Ecotourism in a Nutshell
By Julia Galusiakowska – Art in Tanzania internship On the cusp of the last years, ecology has been influencing our lives more and more, entering even the sphere reserved for tourism. Although the COVID-19 pandemic has effectively thwarted our travel plans, many believe we are reaching the final phase of the global health crisis. Countries […]
The Challenges of Water Sustainability in Zanzibar
Romaisa Hussain – Art in Tanzania Internship In today’s world, there has been intense struggle for water resources. This is due to rising population currently standing at 7 billion, their usage of water and extreme competition over water resources, water dependent crops and urbanization. Therefore, it is no surprise that the world is running out […]
CLIMATE CHANGE IN TANZANIA
ARTICLE ON CLIMATE CHANGE IN TANZANIA By Japhet Mgona – Art in Tanzania internship Introduction to Climate Change Since centuries ago, climate change has been a matter of grave concern globally. It is also one of the substantial global challenge in the 21st century. Many scientists and local people, through contemporary and indigenous practices respectively, […]
WHAT IS CLIMATE CHANGE AND WHAT ARE ITS EFFECT ON OUR PLANET? PART 4
By Gabriel Andre – Art in Tanzania internship THE RESPONSE OF INSTITUTIONS TO CLIMATE CHANGE 1. UNEP and UNDP 2016-2021 environmental and development strategy Through a country programme, UNEP (United Nation Environmental program) and UNDP (United Nation Development program) proposed a strategy to counteract climate change issues while improving the Tanzanian economic development. Based on […]
WHAT IS CLIMATE CHANGE AND WHAT ARE ITS EFFECT ON OUR PLANET? PART 3
By Gabriel Andre – Art in Tanzania internship THE IMPACT OF CLIMATE CHANGE IN TANZANIA 1. What can be expected Tanzania is a coastal country in East Africa which shares the Victoria Lake border with Kenya and Uganda. Given that the vast majority of the population’s livelihoods are dependent on the agriculture sector (80 % […]
WHAT IS CLIMATE CHANGE AND WHAT ARE ITS EFFECT ON OUR PLANET? PART 2
By Gabriel Andre – Art in Tanzania internship TANZANIA, A DEVELOPING COUNTRY IN THE MIDST OF AN ECOLOGICAL SHIFT Economic and demographic development Source Þ General introduction Tanzania is lauded as one of the most peaceful and stable countries in Africa. Since its independence, the country has moved to a multi-party democracy that allows […]
WHAT IS CLIMATE CHANGE AND WHAT ARE ITS EFFECT ON OUR PLANET? PART 1.2
By Gabriel Andre – Art in Tanzania internship Welcome to part 1.2 in our new climate change blog series. What are the main consequences of climate change and the risks to our survival? The first consequence of climate change is obviously the rise in temperature and the harmful consequences of heat on biodiversity. But why […]
WHAT IS CLIMATE CHANGE AND WHAT ARE ITS EFFECT ON OUR PLANET?
PART 1.1 By Gabriel Andre – Art in Tanzania internship Welcome to our new four-part blog. In a series of blogs, I will be discussing the effects of climate change on our planet and the consequences it will have if we do not do anything about climate change. Climate change Before discussing the specific case […]
The value of using GDH to the country, especially Tanzania
James Mathew Mgaya – Art in Tanzania internship To many GDH is new terminology but it bears most important value to the countries. Gross National Happiness (GNH) is a measurement of the collective happiness in a nation. Gross national happiness (GNH) is a measure of economic and moral progress that the king of the Himalayan country […]
Strategies to Promote Tourism Development in Tanzania: Setting Sights on Europe
By Romaisa Hussein – Art in Tanzania internship African Tourism Development in Perspective While the continent possesses a wealth of natural and cultural resources, tourism in Africa has largely performed below expectations, and its sometimes poorly managed expansion has had long-term detrimental implications for both people and the environment. To achieve long-term and sustainable forms […]