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s March is now upon us, we have hopes of cooler days ahead here in Dar es Salaam. Yet the city is as hot as ever with new festivals, performances, and a smattering of other events. This month, we bring to you the latest on Miss Betty Omara Boniface’s crowning as Miss Tanzania 2013 and Asia Idarous’s Lady in Red 2014 show. For the foodies among us, be sure to check out our features on the Oysterbay Farmers’ Market, the Lake Gas Indian Food Festival, Thai chef Piyanat Yowabut at the Hyatt Regency, and cake-a-holic mastermind Elliot Pinto. Looking for a getaway? We give you the details on why and how to plan a trip to Arusha National Park, and a dozen ideas for sporting and leisure holidays across Tanzania. And if you’re still looking for a way to get in shape and have some fun, consider joining thousands of others doing the same thing at the 10th annual Kilimanjaro Marathon in Moshi. We invite you along as we continue to explore all that Dar es Salaam and its surrounding areas have to offer in March. In this issue, we bring to you our usual host of cultural programs, parties, special events and offers as well as the hottest new trends in technology, travel, business and career. Karibuni sana! Sincerely, The Dar Life Team
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CALENDAR OF THE MONTH
Events Around Town Kilimanjaro Marathon 2014 The Inside Guide: News, Events & Special Offer News Bits Cultural Program Natural & Organic Oysterbay Farmers Market A Cultural Melting Pot: Indian Food Festival The Mastermind Behind Cake-a-Holic Artist of the Month
REGULAR FEATURES Tech Talk Book Review Restaurant Directory Dar Emergency Business Directory Dar Shopping Guide
BEAUTY & HEALTH
FAQs About Birth Control The Importance of ‘Me Time’ The Zen Way to Career Success Create a Basic Marketing Plan
DAR FASHION & BEAUTY
Asia Idarous’s ‘Lady in Red’ 2014
SPECIAL FEATURE
Tantalizing Thai Cuisine with Chef Piyanat Yowabut
TOURIST INFORMATION
Beauty of Arusha National Park Travel File Hotels & Resorts Top 12 Sporting Holidays of a Lifetime in Tanzania Zanzibar Map Dar Map
ENTERTAINMENT
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EV EN T S A R O UN D T O WN 6 MARCH: Book Launch of “Black Rock” at A Novel Idea Slipway – free! [from 6pm] 8 MARCH: Nyama Choma Festival at Kijitonyama Postal Grounds – 10,000tsh per person [from 12pm] 11 MARCH: ‘Between the Lines’ Painting Exhibit by Sarah Markes at Alliance Francaise – free! [from 6.30pm] 13 MARCH: African Night at New Africa Casino – free! [9pm to midnight] 14 MARCH: Oohlala Fridays DJ / House Electronic Dance Music at Alliance Française – free! [from 7pm] 15 MARCH: “City Life” Painting Exhibit at Nafasi Art Space – free! [from 10:00 am] 20 – 21 MARCH: Five Choices for Extraordinary Productivity at Serena Hotel – 700USD [8am to 4pm] 21 MARCH: Cinema Screening (Mobile Home) at Alliance Francaise – free! [from 6:30pm] 30 MARCH: Easter Green Fun Festival at Ledger Plaza Bahari Beach Resort Hotel – entry fee varies
Regular Sports Events
Regular Events
* Bingo every Sunday at the New Africa Casino at 4pm. * The Hash house Harriers meet every Monday at 5:30pm at the different locations. Call Mr Jim Hatt for details-0754-874083. * Hare and Tortoise- 5km run/ trial from trinity Bar, Msasani Road next to Uganda high commission at 5:30. * Touch Rugby every Tuesday and Thursday starting 5:30 at the gymkhana club for details: Call 0784986987. * Hiking, biking and safari expeditions by Afri roots. For details call 0754- 459887.
* Nyumba ya sanaa: traditional dances every Friday night at 7:30pm. * Village Museum: traditional dances everyday of the week from 2pm to 6pm. * The dar-es-sallam music society is a non-profit choir which performs concerts to raise money for charity. They welcome anyone who wishes to join them. The only requirements are a love of singing and a willingness to commit their time; they have rehearsals every Wednesday at 7:30 pm at the UN Road campus of IST for more information call Nancy Benham- 0754-787881. * Line dancing every Wednesday from 7-9 pm at the little theatre for Details call Katy 0784-277388. * Charity quiz every Monday -8:30pm Darts competition every Tuesday -8:30 pm karaoke night every Wednesday- 9pm at o willies irish whiskey tavern.
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Social club meetings * Lions club of DSM Mzizima meets every 2nd Tuesday of the month at Patel Samaj at 8pm for details call 0713- 320790. * Rotary club of DSM meets every Wednesday at Serena Hotel at 12:30pm for details call 0754-780639. * Rotary club of Bahari DSM meets on Thursdays at 12.30pm at Serena Hotel. * Rotary club of Mzizima DSM meets on Mondays at 5.30pm at Protea Courtyard.
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Run Kilimanjaro! A Wonder of the World Marathon BySimon Sam “From 350 participants in its launch in 2003, today in its 12th year, the Kilimanjaro Marathon 2014 will set a striking record on March 2 as 6000 runners are expected to be a part of the iconic sporting event. With several foreign runners and the event being recognized globally, it is intriguing to learn what attracts an international spotlight on this miniscule town on the world map and how the Kilimanjaro Marathon has grown to become more than a one-day racing event.�
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f you are new to this event, please take note that it’s something to behold. In fact, Runner’s World recently labeled the race as the second “Wonder of the World Marathon.” Yes, we are talking about Kilimanjaro Marathon 2014. This year marks the 12th edition of the annual event and a host of new surprises. This year, Kili Marathon took place on March 2nd in the small town of Moshi, Tanzania, which is located
amidst the lower slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro. This year Kili Marathon runners will have four categories for participants of different caliber; 5 km Fun Run, 10 km Disabled Wheelchair and Handcycle race, 21.1 km Half Marathon, and 42.2 km Full Marathon. Runners are guaranteed unbelievable scenery as they travel through Tanzania: farms, villages, banana and coffee plantations, and forests. The
beauty of Mount Kilimanjaro itself towers above the runners for almost the race’s entire duration. The race is safe and well managed. It has official marshaling; time-keeping and refreshment points are located at regular intervals along the race route. Runners enjoy good-tarred roads to ensure comfort in running. The race is always an energetic source of excitement for local residents. This easily translates into March 2014 I Dar Life I 15
enthusiastic cheers, well wishes, and ample support to runners fortunate enough to take part in this amazing event. John Addison, the Managing Director of Wild Frontiers, the organization which manages the event, said this year’s race has various attractive incentives expected to inspire an increase of the number of participants. The winners of the 42.2km full marathon for both men and women will be presented with 4m/- each, and the first runners-up will receive 2m/- each while the second runners-up will take home 1m/-. The winner of half marathon for both categories will be awarded 2m/- each while the first and second runners up will be awarded 1m/- and 500,000/each. Addison added that medals and T-shirts will be available for the first 500 runners who will finish the 42.2km race and the first 2,200 runners who will complete the half marathon, plus the first 80 runners who will finish the disabled race.
If you’re not a professional runner, don’t let this concern you. Of course, the Kilimanjaro Marathon includes well-seasoned participants, but, it also includes a great number of runners who just want to share in the event’s excitement and fun. Plus, if your legs are not marathon ready yet, you can always opt for running the half marathon (21.1 km) or the 5 km Fun Run! 16 I Dar Life I March 2014
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The first 3,000 participants to finish the Vodacom 5km Fun Run will be presented with T-shirts and will also have the opportunity to win other various attractive prizes from Vodacom, the company sponsoring the event.
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THE INSIDE GUIDE NEWS, EVENTS & SPECIAL OFFERS Barazani - A Bi-Monthly Multicultural Night
Rhumba, traditional, Bongo Flava and “Muziki wa Dansi” rhythms by IFA BAND / Main band, HAWA from France, Fashion show / Jam session and more! Wednesday 26th March, 7pm-10.30pm, FREE! For more information, please call +255 22 2131 406
Trellidor Tanzania Launch
Finally Tanzania gets real security barriers! Come and see the official Trellidor showroom launch between 9am and 5pm on Wednesday 5 March. Trellidor does individually tailored security barriers for your home, office or business. Look for adverts in our magazine for more information. For more details, visit www.trellidor.co.tz
Selous Kinga Lodge offers you an adventurous fun-filled Selous Safari!
Enjoy your 3 day/2 night stay in Selous Game Reserve in our beautiful relaxing environment. Our package includes comfortable accommodation, fresh delicious meals, an adventurous game drive and finally a romantic boat safari along the Rufiji River. From Dar es Salaam, Selous Kinga Lodge is only 35 minutes by flight or 4 hours by road. Only $500 pp for 3days/2night (Residents) and $ 600pp (Non – Residents); Offer is exclusive of flight or road transfer, which can be arranged on request. To make reservations, contact us at +255 686 996 444 or E: sales@selouskingalodge.com
Unbeatable Banquets at New African Hotel
Together with state-of-the-art conference and meeting rooms, the New Africa Hotel provides unparalleled banqueting services. Having catered to the most prestigious functions at the Hotel, our banqueting is equally acclaimed beyond our doors and is now the outdoor catering service of choice. To make a booking, contact New Africa Hotel at +255 22 211 7050/51 | fbm@newafricahotel.com
Experience Typical Swiss Business
As you’d expect from the Swiss, you will be waited on not just attentively, but discreetly. And in SWISS Business, it can make a flight to Europe feel like it ends too soon. For flights from Dar es Salaam to Switzerland, with short connections to 74 destinations worldwide. To make reservations, call 022 211 88 71–73 or visit swiss.com
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NEWS BITS
Asia Idarous’s Lady in Red 2014
Lake Gas Indian Food Festival
Dar es Salaam turned its attention to the Serena Hotel where the 10th annual ‘Asia Idalou’s Lady in Red’ Fashion Show took place. The show is one of the most awaited Valentine fashion events in the country. It was obvious at the outset that this year’s show was bigger and better than previous shows, incorporating 32 wonderful designers all showing their creative creations on stage. After the show, all of the outfits were auctioned off, with the proceeds going to the charity of Kikale Youth Care Organization, which treats and counsels those struggling with drug addiction.
For the first time ever, The Lake Gas Indian Food Festival provided the people of Dar es Salaam the unique opportunity to try delicious Indian dishes from various Indian restaurants and caterers. Attendees enjoyed special menus, compared dishes and discovered new flavors! The Lake Gas Indian Food Festival is aimed at promoting the tantalizing tastes of Indian food to the general Tanzanian population. The Indian Food Festival will be held three times a year.
Kilimanjaro Marathon 2014
This year marks the 12th edition of the annual running event, which took place on March 2nd in the small town of Moshi, Tanzania, which is located amidst the lower slopes of Mount Kilimanjaro). The Kili Marathon has four categories for participants of different caliber: 5 km Fun Run, 10 km Disabled Wheelchair and Handcycle race, 21.1 km Half Marathon, and 42.2 km Full Marathon. 20 I Dar Life I March 2014
Natural & Organic Oysterbay Farmers Market
Oysterbay Farmers Market is the first farmers market born in Dar es Salaam, thanks to the World Food Programme and CEA. The intention is to create a space where the Dar es Salaam community has the chance to meet local food producers and buy their products. Vendors and organizations from all over Tanzania (Lushoto, Njombe, Morogoro, Tanga, and Zanzibar) come to sell their products and to show their projects related to food. New this year, cooking demonstrations will take place in order to allow people experience more of the concept of community through food.
