, tribes are known for their clothing and decoration. The Maasai may...
FolkTale: The Monkey, Shark & Washerman’s Donkey
Great Friends: The Monkey, Shark and Washerman's Donkey
In ancient times, Kee′ma (a monkey) and Pa’pa (a shark) were close friends.
The monkey lived in a...
Folktale: The Young Hunter and the Cannibal
Mkaaah Jeechonee, the Young Hunter Looking for the Cannibal
Part One
Sultan Maaj′noon had seven kids, and a big cat, things that made him very proud.
Everything...
Folktale: The Sorcerer and the Sultan’s Son
The Sorcerer and the Sultan's Son
Once upon a time there was a sultan who had three sons, whom no one was able to teach...
Negative Opinions Against Traditional Healers
Kyela, Tanzania: Discrimination Against Traditional Healers by Doctors and Missionaries
In the summer of 2002, I had an in-depth discussion with members of CHAWATIATA (Association...
Gap: Traditional Medicine and Modern Medicine
Traditional Healers and Conventional Doctors: Bridging the Gap in Modern Health Research
Traditional Medicine in Tanzania
The recognition of Traditional Healers (TH) as health care providers...
Registration of Traditional Healers in Zanzibar
Registration of Traditional Healers in Zanzibar, City of Unguja
The city of Unguja, Zanzibar - Traditional healers of Unguja with their medicine bags, scriptures and...
Air Transport Infrastructure Challenges
Air Transport Infrastructure Challenges in Tanzania
Mwalimu Julius Nyerere International Airport
JNIA is the main exit door and the main transport link in the country. It...
How Much Do You Know About Tanzania Railway?
Detailed Analysis of Tanzania Railway Transportation
In 2008 Tanzania had 3,689 kilometers (2,292 miles) of railway tracks, which made the country rank as 46th in...
History of Rail Transport in Tanzania (Mainland)
History of Rail Transport in Tanzania (Mainland)
How much do you know about Tanzania railway? This article will give you the answer you need by...
Air Transport in Tanzania – Passenger & Freight Airlines
Air Transport in Tanzania - Passenger and Freight Aircraft
Tanzania's airports play a key role in transport infrastructure in the country. As well as being...