On 17th May we’re celebrating World Telecommunication Information Society Day (WTISD), a day that focuses on raising awareness of the power of digital technologies to improve lives and bridge divides. WTISD-25’s theme is gender equality, a crucial focus in the fight for inclusive access to digital tools and opportunities and the cornerstone of the UN… Continue reading Celebrating Telecommunication and Information Society Day 2025
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Celebrating World Press Freedom Day 2025
This year on 3rd May we’re celebrating World Press Freedom Day 2025 by spotlighting a powerful grassroots voice from Tanzania – a community radio station deep in Maasai land. Orkonerei FM, founded by Lukas Kariongi, isn’t just airing stories, it’s defending the fundamental right to speak, inform and be heard. Lukas’ radios are transmitting not… Continue reading Celebrating World Press Freedom Day 2025
Tanzania Union Day 2025: celebrating 61 years of a unique African union
Join us this April 26th to celebrate Tanzania Union Day: the creation of Tanzania, which came out of the union of two African nations: Zanzibar and Tanganyika. From the late 1950s onward independence movements swept through Africa demanding independence from colonial rule. It started with Ghana in 1957, leading to most African countries decolonising by… Continue reading Tanzania Union Day 2025: celebrating 61 years of a unique African union
Kwanzaa Festival Day 4: Ujamaa – Cooperative Economics to support the community
On Day 4 of our journey through the Nguzo Saba, the Seven Principles of Kwanzaa, we arrive at Ujamaa: Cooperative Economics. Kwanzaa is a celebration that has grown in practice in African-American communities in the USA, but stems from African philosophies, and was originally envisioned as a way to celebrate African culture and foster unity.… Continue reading Kwanzaa Festival Day 4: Ujamaa – Cooperative Economics to support the community
Kwanzaa Festival Day 2: Kujichagulia – the principle of Self-Determination and education and technology as our tools
On the second day of our journey in observing Kwanzaa, we explore the Kujichagulia: the principle of self-determination. Kwanzaa is a vibrant seven-day festival celebrated from December 25th to January 1st, shines a spotlight on the rich tapestry of the African diaspora and its enduring cultural contributions. Founded by members of the African American community… Continue reading Kwanzaa Festival Day 2: Kujichagulia – the principle of Self-Determination and education and technology as our tools
Celebrating Nane Nane – Tanzania Farmers Day 2024
Every year on August 8th, Tanzania comes alive with vibrant celebrations to honour the hardworking farmers who are the backbone of our nation. Known as Nane Nane (which means “eight eight” in Swahili), this day is dedicated to recognising the immense contributions of farmers to our economy and society1. The significance of Nane Nane Agriculture… Continue reading Celebrating Nane Nane – Tanzania Farmers Day 2024