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CHEF’S DELIGHT
Tantalizing Thai Cuisine with Chef Piyanat Yowabut A Blend of Unique, Healthy Flavours Comes to Dar By Ayushi Ramaiya
Hyatt Regency Dar es Salaam – The Kilimanjaro is pleased to introduce Chef Piyanat Yowabut, specialist in authentic Thai cuisine, who is determined to bring authentic Thai flavours to your plate.
Chef Piyanant’s Quick Reference Position at Hyatt Residency, Kilimanjaro: Thai and Sous-Chef Cooking Thai Cuisine since: 8 Years Favourite Thai Meal: Stir Fry Chicken in Hot Basil, Cooking style: Wok, Medium Pace – Ensure meal is made to perfection Describe Thai Food in few words: Healthy Balance of Spicy, Sweet and Sour Best Compliment: “Best Chef in town. We Love Your Food” (prepared vegetarian Thai Meal, Stir Fry Broccoli in Tamarind Sauce for a couple) Quick Tip for preparing Thai Meal: It is easy to cook provided you are good at paying attention to small techniques
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Hyatt is famous for awesome hospitality. Over here, we make our meals with fresh ingredients and best quality imports to offer the authentic flavor. I want everyone to try Thai food and appreciate the unforgettable taste. Thai cuisine is healthy, tasty and rich in variety with a selection of sea food, herbs, vegetables and meat.”
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hef Piyanat Yowabut has been passionate about cooking from the tender age of ten when his father introduced him to the kitchen. Following his initial attempts to pursue a law career, Piyanat realized that he loved cooking like nothing else and joined a hotel management institute to hone his skills. Piyanat’s journey as a chef began in his native country in Thailand when he joined the hospitality industry in 2008.
Asian Restaurant’ at Park Hyatt, Dubai. Having served for successful three years in Park Hyatt Dubai, Piyanat was selected as the Thai and Sous-Chef for Hyatt Residency, Kilimanjaro in August 2013. Regarding his cooking
experience in Tanzania, Chef Piyanat says, “It is fantastic to cook Thai cuisine in Africa and challenging as well. Unlike the Europeans, Americans and Asians, not many people know much about Thai food in Africa so I am always excited to cook
Soon after receiving training at the LSG Sky Chef and Mandarin Oriental Hotel Bangkok, Piyanat joined Park Hyatt Dubai as a commis chef in 2010. At Hyatt, Dubai, he has worked with a team of expert chefs and has specialized in all sections of Thai cuisine. Piyanat’s experience in Dubai extends to preparing menus for à la carte and banquet meals, and managing the wok, noodle, grill and dessert section. Piyanat has an impressive list of remarkable achievements; he has selected the menu and prepared Thai cuisine for leaders and invitees of the 14th ASEAN Summit and A.C. Milan Italian Football Club. He was chosen to be a part of the Thai Food Promotion Program in Serbia and Russia organized by Hyatt Group in 2011 and 2012 respectively. As a member of Chef de Partie in Park Hyatt Dubai, Piyanat has received accolades along with his team members in magazines like What’s On and Time Out as well as Restaurant Awards for ‘Best Friday Brunch’ and ‘Best March 2014 I Dar Life I 25
At Hyatt Residency, Kilimanjaro Chef Piyanat’s specialities include Wok, Patai, Stir Fry Lobster, Stir Fry Beef in Hot Basil, Green Chicken Curry, Red Curry in Tom Yam Kung ( Spicy Clear Soup) and Tom Kha Kai (Chicken Galangal Soup). Besides preparing tantalizing Thai Cuisine for the banquets, à la Carte and Sunday Brunch, 26 I Dar Life I March 2014
Chef Piyanat is also occupied in the kitchen, training other chefs to prepare new and authentic Thai recipes. Chef Piyanant’s Thai Meal Recommendation at Hyatt Residency, Kilimanjaro Soup- Tom Yam Kung Appetizer – Prawn/ Vegetable Spring Roll, Papaya Salad/ Sea Food Salad and Sate Main Course – Stir Fry Beef in Sauce and Green Chicken Curry with Jasmine Rice
With the choicest and delicious variety of Thai cuisine on the oriental menu, Hyatt Regency Dar es Salaam – The Kilimanjaro welcomes you all to experience the authentic flavour of Thai by Chef Piyanat Yowabut! To make reservations, please call Hyatt Regency Dar es Salaam – The Kilimanjaro on +255 764 701234
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CULTURAL PROGRAM
OPPORTUNITIES TO EMBRACE FRENCH CULTURE IN DAR Cinema Screening at Alliance Francaise Comme un lion
the character’s planned journey, it never really gets going. Date: Friday 21st March / 6.30pm / FREE
Paintings Exhibition ‘Between the Lines’ by Sarah Markes Mitri is fifteen and lives in a Senegalese village. Like all boys his age, he plays football and dreams of Barça and of Chelsea. When a recruiting agent picks him up out, Mitri believes his chance has come. But to get seen by the great European football clubs, one has to pay. His family members chip in and put themselves into debt to help him. Once in Paris, everything collapses: Mitri finds himself abandoned, without a dime in his pocket, and unable to imagine dealing with the shame should he return to his village. Date: Friday 7th March / 6.30pm / FREE
Mobile Home
Mobile Home, which had its world premiere at the Locarno Film Festival, is the sort of concept that would fit easily into a Hollywood remake, though its modest levels of drama, comedy and sex would need to be heavily upped to breakout to more mainstream audiences. There is a gentle innocence to the film, but like 28 I Dar Life I March 2014
Sarah Markes is known for her drawings and paintings depicting the architectural and cultural heritage of Dar
es Salaam. She is now turning her attention to Tanzania’s increasingly threatened natural heritage. Between the Lines is inspired by the flora and fauna of the Southern Highlands, with a particular focus on the afromontane grassland ecology of Kitulo Plateau. Kitulo has such a spectacular abundance of flowers that bloom throughout the wet season, it has been called ‘Bustani ya Mungu’ and even ‘the Serengeti of Flowers’. Particularly renowned for its terrestrial orchids, the plateau is also home to several rare
species of mammals, reptiles, amphibians, birds and insects. In collaboration with Tim Davenport of the Wildlife Conservation Society (WCS), this exhibition is an artistic and scientific exploration of some of the fascinating and beautiful species of this area. It also hopes to raise awareness of this unique grassland ecosystem and the challenges faced in its conservation. Opening / Tuesday 11th March / 6.30pm Exhibition Hall, FREE! Open till Saturday 28th March / Mon. to Fri. 10am - 6pm / Sat. 9am – 4pm
Oohlala Fridays DJ / House Electronic Dance Music
Once a month, Alliance Française invites a DJ on the terrace (Le Bistrot) to jam between 7 and 11.00pm. Come and enjoy the sound and the breeze with a beer or a glass of French wine - a great way to finish the week and to start the weekend! Friday 14th March /from 7pm / Alliance Française Upstairs / FREE!! For more information, please email: cultural@afdar.com or call +255 22 2131 406.
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OYSTERBAY FARMERS MARKET Embracing Natural & Organic Food
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raising awareness of nutrition for the family. New this year, Oysterbay Farmers Market included cooking demonstrations to facilitate an experience of the concept of community through food.
“Dar es Salaam becomes a part of that world that is discovering the goodness of sustainable food and nutrition as something that touches their lives extremely directly. Oysterbay Farmers Market confirms this new sensibility and helps to spread this message.� If, as it is said, what we eat is what we are, we invite all Dar es Salaam community members to come to the next Oysterbay Farmers Market to become better versions of themselves.
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ysterbay Farmers Market is the first farmers market born in Dar es Salaam, thanks to the will of World Food Programme and CEFA NGO to create a space where the Dar es Salaam community has the chance to meet local food producers and buy their products, including cheese, bread, fruits, vegetables, juices and more. Local and natural are the two key words of the Oysterbay Farmers Market (FM) where vendors and organizations from all over Tanzania (Lushoto, Njombe, Morogoro, Tanga, and Zanzibar) again gathered to sell their products and to show their projects related to food on February 22 from 10am-4pm at the Oysterbay Shopping Center. Born in order to push for a consciousness on products from the earth, Oysterbay Farmers Market realizes its vision through the shortened the chain between the producer and the customer, the promotion and consumption of fresh and seasonal food, the information about the Tanzanian production methods and
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HEALTH
FAQs About Birth Control Know Your Options
By Diana Rodriguez Medically reviewed by Pat F. Bass III, MD, MPH
Today, women have more birth control options to choose from than ever before — but that means you’ll need to do some research in order to find which one best fits your lifestyle. Not sure whether you want to take a pill every day, or worried about certain side effects? We’ve answered some of the most common questions about birth control to help you make the best contraception choice for you. Q: What types of birth control options are there to choose from? A. Each birth control method works differently to prevent pregnancy and each has a different rate of effectiveness, risks, benefits, and side effects. Most commonly used birth control 32 I Dar Life I March 2014
methods fall into a few main categories. Hormonal methods use hormones to keep you from ovulating and are available in different formats, from birth control pills to a patch to a shot. Barrier methods prevent sperm from reaching and fertilizing an egg; condoms are one
Q: Will I get pregnant if I have sex and don’t use birth control? A. The short answer is quite possibly. If you are ovulating (releasing an egg), about to ovulate, or have just ovulated and have unprotected sex, you could get pregnant. Ovulation generally occurs about two weeks after your last menstrual period, but women ovulate at different times, and it’s difficult to know exactly when you are ovulating. Also, sperm can remain alive inside the reproductive tract for as long as three days and fertilize an egg once it is released, resulting in a pregnancy. If you do not want to get pregnant, you should always use some form of birth control. Q: Which birth control option is the most effective? A. While abstinence is the only 100 percent effective birth control method, there’s no doubt that birth control effects on avoiding pregnancy are significant: Most methods rarely result in pregnancy. Sterilization — permanent birth control like tubal ligation and vasectomy — has a better than 99 percent effective rate, meaning that less than one woman in 100 will get pregnant with this option;
hormone shots and the intrauterine device (IUD), which is implanted in the uterus, have the same effectiveness. The Pill, the patch, and the contraceptive ring are next, with about 95 percent effectiveness. Of course, any birth control method must be used correctly in order to be effective. Q: What type of birth control should I use? A. You should use the birth control method that best meets your needs. Consider
factors like cost, effectiveness, any birth control side effects, and how easy it is to get — do you need a prescription or have to visit your doctor? You want to make sure that it’s easy to use. For instance, if you think you will have trouble remembering to take a birth control pill every day, it may not be the best option for you. Q: What type of birth control protects against sexually transmitted diseases?
A. Only a latex condom worn by the male partner can effectively protect against sexually transmitted diseases (STDs), including HIV, the virus that causes AIDS. If you are at risk for contracting a sexually transmitted disease, you should always use a latex condom during sexual activity. Q: How do I obtain birth control? A. You can get some types of birth control, like condoms, the sponge, and spermicides, at your local drugstore or
pharmacy. Any hormonal type of birth control method, including oral contraceptives, the IUD, the ring, and the patch, will need to be prescribed by a doctor. One advantage of a doctor visit is the ability to discuss the pros and cons of each birth control option. Weigh your options carefully regarding birth control methods to decide which one will be the best, safest, and most effective form of birth control for you. March 2014 I Dar Life I 33
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of these birth control methods, and so is the diaphragm. There are also permanent birth control methods like tubal ligation for woman and vasectomy for men, which involve a surgical procedure.
