I recently joined a fitness program at a local gym. During one of the sessions, the trainer recorded videos of me and other clients while we were exercising. Later, I discovered that he had posted these clips on his business social media page to promote his services, without asking for our permission. Some of the […]

I rent a small apartment in Mwanza. Every December, my landlord comes around demanding what he calls ‘Christmas money.’ He says it’s a tradition and that all tenants must pay him an extra amount during the festive season. The truth is, his demands are harassing to say the least. Last year, he threatened to evict […]

I am a parent in Morogoro. My child’s private school requires that all parents purchase everything, including textbooks, directly from the school. They say it ensures uniformity, but the prices are much higher than in local bookstores. When I asked if I could buy the same books elsewhere, they refused, saying my child would not […]

We are a couple from Dar es Salaam. Our wedding was on 1 November 2025. We booked a venue, paid in full, and made all the necessary preparations several months in advance. You may recall that three days before the event, government authorities announced a temporary lockdown due to the election issues and imposed curfews […]

I’m a university student in Dodoma. Last month, I fainted during a football match and was rushed to a nearby hospital. When I woke up, I learned that the doctors had performed a minor surgical procedure to stop internal bleeding. I was shocked because I had never signed a consent form or spoken to anyone. […]

I am an emerging fashion designer in Tanzania, and my latest eco-conscious clothing line has gained significant attention both locally and online. Until now, I have operated independently, but recently several major fashion houses have approached me with offers to collaborate or sign me under their brand. One of the country’s leading labels is eager […]

Minimum wage for domestic workers I work as a live-in housekeeper in Dar es Salaam and clean, cook, and help look after two children. I work six days a week and sleep at my employer’s house. I currently earn TZS 100,000 per month. I have heard that the government has revised the minimum wage for […]

Early this year, my spiritual leader predicted that 2025 would be my ‘year of open doors.’ He said I would buy a car, get married, and move into my own house. He then told me to ‘sow a seed of faith’ of at least TZS 500,000 to unlock these blessings. I believed with all my […]