Background: Shortly after independence, Tanganyika and Zanzibar merged to form the nation of Tanzania in 1964. One-party rule came to an end in 1995 with the first democratic elections held in the country since the 1970s. Zanzibar's semi-autonomous status and popular opposition have led to two contentious elections since 1995, which the ruling party won despite international observers' claims of voting irregularities.
June 24th 2008Africa » Tanzania » Zanzibar » Bwejuu Greetings from Africa!
We made it to Zanzibar and are having an amazing time!!! It is soooo beautiful here! Pictures do not do this place justice. The people, the ocean and the food are perfect. ... [full story]
June 16th 2008Africa » Tanzania » Zanzibar » Bwejuu After the hassle of Stonetown, the quiet beaches of Bwejuu, east Zanzibar were more than welcome. Peter and I almost lost our minds when we arrived. Honestly we didn't take the smiles off our faces f ... 16 photos[full story]
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