A Cultural Melting Pot Th e L a ke Gas Indi an Food F e s t iv a l By Ayushi Ramaiya
“The Indian cuisine fiesta held at the Indian Culture Centre was commemorated by the Guest of Honour, Mayor of Kinondoni Municipality, His worship Hon. Yusuf Mwenda and The Indian High Commissioner to Tanzania His Excellency, Debnath Shaw.”
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he steady growth of the Indian expat population in Dar es Salaam has unveiled a rich cultural diversity; Indian cuisine has quickly gained in popularity and is available today in every nook and corner of the city. The Lake Gas Indian Food Festival on Sunday, February 23 brought together various Indian restaurants and caterers on a single platform to present their unique flavours to the multicultural community in Dar. Round the clock from 10 am to 10 at night, a total of 11 vendors and 20 chefs were joyfully occupied in offering a delicious variety of Indian delicacies. The enormous selection included an assortment
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ENTERTAINMENT, EAT & DRINK
AKEMI – TANZANIA’S REVOLVING RESTAURANT. Tel: 0756 181 656 Monday- Friday : Express buffet lunches from 12- 3pm & Cocktail Hour with drinks promotions from 5.30-7.30pm Thursdays and Fridays: Live band from 6.30pm onwards Saturday: Buffet lunch from 123pm Sunday: Grand buffet, Carvery and live band from 12-4pm TRINITY EVENTS TEL: 0756 181 656 Mondays: catch up with friends and check the plans for the week. Don’t wait for the weekend, that’s so last year!! Tuesday: Tasty Tantalizing Tuesday@ Triniti. Try our Chef’s special Wednesday: Today is wisely called hump day, so we will help you get over it! 25% discount on all bottles of wine and house wine for only Tshs. 4,500 Thursday: Delicious Diva’s Day. We will have some new refreshing drinks that you’ve not seen before!! Fridays: Feel Free on Friday. Live band. 4 beers for 10k in a bucket. ISTANA EVENTS TEL: 2761 348 Tuesdays: Chinese Night Buffet. Wednesdays: Grill Night Buffet. Thursdays: Satay Night Buffet.
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HYATT REGENCY DAR ES SALAAM – THE KILIMANJARO: TEL +255 764 70 1234 Theme Nights at The Palm Around the World in 5 days: Travel the culinary globe with our Theme Nights at The Palm. Join us for weekday specials, Monday through Friday. Monday: International Night Tuesday: Arabian Night Wednesdays: Indian Night Thursdays: Seafood Night Fridays: Sizzling Grill Night NEW AFRICA EVENTS TEL: 2 117050/ 2 813 584 Monday to Friday: International Buffet Lunch. Happy Hour Saturdays: Indian night AMBROSIA BISTRO & BAR PLOT NO 477J MBEZI BEACH. TEL: 0779-585858 Fridays: Retro Nite. Gather all friends … go back memory lane.. as our DJ plays old school music & more. Mouth-watering food and fascinating drinks (cocktails, shooters, shots. Buy 2 get 1 free) Saturdays 8pm onwards: Request and listen to your all time favourite as performed by our DJ. Sundays 11am onwards: Revel in our sumptuous ‘Sunday’ fare. Strengthen ties with family, friends and business associates over a Brunch in a truly rejuvenating spirit after a frantic week.
Q-BAR EVENTS TEL: 0754 282 474 Mondays: Rock ‘n’ Shoot. Free Pool from 7pm-11pm. One table only. Winner stays on. Get in the mood with classics and latest rock tunes. Tuesdays: Sambuca Party – Buy 1 get 1 FREE! Wednesdays: Live music with Roots Rockers from 8:30pm or featuring Champions league on the big screen(s). Thursdays: Live music with a live band from 8:30pm. Fridays: Live Band Saturdays: Premier league action on the big screen (s). Buy a bottle of konyagi & get 4 sodas FREE! DJ Chesco & Crew will rock you to the latest songs, rock n roll, 60s, 70s, & 80s, from 8pm Sundays: Wine down your week, 2 glasses of House Wine for Tshs 4,000/-. Premier League action on the big screen(s). SHOOTER’S GRILLS EVENTS TELL: 0754 304 733 Wednesday: “LUCKY TO BE A LADY” NIGHT- free glass of wine and 20% discount on food for each table of 4 ladies, all eating main course. Thursday: “BOYS ARE IN” NIGHT- free draught for every T-bone ordered L’ARCA DI NOES SPECIAL TELL: 0713 601 282/ 2666 924 Mondays: Lunch Special 10% discount. Wednesday: Pasta Festival, eat as much as you can, 26 different types of pasta for TShs. 13,500 pp Thursdays: Lunch Special 10% discount. Pizza Party get a FREE glass of Italian wine for each pizza ordered. Fridays: Lunch Special 10% discount. To be Included in listing please email us on info@darlife.com
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The Mastermind Behind Cake-a-Holic Pushing the Boundaries of Creativity in Baking
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e all love a good piece of cake but nowadays we also love a welldesigned cake. The use of color, abstract shapes and layers has become a norm in our society as baking has gone up a notch! “Never did it occur to me that we have such a talented and creative baker in our very own country, whose imagination and creativity knows no limit! Some of you may already know him but for those of you who don’t, it is only fair to introduce him to you...” Presenting to you Elliot Pinto, the mastermind behind Cake-a-Holic! Tell us a little bit about yourself and your
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work. I had actually studied computer engineering and networking. I had been working for Simply Computers in Dar es Salaam. I have always been interested in creative artwork. I had been browsing through the internet and came across a recipe for making fondant. I went home and tried it. It turned out pretty well. So I tried my first cake. I got quite good reviews. Then I went on to my second and third. And I was enjoying it, and started making cakes for the family. Then slowly the word spread around. At what age did you make your first cake? I must have been 13 years old when I did my first cake. When I was younger my mother or sister would bake and I would do the decorating. I remember how even when I was so young. I always wanted it to turn out to be perfect.
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What is the best part of your job? The best part of my job I’d have to say is admiring the cake once complete, and getting all the nice comments from people. What is the worst part of your job? The worst part would be all the mess I make in the house while baking a cake. What was your most challenging cake to make? My most challenging cake would have to be the six-tiered wedding cake I made for a Lebanese couple. This cake was massive and I had to do it all by myself. I was under so much pressure and so worried that something would go wrong. But in the end, everything went very smoothly and the couple was really really happy with the cake. Being creative can really be quite challenging, how do you manage your ideas? It is really challenging to be creative. I have to every time come up with new ideas for cakes. So what I do is, when I think of an idea, I would always just sketch it out and keep it. I also browse through Google a lot. I always like looking at the works of other cake decorators. Tell us something we don’t know about you. I like driving in the rain and I always watch horror movies late at night just to feel the terror. Who or what inspired you to start this? I don’t really have someone or something that inspired me to start this. But my family and friends were really supportive when I was starting, they still are really supportive. I would not be where I am today if it wasn’t for them. Do you have a role model whom you look up to in the field of baking? Yes, I have a role model - Buddy Valestro, from Cake Boss. I always watch his shows on TV. Sometimes I even download his episodes. He motivates me to try and do the impossible. Since you started baking cakes, what has been your favorite project? Since I started doing cakes, my favorite has and will always be the more creative and uniquely designed cakes. I always like doing something out of the ordinary.
As the cake industry is becoming popular in Tanzania, do you face tough competition? My work is unique and I think it speaks for itself. Any advice for those who want to follow your route? My word of advice would be don’t take cake decorating as a job, do it because you love doing it. The moment it becomes a responsibility and something you have to do, you will not enjoy it anymore. Get to know more about Elliot’s amazing cakes by visiting his Facebook page. Trust me when I say this, you will definitely be blown away by his creativity. If you would like to place any orders for birthdays, weddings or special occasions, make sure you contact with Elliot Pinto at +255 786484353 or send an email to elliotpinto@ hotmail.com. You will not be disappointed! March 2014 I Dar Life I 41
By Sambo Sameja
Are you looking for cool new gadgets to buy in 2014? Here are a few new technology gadgets you can add to your gift or wish list this year.
My Kronoz Smart Watch
The My Kronoz ZeWatch Swiss-made Smart Watch , this classy time-piece easily connects to your phone via Bluetooth and enables you to answer and reject calls straight from your wrist. It rings and vibrates as well as displaying the caller’s ID or number on its bright LED display. The intuitive side buttons and integrated speaker/microphone make it the perfect hands-free solution – that means no more garish headsets in the car and no more frantically probing in the crowded epicentre of your handbag. The mighty internal battery lasts a solid 3 days on a full charge and is easily refueled via the unique clip on USB charging cable. Best of all, the handy proximity alarm vibrates as soon as your phone goes outside of the 10 metre Bluetooth range - you know, in case you’ve left it in the car again or it’s been grabbed by a headstrong magpie. Heck you can even stream your music from your mobile device on the go. In terms of features, functionality and form this watch competes with the very best, but it really bullies them all on price. There’s undoubtedly no better entry into the new and exciting future of smart watches than this high-tech ticker.
$70
The White & White Clock
The White & White Clock, designed by Vadim Kibardin, is a modern 3D interpretation of the traditional digital clock as it is a digital wall/ desk white LED clock with white frame digits. Nothing else, simply time. White & White Clock has an alarm and 24-hour time display mode. In dark hours, the light sensitive sensor changes the brightness of the digits to a less intense white.
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SanDisk Connect Wireless Media Drive
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Up to eight gadgets can sync with the Connect Wireless media hub for fast file transfers. The 64-gigabyte server can also stream up to five different HD movies at once over Wi-Fi.
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CAREER
CaReeR SuCCeSS The Zen WaY By Long Yun Siang
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Hurrying makes things too tight, Slacking off lets things get too loose, By not hurrying and not slacking off, We can succeed at what we do. In this race, you are your own competitor. To end this career success tip, I leave you with this thought from Dao De Ching: He who knows other men is discerning, he who knows himself is intelligent. He who overcomes other is strong; he who overcomes himself is mighty. He who is satisfied with his lot is rich. He who goes on acting with energy has a firm will. He who does not fail in the requirements of his position, continues long. He who dies and yet does not perish, has longevity.
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any young executives like to ask for career success tips. I usually start by saying career success doesn’t come in a day. Yet, day-in day-out I see young people entering the working life pushing themselves as if they will make CEO in a year. They have a tendency to compare their progress with their contemporaries. You should not and must not compare your career success to your contemporaries. If you ask me, what is career success? Frankly, I don’t have the answer. But, I can give you a career success tip that works for me. However, ultimately only you can answer “what is career success?” because only you can seek. No one can do it for you. It is to be defined by your own values and principles in life. You would have to define what is career success for yourself. It means different things for different people. And it is your career goals. The first step is to ask yourself “What is career success?”. It is not a question you should mull over daily. You will have to spend time thinking about this. The answer will not come easy. Ask yourself that question, and then let it float in your mind for however long it takes - never force the answer. Remind yourself this - if your career is a marathon, then it includes the preparation for the race - the
warm ups, the stretches, the strength exercises, the stamina building, the constant practice runs. Constant effort is what will eventually get a positive response. And that response is success. My biggest fear looking at many young first job executives is that a lot of them embark on this marathon and end up hurting themselves. They hurt themselves because instead of warming up and stretching, they sprint. Eventually they end up injured, taking months and years to recuperate. This is an important career success tip. Your career like many things in life cannot be rushed. You succeed by not rushing nor lazing off. Your career success comes to you when you do not rush yourself through it. But this also means you do not laze off. When you rush you start to be careless. You forget the basic important steps in the race for your career success. If you sprint through at this early phase, you risk overdoing it. On the other hand, if you laze off – you won’t put in the appropriate effort needed for success. For success to happen, you need to be moderate in your pursuit. That would be career success tip for you. There is a saying:
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ARTIST OF THE MONTH:
Ibrahim Kejo Focus on: Tanzanian Art
“Veganism” From Tingatinga artists to more contemporary painters, sculptors, photographers and filmmakers, Tanzania is not lacking in artistic skill and variety. While some Tanzanian artists have managed to establish themselves, many more hustle on a daily basis to be recognized for their unique talents. Dar Life caught up with the newly emerging artist Ibrahim Kejo, who shared with us a bit about his history, what inspires him, and the role of art in society.
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Name: Ibrahim Kejo Profession: Visual Artist Born: 1986
he second of two children, I was born in Volda, Norway to a Norwegian mother and Tanzanian father. I grew up in Tanzania and attended the International School of Tanganyika. At 18 I moved to Norway for a gap year, then attended the art school of Bergen (KIB). I moved back to Tanzania in 2008 and taught arts (visual, theatre and music) at the Dar-es-Salaam International Academy for two years. I also received formal training as an International Baccalaureate teacher (specialising in the arts) during my tenure at the school. I am currently working at a digital agency as an art director.
a love and innate understanding of words compels the writer to write.
DL - What inspired you to start painting? IK - It wasn’t something I consciously decided to do - it just came naturally, the same way
DL - What is your genre of painting and what mediums do you like to use?
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DL - How long have you been an artist? IK - I’ve been an artist my whole life (27 years). DL - When did you start? IK - I started as soon as I could hold a pencil.
IK - I have a name for my particular style -- Veegerism. A trademark in all my work is a black monocle with its chain wrapping around other objects in the painting. Veegerism is, by definition, a love letter that one cannot send. Veegerism is a play on the name of a girl whom I had feelings for but was not able to tell her, and my art is basically all the love letters that I could not send in visual form. I believe that everybody is a Veegerist in one way or another, by which I mean, everybody has something that is very dear to them that they are not able to express (opinions, lifestyle, etc.) for fear of rejection and/or backlash. My genre of painting is largely inspired by caricature art and surrealism. While I am technically proficient in other mediums and styles (still
life, figure drawing, water colour, etc.) my love of bold and flat colours and stylized juxtaposing imagery forms the basis of my style. DL - Where do you do your work? IK - In my house. My bedroom/verandah (depending on the weather) is my art studio. DL - Do you work from life, or from photographs or from imagination? IK - I work from my imagination. Obviously I use references such as teacups, swords, motorbike tires, guns, etc. from photographs or physical objects (if I have them; WW2 guns and swords from bygone empires aren’t exactly easily accessible items - at least where I am based) but the way those objects are portrayed are all imagination based. March 2014 I Dar Life I 49
DL - What is the role of the artist in society? IK- Many… critic (of society and culture), record keeper, and reflector of the times are just a few. DL - What is the place of your work in society? IK - My work serves as a challenge to explore ones imagination in not only understanding the work, but in turn understanding themselves as human beings. My art, when thoroughly looked at, reveals a part of you to yourself, as every person’s understanding of the art is uniquely their own.
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leaving them with more time to decipher the painting’s meaning instead of being in awe of brilliant use of shade and tone. DL - What do you think makes your work stand out? IK- My work is easily distinguishable by its use of bold colours, simple aesthetic, and my trademark black monocle as a recurring theme in my work. To purchase any of Ibrahim’s paintings or for other exhibition queries please email: ibrahim.313@gmail.com
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DL - What technique do you use? Which is more important to you, the subject of your painting, or the way it isexecuted? IK - I use acrylic paints and a black marker for outlining purposes. Execution is becoming less of a priority of mine because I have already proven myself as an artist in most traditional mediums - oil, charcoal, water colour, sketching, etc. in art school and to myself (I am my harshest critic) and now I feel the subject matter is what really helps me get my point across. The execution of my paintings is simple enough for those who have no remote interest whatsoever in shading or texture to clearly see what is being depicted thus
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BUSINESS
Create a Basic Marketing Plan Six Easy Steps to Success By Dennis Sommer Step Three: What are you going to tell them? Write a marketing message directed specifically to your target customer. Focus on the benefits (not features) you offer. Concentrate on one thing: what’s in it for them! Step Four: Where are you now? You need this as a benchmark for future tracking. Make a note of current marketing activities, the costs involved and, if possible, the revenue they generate.
use the Six-Step Process Below to Create Your Basic Marketing Plan Step One: What do you sell? Clearly define your product, including the features and benefits. Make a list of each product or service you offer, and under each one, list the corresponding benefits to the consumer. Step Two: To whom do you sell? Create a detailed customer profile. If you market directly to consumers, list demographics: age, gender, lifestyle, location, preferences, interests, etc. Where do they go? What do they read? Listen to? Watch? If you market to businesses, describe your ideal business client, include the size of company, number of employees, gross sales, location, etc. What do they want? What concerns and challenges do they face, especially those your product addresses? 52 I Dar Life I March 2014
Step Six: How do you plan to get there? Define specific, realistic marketing goals. Plan how you will measure the results. a) Decide which marketing strategies you will use, for example: networking, cold calling, mailings, advertising, website, emails, & promotional events. Select two or three you could use to jump-start your marketing. b) Brainstorm the best tactics for each of the strategies you’ve selected. For example, if you chose networking as a strategy, your tactics might be to attend certain events each week, revise your 30-second commercial and produce marketing materials to hand out. c) Assign time and dollar resources for each strategy you’ve chosen. Follow your plan, regularly review progress, track the results and modify where necessary. When something produces good results, stick with it. If it doesn’t work, stop or adapt it. By writing one step a day or one step each week, you’ll soon have a simple written marketing plan to guide you and ensure that you get the best return on your marketing dollar as you grow your company in the right direction.
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“I know we need a marketing plan, but I’m not sure where to start. And, quite frankly, I don’t have time to stop and figure it out.” This comment made recently by a client is typical of the dilemma faced by many small business owners. We know that we need a marketing plan, but the thought of taking time to write one can seem overwhelming.
Step Five: Where do you want to be and when? Visualize your business one, two and five years from now. What will it look like? Be specific. Consider what changes will need to take place to achieve the future you want for this business.
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BEAUTY
THE IMPORTANCE OF ‘ME TIME’ GET YOUR GLOW ON
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ost of us have so many responsibilities in life that we often forget to take care of ourselves. And while it’s hard to prioritize something like relaxing while you have so many other priorities in life, self care is an important aspect of stress management. A massage, facial or other forms of pampering revitalize you inside and out. And taking time out to treat your body like the temple it is has other benefits. Self Care and Your Emotional Health: Taking time out to care for yourself can remind you and others that you and your needs are important, too. Having a well-cared-for body can make you feel good about yourself and your life, and conveys to others that you value yourself. This can contribute to long-term feelings of wellbeing. Self Care Makes You a Better Caretaker: People who neglect their own needs and forget to nurture themselves are in danger of deeper levels 54 I Dar Life I March 2014
of unhappiness, low self-esteem and feelings of resentment. Also, sometimes people who spend their time only taking care of others can be at risk for getting burned out on all the giving, which makes it more difficult to care for others or themselves. Taking time to care for yourself regularly can make you a better caretaker for others. Taking a few hours for a spa experience and some much-deserved self care is also an effective way to manage stress for the following reasons: •
A Break from Stress - Taking a break amidst a tub of warm bubbles or under the warm hands of an experienced masseuse can help you feel like you’re escaping a stressful reality and taking a mental and emotional vacation. It triggers the relaxation response, and allows you to come back to the reality of your life feeling refreshed and relaxed.
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Soothing Feelings - Giving your body some special treatment is a natural way to relieve stress. Other than keeping your skin soft and your body in good repair, sparelated activities like massage and other touch therapies have been known to sooth even small colicky babies like nothing else. Such activities continue to be effective tools for relaxation as we get older, but we sometimes forget to utilize them.
Once you’ve decided it’s time to start nurturing yourself and your body with some spa treatments, be sure to block off some time where you won’t be interrupted. Try some or all of the following suggestions: •
Take a Bath: Get out the bubbles, oils and scented soaps, and soak until you’re wrinkled.
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Relaxing Scalp Massage: Massaging the scalp can help stimulate the nerves and blood vessels beneath the skin. Add some peppermint oil to promote deep breathing and promote a healthy scalp and hair.
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Deep-Clean Your Pores: A skilled therapist and professional skincare products can draw impurities out of your skin and stress out of your system.
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Time Alone - While different people have varying degrees of introversion and extroversion, having some time alone is important for most people’s functioning. When you’re relaxing by yourself, it’s much easier to slip into a state of quiet meditation, enjoy some self-reflection, or let your problems work themselves out in the back of your mind, without taking all of your focused concentration.
Care For Your Feet: Massaging the feet can alleviate anxiety and bring about a deep state of relaxation. One important point that is situated on both feet is the
solar plexus reflex. The solar plexus is sort of a little warehouse where all your stress is stored. When the solar plexus point is pressed on, stress is released and th body is renewed. •
Get a Massage: This one can is especially beneficial. A skilled therapist will work wonders on tension areas and help you achieve a relaxed state of mind. Ask for deep pressure for over-strained muscles or choose light pressure and aromatic oil massage to create a sense of deep calm.
In addition to pampering yourself, more substantial forms of self care involving healthy lifestyle choices are important, too. Consuming a healthy diet, getting regular exercise, and being sure you get enough sleep are all important for long-term health and stress management as well. For reservations email: spa.thekilimanjaro@ hyatt.com Call +255 764 70 1234 Ext 828 or visit the Spa on Level 1. Anantara Spa is open every day from 9am to 10pm Picture Courtesy of 7 Floor Media
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IT’S ALL SO TEMPTING IN NEW AFRICA HOTEL Experience it, Taste it! Mesmerizing moments and entertainment that take you on an unforgettable culinary journey throughout the week Daily: Monday - Sunday Beat the Traffic Rush Hour! HAKUNA MATATA. Unwind at the all new Onyx
Daily:Tuesday - Sunday A Taste of Thai It’s an eastern journey of culinary delights. New Africa Hotel brings Thailand’s tastiest taste bud tinglers right here, everyday. And if you are wondering just how much there is for you to choose from, fret not. There is everything from Shrimp and Squid Salads and Som Tam to Crisp seafood in red curry. Plus Sago and sweet melon in a coconut milk syrup. Like we’d say in Thailand “Sawasdee” Daily from 7:00 pm
international favorites and sea food. Plus, a fine selection of exquisite desserts and coffees as you iron out those finer details. Daily 12:00pm to 3:00 pm Monday - sunday Bandari Grill Restaurant
Daily: Monday - Sunday Power Lunch
Lounge in style. Enjoy the house cocktails from our mixologist or groove to the latest lounge music. Enjoy classic Tapas or the Chefs signature snacks. This is the place to be every evening when the ordinary just wont do!
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Discover something new at new Africa. The Bandari Grill offers a Scintillating new menu for both lunch, as well as dinner. Saturday and Sunday Onyx Lounge Sporty evenings. Unwind with chilled beers or a house cocktail and watch the best sports action!
Since the best deals often happen, not in a boardroom, but over lunch, work out a perfect deal over a perfect luncheon at the Bandari Grill. Melow soups, crusty bread, crisp salads, juicy cold cuts, exciting grills,
Saturdays Indian Night Every Saturday, experience the mystery & magic of exotic Indian cuisine at the Bandari Grill. The rich variety of spicy food, together with the wafting strains of Indian music will have you believing you are dining with the Nawabs themselves. For more information call 022 2117050/1 or email fbm@ newafricahotel.com
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COVER STORY
About Captivating Beauty
Betty Boniface Omara Miss Universe Tanzania 2013 By Sara Maro Betty Boniphace Omara is a Dar-esSalaam born beauty queen who won the title of Miss Universe Tanzania on 27 September 2013 at the National Museum Hall in Dar es Salaam, where Clara Noor was given the title of Miss Earth Tanzania and Aziza Victoria was declared as the runner up. Betty also represented Tanzania in the 62nd edition of the Miss Universe contest, which took take place on November 9, 2013 at the Crocus City Hall in Moscow, Russia.
Betty’s Brief Bio: Birth Name: Betty Boniface Omara Birth Place: Dar Es Salaam, Tanzania Occupation: Model, beauty pageant contestant Title(s): Miss Universe Tanzania 2013 (winner), Lady in Red 2014 Major Competition(s): Miss Universe 2013 58 I Dar Life I March 2014
We caught up with Betty to find out more about her, her background and her future. DL: You won the 2013 Miss Universe beauty pageant and immediately your life was transformed. Tell me about your experiences to date. Does anything stand out? BBO: I’d like to start off by saying that every experience no matter what it is, good or bad, you’ll learn from it. Thats just life. It’s a great chance to learn and become
independent and responsible. There is a lot of push and pull and being here and there and doing things for this person and doing this that way that builds up a mind and makes it more stable. It is a job and I am grateful for the opportunities the crown has afforded me, which purely makes it a stand out. DL: There are a lot of politics involved behind the scenes of beauty pageants in Tanzania. What is the biggest lesson
you have learned in your climb to the top? BBO: I think the pageant system is about empowering women, which is great, but when you take politics as something to concentrate on and lose the way to achieve your goal it’s not healthy or helpful. In my opinion, personal choices are what matter most and I do really think pageantry empowers women. At first the experience of becoming famous provides much ego March 2014 I Dar Life I 59
stroking. I enjoy parts of it, but I hate parts of it too. So I have learned to accept mistrust, love and hate from all the people around me. DL: How do you keep yourself motivated to go on and keep turning it into something better? BBO: I have three things that I maintain which really help my motivation; Have a vision for myself, Follow my passion, and Experiment with something new. These powerful maxims help inject a dose of excitement, which allows me to discover a side of me that I didn’t know existed. 60 I Dar Life I March 2014
DL: What is your biggest concern about today’s world? What should we be fighting for? What are you fighting for? BBO: Unemployment is a huge concern, as many people in both advanced and emerging economies struggle to find jobs. Young people are especially vulnerable – youth unemployment is as high as 50% in some countries and underemployment (with low-quality jobs) remains prevalent, especially in emerging and developing markets. Here I would ask the government to support struggling industries in order to try to save jobs, provide
more training and education to the unemployed. This could help improve skills and communication and these people would be confident and employable. DL: Any wise words for upcoming models? BBO: It’s not easy but I am telling you it’s worth it, so believe in yourself and have faith in your abilities. Without a humble but reasonable confidence in your own powers you cannot be successful or happy. DL: What environmental project will you create to
promote the protection of Mother Earth and why? BBO: A project that would raise awareness and encourage active participation in waste minimization and the conservation of energy and resources. This is to encourage people to take responsibility for their relationship with the environment in their daily lives. DL: Where do you see yourself in five years? BBO: I am very passionate about learning new things throughout my whole life so after five years, I want to see myself in a position that reflects my experience, knowledge, commitment and dedication towards my work and success.
DL: Who have you really enjoyed working with so far and is there anyone out there you haven’t worked with yet who you would really like to? BBO: Sometimes work can be so challenging, tough and rough but I really enjoy working with the Compass Communications Team most especially Maria Sarungi for who is just like a sister and family to me. I am looking forward to working with many fair and professional people in the future. March 2014 I Dar Life I 61
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DL: Tell us two things that we would be surprised to learn/ know about you. BBO: First, when I am lonely, I talk with imaginary friends. Sometimes I read a book out loud acting like there is somebody listening. Second, at the age of nine I would make banana pancakes and sell them to my family members. I guess I got the entrepreneurial spirit early in life.
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BOOK REVIEWS
Coffee break
Join Dar Life’s editor for a selection of books that are sure to keep you entertained. By A Novel Idea
The Garden of the Burning Sand - By Corban Addison
On a dark night in Lusaka, Zambia, an adolescent girl is brutally assaulted. In shock, she cannot speak. Her identity is a mystery. Where did she come from? Was the attack a random street crime or a premeditated act? The girl’s case is taken up by Zoe Fleming, a human rights lawyer working in Africa. A betrayal in her own past gives the girl’s plight a special resonance for Zoe, and she is determined to find the perpetrator and seek justice. Also investigating on behalf of the Zambian police is Joseph Kabuta. At first reluctant to work together, they team up. Yet their progress is thwarted at every turn and it soon becomes clear that their opponents are every bit as powerful and determined as they are corrupt.
French Women Don’t Get Facelifts - By Mireille Guiliano
In the natural sequel to her international bestseller French Women Don’t Get Fat, Mireille Guiliano tackles the delicate subject of aging – showing how women of forty and beyond can ‘attack’ the upcoming decades with attitude and style. Witty, perceptive and bursting with Mireille’s personal experiences, the book covers everything from skincare secrets and fashion tips to the role of relationships and the importance of relaxation. The path to aging elegantly lies in lifestyle choices and attitude adjustments rather than Botox and collagen fillers. After all, while American, Brazilian and Chinese women lead global cosmetic surgery figures, most French women don’t even make the cut…
Edited and with an introduction by Lee Child, a new collection of stories reveals the shocking consequences when men and women take the law into their own hands. Vengeance features new stories by bestselling crime writers including Lee Child, Michael Connelly, Dennis Lehane, and Karin Slaughter, as well as some of today’s brightest rising talents. The heroes in these stories include a cop who’s seen too much, a woman who has been pushed too far, and an ordinary person doing what the law will not. Some call them vigilantes, others claim they are just another brand of criminal... 64 I Dar Life I March 2014
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Vengeance: Mystery Writers of America Presents - By Lee Child
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FASHION
Asia Idarous’s Lady in Red 2014 Celebrated Names in the Fashion Industry Raise Money for Charity “Asia’s annual fashion event ‘Lady in Red’ is one of the most awaited Valentine fashion events in the country and what makes the show exceptional is Idarous’wonderful temperament and her enthusiasm to promote budding designers who also participate at the event and showcase their collection. Idarous was amongst the first few women to ever run a fashion show in Tanzania back in 1986.” 66 I Dar Life I March 2014
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ar Life prides itself on bringing you a close look at the face of fashion in Tanzania. On 14th February 2014, Dar es Salaam turned its attention to the Serena Hotel where the 10th annual ‘Asia Idalou’s Lady in Red’ fashion show took place. The show is one of the most awaited Valentine fashion events in the country. It was obvious at the outset that this year’s show was bigger and better than previous shows, incorporating 32 wonderful designers all showing their creative creations on stage. Guests were March 2014 I Dar Life I 67
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left breathless as the models emerged, one after another, showing off a myriad of gowns in various styles. With emphasis on chic elements of fashion, Asia’s ‘Lady in Red’ is with a dynamic combination of western influence and Tanzanian elements. During the fashion show, which was celebrating its 10th anniversary, honors were awarded to 32 individual designers who have stood out in the industry. After the show, all of the outfits were auctioned off, with the proceeds going to the charity of Kikale Youth Care Organization, which treats and counsels those struggling with drug addiction. In the past few decades, Asia Idarous has become one of the most celebrated names in the fashion industry in Tanzania. She received a diploma in Fashion Design in the United Kingdom and has successfully executed 76 fashion shows in the past 30 years. Originally from Zanzibar, Idarous is now based out of Dar es Salaam. She caters to clients from diverse backgrounds, which is a testament to the ability of her designs to gain appeal from a wide spectrum of people.
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a Marriage Made in Heaven
Celebrating Ten Years of Productive Partnership
“The celebrations were attended by the Swiss Ambassador and many honored, international guests, as representatives of various countries gathered to hear a concert showcasing DCMA’s talented students and teachers. As many of DCMA’s musicians are currently on international tours in Mayote, Reunion, Marseilles, and mainland Tanzania, DCMA drew from its deep well of talent to present a wonderfully varied programme of musical delights. “
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he DCMA is celebrating ten exceptional and productive years as an NGO offering music education, employment opportunities, and cultural entertainment to Zanzibari, Tanzanian and international audiences. This month saw this anniversary and the renewed partnership between the Swiss Development Agency for Cooperation and the Dhow Countries Academy at the Music Academy’s home in Forodhani, Zanzibar. In the spirit of the SDC’s mandate to foster and develop international cooperation, the SDC supports selected cultural projects in Switzerland and its partner countries. This year, the DCMA is one of its luckiest beneficiaries. The SDC has rescued the DCMA from the dire financial stress shared by many cultural institutions, sadly a common result of the world economic crisis. The Ambassador, Mr. Olivier Chauve, a 70 I Dar Life I March 2014
talented and enthusiastic saxophonist, has secured sponsorship for the next three years to help DCMA continue its programmes of accredited music education, cultural enrichment and international cultural exchange for the hundreds of children, young people and talented musicians who benefit from this small, but ambitious, NGO’s support. You can be part of the multi-national cultural exchange flowing both through and from Zanzibar. Please come to visit the DCMA and be part of these celebrations in performance and music. Help us enjoy the peaceful and joyful collaboration among nations, which flourishes here at the DCMA! With grateful thanks once again to the SDC and Ambassador Chauve, Here’s to three more glorious, creative, melody filled years. Cheers!
Information and Picture Courtesy of Swahili Coast
By Judith Riddell
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TOURIST ATTRACTION
Arusha National Park
Diverse Topography Backdrop to Treasures Untold By Wema Kijole “Arusha National Park is a treasure, a rich tapestry of habitats, teeming with animals and birds. From the lush swamps of the Ngurdoto Crater to the tranquil beauty of the Momela Lakes and the rocky alpine heights of Mount Meru, the terrain of the park is as varied as it is interesting.”
Facts about Arusha National Park
• Size: 552 sq kilometres (km), 212 sq miles (mi) • Location: Northern Tanzania, northeast of Arusha town at the foot of Mount Meru. • Scenery: Beautiful Views of Mount Meru, Mount Kilimanjaro, and the Ngurdoto Crater. Abundant wildlife, spectacular waterfalls, and the shallow, alkaline Momela Lakes which attract a wide variety of wader birds, particularly flamingos. • Features: Mount Meru, lakes, craters, forests and waterfalls • Wildlife: Elephant, Hippo, Giraffe, Black and White Colobus monkeys, Buffalo, Bushbuck, Waterbuck, Dikdik, the Red Forest Duiker, and many more
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rusha National Park is the closest national park to Arusha town, located 25 km from town and 35 km from Kilimanjaro International Airport. The park is one of the smallest but most diverse national parks in Tanzania. It has a wide range of vegetation – the slopes of Ngurdoto Crater are covered with rainforest, swamps and lush savannah at the crater floor, with alpine moorland on the slopes of Meru Mountain.
Nature & Wildlife Safari experience The atmosphere in Arusha National Park is magical. The entrance gate leads into
shadowy montane forest inhabited by inquisitive blue monkeys and colourful turacos and trogons – the only place on the northern safari circuit where the acrobatic black-andwhite colobus monkey is easily seen. In the middle of the forest stands the spectacular Ngurdoto Crater, whose steep, rocky cliffs enclose a wide, marshy floor dotted with herds of buffalo and warthog. Further north, rolling grassy hills enclose the tranquil beauty of the Momela Lakes, each one a different hue of green or blue. Their shallows sometimes tinged pink with thousands of flamingos, the lakes support a rich selection of resident and migrant waterfowl, and
shaggy waterbucks display their large lyre-shaped horns on the watery fringes. Giraffes glide across the grassy hills, between grazing zebra herds, while pairs of wide-eyed dik-dik dart into scrubby bush like overgrown hares on spindly legs. More than 400 species of bird, both migrant and resident, can be found in Arusha National Park .The rewarding climb up Mount Meru passes through forests of dripping Spanish moss, carpeted with clover and rises to open heath, spiked with giant lobelia plants. Delicate klipspringer antelope watch the progress of hikers from the top of huge boulders, and everlasting flowers cling to the alpine desert underfoot. Once March 2014 I Dar Life I 75
Although elephants are uncommon in Arusha National Park and lions absent altogether, leopards and spotted hyenas may be seen slinking around in the early morning and lurking next to waterfalls in the shadowy forest in the late evenings. It is also at dusk and dawn that the veil of cloud on the eastern horizon is most likely to clear, revealing the majestic snow-capped peaks of Kilimanjaro, only 50 km (30 mi) away. But it is Kilimanjaro’s unassuming cousin, Mount Meru, the fifth highest peak in Africa at 4,566 metres (14,990 feet) that dominates the park’s horizon. Its peaks and eastern foot slopes protected within the national park, Meru offers unparalleled views of its famous neighbour, while also forming a rewarding hiking destination in its own right. Passing first through wooded savannah where buffalos and giraffes are frequently encountered, the ascent of Meru leads into forests aflame with red-hot pokers and dripping with Spanish moss, before reaching high, ope heath spiked with giant lobelias. Everlasting flowers cling to the 76 I Dar Life I March 2014
Birding in arusha National Park The vegetation in Arusha National Park supports more than 400 species of birds, some migratory and others permanently living in the forests. Birds mostly seen here are waterfowls, huge flocks of flamingos at Momella Lakes, African Marsh Harriers, and Taita Falcons (if you’re lucky). activities in arusha National Park You won’t be disappointed to have a few days safari in Arusha National Park. This park is ideal for a day tour/ game drive, which can be combined with walking excursions or acclimatization before climbing Kilimanjaro. It takes about two days to reach Mariakamba Hut and about four days to reach the top of Mount Meru. Moreover, visitors can participate in cultural interaction with Maasai tribesmen of Mkuru Village. Getting there The park is an easy 40-minute drive from Arusha. Approximately 60 km (35 mi) from Kilimanjaro International Airport. The lakes, forest and Ngurdoto Crater can all be
visited in the course of a halfday outing at the beginning or end of an extended northern safari. When to go The best time to visit Arusha National Park is during the dry season from July-November, or after the short rains from December-March. The best months to climb Meru are June-February, with the best views of Mount Kilimanjaro seen from December-February. The park lies just 25 km east of Arusha, and is ideal for a rewarding day trip from Arusha or Moshi. accommodation Whether visitors decide to drive or fly to Arusha National Park, there are a wide variety of accommodation options available, including Dik Dik Hotel, Hatari Lodge, and Park Kambi ya Tembo within Arusha as well as Karama Lodge, Kigongoni Lodge, Moivaro Coffee Plantation Lodge, and Mount Meru Game Lodge outside Arusha. Ngurdoto Mountain Lodge, Novotel Mount Meru, Rivertrees Coutnry Inn, and Serena Mountain Village are other options. You can experience a fascinating combination of natural beauty and wildlife by contacting: • Fox Safari Camp - M: + 25 5 (0) 754 237 422, E: fox@ tanzaniasafaris.info • Paka Adventures - M: + 25 5 (0) 784 947 444, E: booking@ pakaadventure.com • Flight Link – M: +255 (0) 788 835 212 E: marketing@flightlink.co.tz • Coastal Flying Safaris – M: (0) +255 785 500 006E: products@ coastal.co.tz
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astride the craggy summit, the reward is a sight of Mount Kilimanjaro, breathtaking in the sunrise.
alpine desert, as delicatelyhoofed klipspringers mark the hike’s progress. Astride the craggy summit, Kilimanjaro stands unveiled, blushing in the sunrise.
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Travel File AIR CHARTERS
DJB Air charter Flight link Sky Aviation Tanzanair Tanzanian government flight Zantas air Coastal Aviation Zan Air Safari Airlink Whirlwind Aviation Tanzania Spears Air Limited
AIRLINE (DOMESTIC) Air excel Air Tanzania Coastal Aviation Precision Air ZanAir Fast Jet Airline Indigo Aviation Regional Air
2843710 2842230 2844410 2843131 2138638 2137181 2842700 2843297 0773 723274 0753 822529 0782 405666
027 2501597 2114688 2117960 2130800 024 2232993 0685 680534 022 2600780 027 2502541
AIRLINES (INTERNATIONAL) Air India Air Malawi Air Tanzania Air Zimbabwe Air Mauritius Air Zimbabwe Air Uganda British airways Emirates Ethiopian airline Egypt Air Kenya airways KLM Oman Air South African Swiss international Saudia Arabian Airlines Turkish Airlines Qatar Airways Yemenia Zambezi Airline
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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
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Collubus Hotel Colloseum Hotel 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
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0756 885588 0716 786123 2122852 2183136 0779 888777 2183718
Hertz 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 7 Travel Service Brandson travel and tours Cordial Tours & travel Services Ltd Coastal Travels Destination Zone Easy Travel & Tours Ltd Emslies Travel Ltd
2122130 0713 230120 2860300 0784 885901 0784333777 0788 663380 2115381 0784 437283 2600573 2772535 2121257 0713 295928 0787 588588 2128356/7 0777 414044
2117515 2126956 2136259 2117957 2126460 0784 602151 2114065
Fortune Travel & Tours Ltd 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
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aCTIVITIeS & SPORTS
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Sporting holiday of a lifetime By John Kigaya
Tanzania is a beautiful country. Its landscape and people make it a unique location to undertake any sport. Whether it is early morning training runs past giraffes and zebra to the shores of Lake Manyara or on the slopes on Mount Kilimanjaro, a football match against a local village team, horse riding expeditions in West Kilimanjaro or treks in the Ngorongoro Highlands or from the sun-kissed islands of the Zanzibar Archipelago to the gentle shores of Lake Victoria, the country contains immense cultural and natural wealth. As you can imagine, being on the tropical Indian ocean, and having Africa’s largest lakes, Tanzania also has plenty of water sports, ranging from some of the world’s best diving (both in the ocean and freshwater lakes), yacht, dhow and boat trips, fishing, and adrenaline sports. Tanzania has some incredible sporting journeys to offer those who seek them out. Balloon flights Flights by balloon take off as dawn breaks over the Serengeti, the perfect silence of the early morning plains broken only by the soft roar of the balloon. Far below, wildebeest scatter, looking everywhere but up at the silent visitor that floats over their world. Giraffe stand next to acacia trees, untroubled by the airborne visitors. After the thrill of landing, a champagne breakfast awaits, the air becoming warmer as the sun climbs in the sky and curious zebra look up from their grazing at the chink of cutlery in the still, warm bush. Diving The coral reefs off Tanzania’s coast at Zanzibar and Mafia Island offer some of the world’s finest scuba diving. Diving is possible all year round, although the Kusi Monsoon (strongest June-September) is accompanied by choppy seas and strong currents that make the more exposed reefs inaccessible. There can also be strong winds in December and January. Visibility is best from November to March, before the long rains set in.
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Deep-sea Fishing The water around Zanzibar and Pemba islands is considered by experts to offer some of the best fishing in the world, especially the Pemba Channel, between Zanzibar and Pemba islands, or around Mafia Island, south of Zanzibar. Big game fish include barracuda, kingfish, sailfish, billfish, wahoo, Dorado and blue marlin.
Paragliding & Microlight flights There are some fabulous areas to paraglide. Very few people paraglide in Tanzania, therefore it is a novelty. Always seek permission from the local village, explain what you are doing and where you think you will land (it is illegal to fly over national parks). Just some of the areas to fly are the Usambara, the Rift Valley and numerous hills around Mount Meru. Microlight flights are now also available over Lake Manyara and the Great Rift Valley.
Golfing Although not a golfing destination, there are numerous golf courses throughout the country, including Dar es Salaam and Arusha. The local clubs are always very welcoming to any visitor who may wish to swing the odd club. Contact your tour operator for details as to the nearest golf course to where you might be staying.
Spa treatments The perfect way to ease limbs after an exhilarating day’s game viewing or in preparation for the beach, there are now several hotels and lodges in Tanzania and Zanzibar offering world class spa facilities to keep you feeling relaxed and rejuvenated.
Boat safaris The soft chug of an outboard engine, or the whispering flap of a canvas sail; boat safaris in Tanzania are a tranquil and relaxing way to watch wildlife. One of the best ways to see the Selous Game Reserve is by boat, up the huge muddy brown sweep of the Rufiji River, leopard whisking away from rocks at the boat’s approach. Sail into chimpanzee territory on a dhow, skimming over the Wami River in Saadani, surrounded by amazing birdlife, hippos and alligators.
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Horse and camel rides Day rides are available from a few camps in Tanzania, for all standards of rider, and game animals are not afraid of horses in the same way that they are of cars or pedestrians, allowing visitors to approach the wildlife much more closely than usual. Mountain biking For the fit and adventurous, mountain biking through the African landscape is truly an exciting experience. Avoid roads and traffic and ride through deserts and forests, up mountains and down valleys, through tiny villages and bustling market towns, then into the true wilderness past herds of antelope, giraffe and zebra. Canoeing Canoeing trips are available in the Arusha National Park and are a wonderful experience. Spend a day drifting past herds of elephant, giraffe, hippo and buffalo as you cruise along the shores of the lake surrounded by countless flocks of birds.
Walking in the wild A walk through the African bush is a wonderful way to experience Africa intimately. Smells and sounds become distinct and varied, and smaller creatures gain significance. They are no longer simply rushed past in the race for the bigger game. When larger animals do appear, they are met at eye level; the land is truly shared between humans and animals. Safety is not an issue – all walks are accompanied by armed, experienced guides and game rangers. Walks can be from a few hours to a full day with picnic lunch. Many hotels and camps offer guided walks in national parks or community areas. Activities and sports are a language that helps people communicate throughout the world! 88 I Dar Life I March 2014
Picture Courtesy of John Kigaya
Mountain climbing and hiking For most climbers who visit Tanzania, the 5,869m Kilimanjaro is the top prize. Mount Meru, another of Tanzania’s volcanic peaks, is also popular, with the varied animal and plant life to be found on its slopes a major draw. Meru is Africa’s fifth highest peak, with fabulous views of Mount Kilimanjaro and the Momela Lakes from the summit. The challenging ascent to the crater of Ol Donyo Lengai passes through some fantastic scenery, with panoramic views of the Rift Valley. The track to the top of Lengai is very steep, and a true challenge attempted only by hikers with a good level of fitness.
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Restaurant Guide RESTAURANT IN DAR BBQ
Ally Kuku Ambrosia Bistro & Bar Mamboz Natasha Ocean View Grill & Bar Summy’s Harry’s
Morogoro Road Mbezi Beach Road Libya Street Kisutu Street Golden Tulip Hotel Morogoro Road Mikocheni B
CONTINENTAL Arizona Grill Bar & Res. Ambrosia Bistro & Bar Bandari Grill Baraza Grill Butcher’s grill City Grill Calabash City garden Coral ridge spur Coral beach club Dar alive Jahazi
Msasani Village Mbezi Beach Road New Africa Hotel Southern Sun Millennium tower Paradise Express Sea Cliff Court Garden Ave. Sea Cliff Village Next to Yatch Club Off Bagamoyo Rd LP Bahari Beach
0765 159544 0779 585858 0784 243735 2116173 2600288 0655 786697 0772744 444
Serengeti Sizzler garden Shooters Santino’s Restaurant The pub The Palm Traders grill The Fish Monger Water front Zawadee Grill
Beijing China restaurant Chongqing Chinese ChopChop Chinese Hong Kong Restaurant Ming Dynasty Chinese Oriental Sawasdee Sichuan Tai Huo San Zhuang Yangste Slipway Road Atlantis Hotel Haille Sellasie Africana Road Mlimani City Sea Cliff Hotel Beach Comber Serena Hotel Holiday Inn Holiday Inn, Royal Mirage Hotel Oysterbay Hotel Chui Bay, Msasani Near Selander White Sands Haile Selassie Rd Livingstone
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2112416 2601767 0754 304733 0713 225522 2600893 2131111 0784 706188 0754 304733 0762 883321 2774588
Mikocheni off Chole Rd Golden Tulip Steers Complex Zanaki street Old bagamoyo Rd Hyatt Regency New Africa Hotel Bibi Titi Jamhuri st. Garden Road
2775141 2602231 0753 013038 2122855 2136622 2667218 0764 701234 2117050 2150548 2110674 2775016
0654 922102 0779 585858 2117050 2137575 2774588 07679555522 2601948 2137575 2600380 2610928 0777 310714 2650301
CHINESE
DuobleTree Marimba Dulce Cafe Restaurant Garden bistro Jangwani Seabreeze Juice Parlour Karambezi café Kasakazi Kibo bar Kivulini L’Gaucho Oasis Restaurant Oysterbay grill O’Willies Irish whiskey Palm Beach Ruaha Restaurant Q-Bar Royal Mirage Hotel
Serena Hotel Hotel Karibu Namanga Mavuno House The Slipway Hyatt Regency The Arcade Sea Cliff Village The Slipway New Bagamoyo Rd
2210000 0684 226672 2600800 2647215 0718 000180 2600380 2647772 2184556 2137575 2139250 718 060606 2600133 2601273 0713 222299 2647620 754 282474 0713 267788
COFFEE SHOPS
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0753 238858 2600288 2112416 2139250 0762 883321 2210000 2601663 2700998 2647620 0777 777005 2122855
ITALIAN
132 Old Bagamoyo
0754 607557
JAPANESE
35 Ursino St Namanga
0713 266299 0713 764908
The Courtyard Haile Selassi
2130130 0684
Golden Tulip Hotel
2600288
Samora SeaCliff Hotel New Bagamoyo rd. New Africa Hotel Kijitonyama Upanga Steers Complex New Bagamoyo Rd. Kisutu(temple rd) Karibu Hotel Sewa St. Mrima St Town Upanga Garden Bistro Jamhuri Street Haidery Plaza Hyatt Regency Kisutu Steet Kisutu Street
2137444 2601980 2701866 2117050 2701074 2125610 2122855 2771313 2139286 2602946 2131342 2128048 0754 209290 2600800 2136053 2128368 0764 701234 0717 333433 2134780
Africafe Coffee House Sea Cliff Village Arabica Coffee Shop Golden Tulip Bakers Basket Serena Hotel Café Zanzibar Holiday Inn Classico Caffe The Slipway DoubleTree Piano Piano Slipway Road Epid’or Haile Selassie Rd Fairy Delights Shoppers Mchanga Beach Café White Sands Hotel Prachi’s Pastries Harbor View Wheat Fields Bakery Millennium Tower
DANISH Cozy garden
ETHIOPIAN
Addis In Dar Ethiopian Restaurant
FRENCH
Langi Langi Les Jardins d’epidor 883871/2 Rendez-Vous
INDIAN
Alcove Alcove Anghiti Bandari Grill Copper Chimney ChickenTikka Inn Hurry Curry Khana Khazana Maharani Malaika Open House Retreat Ruchi Shamiyana Summy’s The Red Onion The Palm Tasty Bites 56 Bhog
Arizona Grill Bar & Res. Angelo’s Debonair’s Pizza La Trattoria Jan L’Oliveto Mashua Grill Pronto Pizza Romano’s Saverio’s The Terrace Zuane Co.Ltd Mzinga
Azuma Ashibe Oriental Osaka
KOREAN Osaka Goong
LEBANESE Albasha
Batavi
Sea Cliff
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0654 922102 0784 976167 2122855 0754 282969 2112416 2600893 2602157 212033 2700393 2600893 0766 679600
The Slipway Mayfair Plaza Hyatt Regency Toure Drive
2600893 0754 623533 0764 701234 0755 268228
Oysterbay, Mrikau Street
0755 268228 2600563
Makunganya St.
2701800
MULTI CUISINE Bali’s Food Centre Ltd Bandari Grill Barbeque Village Kipepeo Restaurant Langi-Langi Malaika Restaurant Mtagalala Restaurant My Choice Restautrant Sanaa Sweet Eazy Taj mahal The Palm The Club Room The Red Onion Unique Multi-cuisine
MEXICAN INDONESIAN
Msasani village Chole Road Steers Complex Kimweri Ave Serena Hotel The Slipway Sea Cliff Village Harbour Veiw Opp the Arcade The Slipway Road, Msasani
Alykhan road New Africa Hotel Msasani Village ValleyView Hotel The courtyard Karibu Hotel Sunrise beach resort Indira Gandhi Street Golden Tulip Hotel Oysterbay Hotel Msasani Hyatt Regency Protea Hotel Haidery Plaza Aly Khan Road
Arizona grill Bar & Rest Msasani Village 2600380
0784 607475 2117050 2667927 2184556 2130130 2602946 2920205 2125548 2600288 0755 754074 0784 5018351 0764 701234 2666665 0715 584787 2126160
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Hot box Marry Brown Steers Subway
Morocco Petrol Sta. Msasani Peninsula Street Sea Cliff Village
0756 548508 0776 075277 2122855 2126258
RESTAURANTS IN ZANZIBAR
Istana Restaurant
New Bagamoyo Road 2761348
MEDITERRANEAN Al Dar RoofTop Mediterraneo Hotel Classico Café
NIGERIAN
ZensBar Restaurant
Holiday Inn Kawe Beach Oysterbay Center
2139250 0754 812567 0784 282444
Exclusive Resort
0783 671600
PORTUGUESE
BarcelosFlamedChicken Bagamoyo road,
TANZANIAN Bandari Grill City Grill Hugo Restaurant Kingsfood restaurant Makumbusho Village Mafian Fish Lounge Pavisa Grill Rose Garden Samaki Samaki Tausi Restaurant
THAI
Oriental Sawasdee Thai Village
New Africa Hotel Paradise Express Hugo House, Azikiwe Street Museum Masaki Kahama Rd Near Ocean Garden Road Mlimani City Peacock Hotel
2117050 0767 9555522 0755 048110 0754 966101 2700193 0715 376136 0754 827840 2772421 0776 359003 2120334
Hyatt Regency New Africa Hotel Msasani peninsula
0764 701234 2117050 0757 164047
DELIVERY SERVICES Albasha Checkers Debonairs Epidor’or Nima’s Subway
Makunganya Street Kisutu Steet Samora Avenue Masaki Road Kisutu Steet A.H Mwinyi Road
0787 909000 0773 936101 2122855/56 2601663 0713 217504 2126258
Kisutu Street Shoprite, Nyerere Rd Slipway Road, Masaki Masaki
0773 936101 0754 777977 2183329 2120000 2602264
FAST FOOD Checkers Chhapan Bhog Chuchu’s Doubletree Oasis Funky Orbits
2647231
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Stone Town
024 2233666 024 2235668 Tembo Hotel 024 2233005 024 2231919 Serena Inn 024 2231015 024 2232115 024 2230852 Stone Town 0777 844448 0777 454892 024 2232784 Stone Town 0777 423266 Stone Town 0777 410707 0776 650301 Forodhani 0773 164939 Stone Town 024 2250117 Stone Town 0777 410410 Serena 0713 333170 Old Fort 024 2233076 0777410410 Jafferji House 0773 740888 Stone Town 024 2237823 Stone Town 024 2234688 Opposite Airport 0777 575566 Stone Town 024 2234808 Forodhani 024 2232132 024 2231979 0773 861313 Zanzibar Beach Resort 024 2236033 0778 672772 236 Hurumzi 024 2232784 0777 244 492 024 2250117 024 2239319 Shangani 0779666050
RESTAURANTS IN ARUSHA Banana jungle lodge Chez Nancy Restaurant Everest old Intimate places Khans Mcmoodys Mezza Luna Patisserie Pizzarusha Clnl. Redds African grill Serengeti stop over Shanghai Chinese Spices and herbs The flame tree The arusha hotel The messerani oasis
Marangu Road Njio Road
027 2756565 Café bamboo 027 2506451 Moshi Road 0754 316977 Mt.meru Game lodge 027 2553643 Mosque Steet 027 2544624 Sokoine Rd 027 2548083 Moshi Road 027 2544381 Sokoine Road 0754 288771 middleton Road 0754 368374 Arusha Coffee Lodge 027 2544521 Near Serengeti 0784 406996 Sokoine Road 027 2503224 Moshi Road 027 2502279 Themi Hill 0754 377399 Arusha 0754 370474 Dodoma Rd 027 2538052
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§MALAYSIAN
Amore mio Archipelago Café Bahari Restaurant Buni Café Camlurs Baharia restaurant Chavda Coco de Mer Dhrama louge Hakuna Matata 236 Hurumzi Kidude café Le spice rendezvous La Taverna Italian Livingstone beach Mtoni marine Mansoon Mangwapani Mercurys Monsoon Restaurant Mistress of Spices Neem tree Pagoda Chinese Parachute Radha food house Sea View Indian Rest. Sambusa Two tables Stone Town Café Spices Restaurant Tatu Tower Top Restaurant Upendo Lounge Zan Sushi Zanzibar Coffee House 6 Degree South Grill
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RECEPE CORNER
BRANDY SNAPS WITH STRAWBERRIES AND CREAM By Rukiya Abbbas
Ingredients 125g cream cheese, softened 2 tablespoons icing sugar 1-tablespoon orange flavoured liqueur ½ cup (125ml) thickened cream, whipped lightly 6 large strawberries 8 brandy snap biscuits 2 tablespoons passion fruit pulp
Serves 4
2. Slice four of the strawberries and cut remaining two in half. 3. Place one biscuit in each serving plate; divide half the cream cheese mixture among biscuits, top each with sliced strawberries. 4. Top with remaining biscuits, remaining cream cheese mixture, halved strawberries and pulp.
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1. Beat cream cheese, icing sugar and liqueur in a small bowl with electric mixer until smooth. Fold in cream.
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GOVERNMENT MINISTRIES & OFFICES
Ministry of Communication and Transport Ministry of Defence and National Services Ministry of Energy and Minerals Ministry of Finance Ministry of F.A & I.C Ministry of Home Affairs Ministry of Industries and Commerce Ministry of Lands and Human Settlement Ministry of S. T. & H.E Ministry of Tourism and Natural Resources Parastatal Sector Reform Commission Prime Minister’s Office Planning Commission and IP President’s Office Prevention of Corruption Bureau Tanzania Information Services Tanzania Investment Centre Tanzania Revenue Authority Vice President’s Office
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EMBASSIES & HIGH COMMISSIONS Algeria Angola Austria Bangladesh Belgium Brazil Burundi Canada China Cuba Cyprus DR Congo Denmark Djibouti Egypt Eritrea Finland France Germany Great Britain Greece India Indonesia Iran Ireland Italy
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Japan Kenya Libya Malawi Mozambique Netherlands Nigeria North Korea Norway Pakistan Palestine Poland Russia Rwanda Saudi Arabia Seychelles South Africa South Korea Spain Sudan Sweden Switzerland Syria Turkey Uganda USA Vietnam Yemen Yougoslavia Zambia Zimbabwe
INTERNATIONAL ORGANIZATIONS
Baylor College of ~Medicine Canadian International Development agency DFID eastern Africa European union Food & agriculture org GTZ International labour org International monetary fund Japan international cooperation agency Korea international cooperation agency Swedish international cooperation agency UNDP UNESCO UNFPA UNICEF UNIDO UNHCR USAID World bank World food programme World health organization
YOUTH ORGANIZATIONS YMCA YWCA
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DAR EMERGENCY SERVISES AMBULANCE SERVICE
Ultimate security KK security Knight support emergency Security group Hospital ambulance Lamingo International Air Safaris 405788/0767 405788
DENTISTS
Dental Studio/ Sea cliff village Dr. Sameer Mbonde/Agkhan Hosp. Dr. K.S Gupta/ Indira Gandhi Street Dr. Latha Sujit/ (orthodontist) Dr. Shabbir Mohmedali Dr. R. Zaro/ Zamu Dental Clinic Dr. Vinayak /Agakhan Hosp Dr. Bo Werner Muhimbili Dental Unit Upanga
ELICTRICITY (TANESCO) Headquarters Kurasini Magomeni Mikocheni
EMERGENCY NUMBERS Ambulance Fire
HOSPITALS & CLINICS Al Hassan Medical Centre Amref Tanzania Aga Khan Hospital Burhani Charitable Health Centre CCBRT-Disability Hospital CCBRT Eye & Orthopaedic Clinic Dr K.K Khan Dr L.T. Khan Dr V.S. Somgal Ebrahim Haji Ithnasheri Charitable Health Centre Family dental clinic Mc Jays Clinic (Paediatrics) Med Ed Clinic (Paediatrics) Meise Clinics and Pharmacy Mission Mikocheni Muhimbili Government Hospital Muhimbili Orthopaedic Institute Massana Maternity and General Hospital Oysterbay Medical Clinic Regency Medical Centre St. Bernard’s Hospital Shree Hindu Mandal Sunni Muslim Jammat
0713 123911 2774113 2760088 0784 700299 2181713 0784
0753 601155 2115151 2118838 0784 228089 2116630 2775958 2115151/3 2136801 2121580
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Tumaini Comprehensive Infirmary TAG Clinic and Medical Services TMJ Hospital Trauma Centre Vision Plus-The Eye Clinic
2125359 2124394 2700007 2602500 2700841
HEALTH CARE SERVICES AAR Health Services Medex OPTICIAN Vision plus Jess Opticians OpticZone Eye Line Optometrists
2701121 2139970 2122218 2121961 2771021 2121869
POLICE
Airport police station Anti corruption Central police station Oysterbay police station Port police station Salender bridge police station
PEDIATRICIAN Dr.Feroz shivji Dr.Hasanali (TMJ) Dr.L.T. Khan Dr.Lakhani Dr.Mpangala Dr.Yohani
PHARMACIES Hoots the chemist
2844010 113 2117362 2667322 2116287 2120818
2112998 0784 784652 2119081 2115151/3 2115151/3 2115151/3
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SECURITY & FIRE SERVICE G4S Security services (T) Ltd Knight Support KK Security Mint Master Tanzania Security Security group Technotion Ultimate Security Ltd
2761006/7 2760088 2774113 0784 722446 2600471 2134944 2667722
TELEPHONES SERVICES (TTCL) Customer service line Fault report International operator Local operator Number enquiry
100 140 0100 100 135
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BUSINESS DIRECTORY
Standard Chartered Bank Tanzania Bankers Association Tanzania Postal Bank Tanzania Investment Bank The people’s Bank of Zanzibar Twiga Bancorp United Bank of Africa Western Union
BUSINESS CENTRE Doubletree Business Centre MSS ltd. Mang and Sec Service Ltd
AUCTIONEERS Majema Auction Mart Ltd Yono Auction Mart Co.
2183044 2129534
AUTOMOBILE SERVICE/SPARES CMC Automobiles Ltd Continental Automobiles Spares Ltd Cross-Conti Enterprises Gajjar Auto works
ADVERTISING
Prime Colour Scan Eyecatcherz (T) Ltd Advertising & promotion co. ltd Ashton media Lowe scanad FCB M&M ZK advertising Ogivly
BANKS
African Banking Corporation Akiba Commercial Bank ltd. Azania Bancorp Bank of Baroda Bank of Tanzania (B.O.T) Barclays bank Bank M (T) Ltd Bank of Africa (BOA) Citibank CRDB Bank Ltd Dar es salaam Community Bank Diamond Trust Bank Eurafrican Bank Exim Bank FBME Bank ltd. Federal bank of Middle East Habib African Bank International Commercial Bank I&M Bank International Bank of Malaysia Kenya Commercial Bank Kilimanjaro co-operative Mbinga Community Bank National Bank of Commerce National Microfinance Bank Saving & Finance Stanbic Bank
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0713430374 2864800 0784 522811 2127253 2110647 2127064 2668114 2666599 0683 361523
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BUSINESS MACHINES BMTL MFI office solutions (T) ltd. Reza company ltd. Panatech Company Ltd
CATERING SERVICES In flight Catering Services Dar es Salaam Serena Hotel Hyatt Regency - The Kilimanjaro Hotel & catering equipment New Africa Hotel
2122160 2127764 2115258 2115906 027 2231118 2115575 2130113 2132821
2210000 0784 457345 2165500
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CLEARING & FORWARDING AGENTS Giant links Kuehne & Nagel ltd Laz Ltd. Manica Logistics Swiss port Tanzania ltd. Spedag Teddy junior Logistics
2134907 2860410/4 2137450 0784 355388 2844610 2123420 2135990
COLLEGES & UNIVERSITIES College of Business Education Learn it Inst. of Business & Tech. National college of tourism Studies (UCLAS) The Aga khan university University College of Lands & Architectural studies (UCLAS) University computing centre University of Dare s salaam (UDSM)
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COMMERCE AND TRADE Board of External Trade DSM Merchants Chamber of Commerce Industry and Agriculture Tanzania Chamber of Commerce,
COMMUNICATIONS Agrovision Golden Communication Virtual Communications
0713 1268741 2122267 2121421
2761081 2100000 2125166
COMPUTER HARDWARE, SOFTWARE SERVICES Amnu Business Solution Cats Tanzania ltd. Computer Centre (Tz) Ltd. Computech ICS (T) Ltd Computer Sales and Services Cybercom Tz/ComputerPoint (K) Group Elite Computers Extreme Web Technologies High End Computers Micronix System ltd. Orange Technologies ltd. Office Depo PC Solutions Power Computers Soft-tech Consultant’s Ltd Software Applications Ltd Smart Solutions TechPlus Computer Systems Technotion
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CONFERENCE FACILITIES Atlantis Hotel Amani Beach Hotel Beach Comber Dsm Intl. Conference Centre DoubleTree Conference Facilities Dar es Salaam Serena Hotel Hyatt Regency - The Kilimanjaro Holiday Inn Kunduchi Water Parks Ltd. Ledger Plaza Bahari Beach New Africa Hotel Protea Hotel Amani Beach Paradise Express Paradise City Hotel Serena Hotel Sea Cliff Hotel Salvation Army Tanzania Global Development LC The Courtyard The Golden Tulip The SlipWay White Sands Hotel
CONSULTANTS
ARK Consultancy Firm BKP Consultants Brahmbhatt & Co. DCDM Consulting Ltd Deloitte and Touché Ernst & Young KPMG Tanzania Massawe Ernst & Young Price Water House Cooper Tanna Sreekumar & Co. Unique Financial Services Ltd
COURIER SERVICES Aramex DHL Tanzania
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Expedited Mail Services (EMS) FEDEX Femina express Distribution One World Courier Swallow TNT International Express
HARDWARE
Akshar (Africa) Ltd Al-Hilal Ceramics & Hardware Ltd Hassanali Hardware Stores Prime Building material Tent Trading
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2862870 2184600 2115793 2138442 2865808
INSURANCE COMPANIES & BROKERS Alliance Insurance Corporation Alexander Forbes Alliance Life Assurance AON Tanzania Heritage II Insurance Company Impex Insurance Brokers Jubilee Insurance Corporation Liaison Insurance Brokers (T) ltd. Lion of Tanzania Insurance Company MGen Tanzania Insurance co. Ltd Milmar Insurance Consultants Ltd NIC of Tanzania Organistaion (FAO) Phoenix of Tanzania Assurance Company Reliance Insurance Company Royal Insurance Tanzania Strategis INsurance Tanzania Ltd
MARITIME SERVICES
DMI life raft servicing station DMI fire appliances servicing station DMI maritime consultants DMI maritime safety/insurance warranty DMI maritime training Offshore safety training
PRINTERS
Colour Print DTP Iprint Imaging Smart ID Press Jamana Printers Premadasa Printers Print Max Tanzania Printers
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REAL ESTATE
Abla Estate Developers Ltd Estia Real Estate Gimcoafriaca Property Management Ltd. Knight frank Phyka Real Estate Service Rupia investment Co. ltd Trust Selling & Letting Ltd
2773148 2600444 2133037 2600134 2774105 2124669 0787 706891
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BUSINESS DIRECTORY RECRUITMENT SERVICES EroLink Jobs search international Radar recruitment
REMOVALS
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
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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
SIGNS/ENGRAVING / BILLBOARDS Eyecatcherz (T) Ltd Graphics & signs Co. ltd. Monier 2000 ltd.
SHIPPING
Diamond shipping services Mediterranean Shipping Co.
TRANSPORT Fast truck international Damas & Sons Musa’s Transport
TELEVISION NETWORK Multi choice CTV WIN
WATCHES
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 To be included in this Listing, please email us on info@darlife.com
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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
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2602264 2656026/28
2136006/7
Rotary Club of Dar The DSM Yatch club The Horse Riding Club
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 000234
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
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 Shoppers supermarket ltd Shoprite Shrijee super market (town) Uchumi
2138394
2863129
2118280
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2117090 2118044 2134847
2701545 2181272 2131542 2865808
0754765508
THEATRE
Little theatre New World Cinemas Century Cinemax Cinemax
0784 277388 2771409 2773053
VETS
Vet care ltd Vet consult 2600707 2125096
2602700 2601046
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.
2667488 2774269
VIDEO STORES Tanrose
2775386,
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